Same Day Crowns

Normally, when a tooth is broken, you have to wait for weeks while a lab creates a permanent crown. This can make eating, chewing and speaking difficult. Fortunately, same day crowns make the entire process much more convenient and comfortable. The advanced technology used for same day crowns (commonly called CAD/CAM) allows dentists to make laboratory-grade crowns right at the clinic without a lengthy wait.

Hills Boro Dental Excellence is made out of a variety of materials that can be matched to the natural tooth color. One of the most popular is zirconia. This durable material is strong and stain-resistant. It can also be shaped to mimic the shape of the tooth to create an invisible restoration. The digital mapping that makes same day crowns possible also eliminates the need for dental putty, resulting in greater precision and superior fit.

Same-Day Crowns: A Quick Fix for Dental Issues with Long-Lasting Results

The underlying tooth is shaved down to create room for the crown, so your teeth must be healthy. If they’re not, your doctor may recommend other restorative treatments to ensure the health of the tooth after it is repaired with a crown.

In order to care for your same-day crown, you should brush twice a day and floss as usual. You should also avoid chewing on hard foods and don’t grind your teeth. Chewing on hard items can break the crown just as it would harm a natural tooth. To reduce the risk of a damaging habit, ask your doctor about wearing a mouthguard to prevent grinding.

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