At Avalon Dental, we offer CEREC same-day crowns, allowing us to design, fabricate, and place your dental crown in a single appointment. Using advanced digital dentistry technology, CEREC crowns eliminate the need for temporary crowns and multiple visits, saving you time while delivering precise, long-lasting results.
If you’re looking for same-day dental crowns in St. John’s, CEREC technology provides a fast, comfortable, and efficient solution.
What Are CEREC Crowns?
CEREC crowns are custom-made ceramic dental crowns created right in our office using digital imaging and computer-aided design.
You may need a dental crown if your tooth:
- Has had a root canal
- Is heavily restored or weakened
- Has cracks or hairline fractures
- Needs cosmetic improvement
- Requires protection from further damage
CEREC crowns restore both the strength and appearance of your tooth while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
CEREC Crowns vs. Traditional Crowns
Traditional crowns often require 2–3 appointments over several weeks, including physical impressions and wearing a temporary crown while waiting for a dental lab.
With CEREC technology:
- Digital images replace traditional impressions
- Your crown is designed and milled on-site
- No temporary crown is required
- Your final crown is placed the same day
This results in a faster, more comfortable experience with exceptional accuracy and fit.
Benefits of Same-Day CEREC Crowns
CEREC crowns are ideal for busy patients who want reliable results without multiple dental visits.
- One-visit crown placement
- No temporary crowns
- Highly accurate digital impressions
- Durable, natural-looking ceramic material
- Reduced chair time and fewer appointments
- Immediate restoration of function and appearance
What to expect:
Procedure Length
To allow time for us to prepare the tooth, design, and mill the crown we like to tell our patients to be prepared for a 2- 3-hour appointment. However, this appointment does not require the patient to be present for the whole time. If by chance you cannot do a 2- 3-hour appointment, call the office and let us know. We can arrange the appointment to be 1.5 hours and you can come back to the office later that day or any other day you prefer for cementation.
Lifespan
Typically, a crown can last 5 – 8 years keeping in mind there are a lot of factors that vary from patient to patient for example, if you grind your teeth, medications, and more.
Insurance
Most dental insurance plans provide some coverage for full-coverage crowns. To ensure you are covered, contact our office and we can send a pre-determination to your insurance so you will know exactly what your policy covers before we start the process.
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