Dental crowns have a storied history reaching back millennia. But those original rudimentary restorations can’t hold a candle to the options your dentist uses today. Superior materials and a more accurate process make contemporary crowns an ideal repair for a damaged tooth.
One current advance which makes modern dental crowns even better is the same-day CEREC dental crown process. For decades, these restorations were made at dedicated dental labs outside your dentist’s office. But now, Dr. Hannaman’s team can plan, design, and create ceramic dental restorations on-site.
So, you may be wondering how these two approaches compare. Which type of crown is faster, and which is better looking? Do same-day crowns in Lake Charles, LA, last as long as conventional lab-made crowns? We have the answers here.
Digital Planning Is Essential for Dental Crowns
No matter what type of crown you need, the digital planning process Dr. Hannaman uses promotes a great outcome. First, we use a hyper-accurate intraoral scanner to make impressions that we can send directly to either a dental lab or our CEREC crown milling machine. This planning ensures your final crown is precise and shareable. This process also ensures both types of crowns are as attractive as a healthy, natural tooth.
But digital planning and aesthetics are where the similarities end. Your lab-made crown will take weeks to make, and then any problem means another weeks-long wait for a replacement. With CEREC dental crowns, we make them as you wait and can check them immediately. This enables you to leave our office with your permanent restoration after one appointment.
Do Same-Day Crowns Last as Long?
One main concern people have about same-day crowns is their longevity. The good news is that NIH research shows that same-day crowns, all-ceramic, have a comparable lifespan.
This outcome depends on how skilled your CEREC dentist is, and Dr. Hannaman's team has extensive expertise that enables us to create a high-quality dental crown that can last a decade or longer.
We Provide Same-Day Crowns in Lake Charles, LA
You have options when receiving a dental crown, and if you want a final tooth restoration that is strong, beautiful, and fast, then a same-day dental crown may be right for you.
We encourage you to call our dental office to learn more about restorative dentistry and dental crowns today.