CEREC Same-Day Crowns
For eligible patients, we offer CEREC same-day restorations in Redmond, which use digital technology to design and create certain crowns in our dental office. Instead of taking a traditional physical impression and sending the restoration to an outside laboratory, we can use a digital scan to create a precise 3-D model of your tooth.
CEREC technology then allows us to design and mill your restoration right here in the practice. When appropriate, this allows you to have your crown designed, fabricated, and placed in a single appointment.
What to Expect During Treatment
Before treatment begins, we examine your tooth and discuss your options. We may use digital imaging or scanning to evaluate the tooth and plan your restoration.
For a traditional crown or bridge, we prepare the tooth or supporting teeth and take the necessary impressions. A temporary restoration may be placed while your final restoration is being made.
With CEREC, we use a digital scanner to capture detailed images of your teeth. We then design your restoration using computer-aided technology and create it in our dental office.
Once we confirm the fit, appearance, and bite, we bond the restoration into place. We explain each step along the way so you know what to expect.
Damaged or missing teeth can affect more than your smile. They can make eating uncomfortable, change the way your teeth come together, or make you feel less confident. At Select Dental Care, we use CEREC technology to create dental bridges and work with a local lab to make bridges to help restore the function and appearance of your smile.
How Long Does a Crown Take?