How Long Does A Same-Day Crown Take?

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At Advanced Dentistry of Mount Pleasant, we offer same-day CEREC crowns. With a same-day crown, you don’t have to come to our office for multiple appointments over several weeks or get a temporary crown. 

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Instead, you can restore your tooth in just one appointment with Dr. Candice Vinson. But how long does a same-day crown take? Learn more about the process below, and find out what to expect if you get same-day dental crowns in Mount Pleasant from our office.

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Same-Day Crowns Usually Take Two Hours At Advanced Dentistry of Mount Pleasant

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This can vary slightly depending on the specifics of your case. But, generally speaking, you can expect to spend around two hours at our office to get a same-day crown. This means that, in total, you’ll spend much less time in the dentist’s chair compared to getting a traditional crown.

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After you get your crown, you can also get right back to your daily routine. The process is minimally-invasive, and while your mouth will be numbed during the process, sedation is not typically required for a same-day crown.

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What Can I Expect From The Same-Day Crown Process?

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If you’re not familiar with same-day crowns, you may be wondering how they work. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what you can expect from the same-day crown process.

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• Numbing and tooth prep – To begin the procedure, Dr. Vinson will clean and numb your mouth, then trim away the damaged or decayed material from the tooth that’s getting a crown. This ensures the crown can fit perfectly into your mouth.
  
  
• 3D scans of your mouth – Next, Dr. Vinson will use a handheld scanner to take a 3D scan of your mouth and your newly-trimmed tooth. This information will be used to create your same-day crown, and ensure it fits into your mouth perfectly.
  
  
• Building your crown – After scanning your mouth, Dr. Vinson will load your scans into a computer program and design your crown. Once she’s done, she will load a block of tooth-colored porcelain into our CEREC milling machine. Then, the machine will automatically cut this block into the shape of your crown, based on Dr. Vinson’s design.
  
  
• Final crown placement – Once your same-day crown has been built, Dr. Vinson will remove it from the CEREC machine. Then, she will check the fit and make sure it’s perfect. Once the crown fits perfectly, she will attach it to your tooth using dental cement. Then, you’ll be sent home to enjoy your newly-restored tooth!

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Do I Need To Do Anything Special After I Get My Crown?

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For the most part, you can get back to your normal routine right away, and even go back to work or school after your appointment. You can eat as soon as your mouth is no longer numb. However, you should avoid chewing extremely hard or sticky foods with your new crown for a few days.

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Beyond that, your new crown doesn’t require any special care. Just continue brushing and flossing normally, eat a tooth-healthy diet, and make sure to come back to our office every six months for a teeth cleaning and oral exam. That’s it! 

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Need Same-Day Crowns In Mount Pleasant? Come To Our Office Today!

If you think that you may need a dental crown in Mount Pleasant, Dr. Candice Vinson and the team at Advanced Dentistry of Mount Pleasant are here to help. With a same-day crown, you can restore your tooth in just one appointment, and get back to your normal routine right away. Contact us online or give us a call at (843) 936-1690 to schedule a consultation, and get the expert care you need to restore your tooth, eliminate pain, and protect your oral health.