The Ultimate Guide to Single-Visit Dental Crowns

When it comes to dental restorations, convenience, comfort, and quality are top priorities for patients. Traditional dental crowns often require multiple visits, messy impressions, and temporary crowns that can be uncomfortable or inconvenient. Fortunately, modern dental technology has transformed the process. At Allison Avenue Dental, we offer CEREC® same-day crowns—a revolutionary solution that allows you to restore your smile in just one visit.

What Is a Dental Crown?

A dental crown is a custom-made “cap” that covers a damaged, decayed, or aesthetically flawed tooth. Crowns are designed to restore the tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance. They are often used after root canal therapy, for cracked or worn teeth, or to protect a tooth after a large filling.

How CEREC® Technology Works

CEREC® is a state-of-the-art dental technology that allows for the creation of high-quality ceramic crowns in just one visit. This advanced system uses digital imaging, computer-aided design (CAD), and in-office manufacturing to streamline the entire crown process without sacrificing quality or aesthetics.

During your single-visit crown appointment, the process begins with a digital scan. Your dentist will use an intraoral camera to capture a precise 3D image of your tooth, eliminating the need for traditional molds or messy impression materials.

Next comes the design phase. Using specialized CAD software, your dentist will create a custom crown that’s shaped to fit your bite and blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. This digital design is then sent to an in-office milling machine.

In the milling stage, the crown is carved from a solid block of durable ceramic, chosen to match the color of your surrounding teeth. This step takes only a short time, thanks to the speed and accuracy of the CEREC® system.

Finally, your dentist will place the crown, bonding it securely to your prepared tooth. The crown is then polished and adjusted as needed to ensure comfort and proper bite alignment.

Benefits of Single-Visit Crowns

• Convenience: Get your crown in one visit—no temporary crown or return appointment needed.

• Comfort: Digital scans eliminate the need for uncomfortable molds.

• Durability: CEREC® crowns are made from high-quality ceramic materials built to last.

• Precision Fit: Computerized design ensures a custom, natural-looking result.

• Aesthetics: Ceramic crowns are matched to your natural tooth color for a seamless appearance.

Restore Your Smile in Just One Visit

If you’ve been putting off getting a dental crown because of the time commitment or discomfort of traditional methods, CEREC® single-visit crowns at Allison Avenue Dental may be the perfect solution. Experience the convenience of modern dentistry without compromising quality or care.

Ready to restore your tooth in a single visit? Contact Allison Avenue Dental to schedule your consultation and see if a single-visit dental crown are right for you. Visit our office in La Mesa, California, or call (619) 597-2600 to book an appointment today.