Can dental crowns be done in one visit?
If you’ve ever had a crown, veneer or bridge made, you might recall having to wait 2 or more weeks and having a temporary over your tooth during this time. Temporaries can be annoying, as they tend to come out and break easily as they aren’t made of such strong material as the definitive crown. Not only that, but having to come back for a second visit means that you have to have your tooth numbed again. I don’t know about you, but most people I know would be glad to avoid having more needles if they could help it!
So what is the process of having a dental crown done in one visit you at our Claremont dental clinic?
- First we recommend a thorough examination so that we can best understand your individual dental needs. As always, it’s important for success that we understand what treatment you need and offer all the solutions to you so you can make the best choice for yourself. If dental crowns are needed, we can then discuss your suitability for single visit crowns. Most people will be eligible for this treatment, but there are a very small number of people for whom other options could be a better fit.
- Step two is assessment of the tooth. We may need to take x-rays or do tests on the tooth to make sure it is healthy enough to undergo the procedure. At times, it may be necessary to remove any existing fillings on the tooth, and check for cracks or any other problems.
- Step three is preparation of the tooth. This simply means the tooth needs to be shaped and smoothed in the appropriate manner so that the crown can have the best mechanical strength. Our Claremont dentists are properly trained in the best way to perform this, so you can feel confident that they will do their very best job.
- The next step is to scan the tooth with our 3D scanner. This records a digital image of the shape of the tooth, which helps our Claremont dentists design your crown right before your eyes. Yes, we use the latest in digital dental technology to work more efficiently.
- Your new crown will then be manufactured using our on-site milling unit. This whole process only takes approximately minutes, and you are free to go shopping, have a coffee or just chill out in our cosy waiting room.
- Once the crown has been milled, we will check the fit on your tooth. We may then add custom stains, glazes and place the crown in the furnace so it achieves maximum strength.
- The last step is to use dental cement to adhere the crown to your tooth. We do final checks including removal of cement, flossing and checking the bite. And voila, your new crown is all done in just a few hours!
Do you want to save time by having your dental crown made in one day? Call our friendly team at our Perth dental clinic on 6143 5655 today. You can also feel free to book online at a time that suits you here.
