SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Dentistry of Old Town Scottsdale offers CEREC same-day dental crowns, allowing patients in Scottsdale to have a damaged tooth restored with a custom, metal-free ceramic crown in just one visit.

Traditional crowns typically require an impression of the tooth, a dental laboratory to fabricate the crown, a temporary crown worn for a couple of weeks, and a second appointment to place the final restoration. With CEREC technology, the entire process takes place in the office.

How CEREC Same-Day Crowns Work

An infrared camera captures 3D images of the damaged tooth and sends them directly to the CEREC machine. The crown is then designed and milled in the practice's office from a single block of high-quality ceramic and placed during the same appointment. The process typically takes about one to two hours, including digital impressions, design, and placement.

"Many people put off getting a crown because they don't want multiple appointments or a temporary crown," said a spokesperson for Dentistry of Old Town Scottsdale. "CEREC allows us to complete the crown in one visit, so patients can leave with a finished restoration."

Key Features of CEREC Crowns

One visit: Completed in a single appointment rather than several
Metal-free: Contains no metal, making it a safe and comfortable option for patients with metal sensitivities or allergies
Natural appearance: Color-matched to surrounding teeth
Precise fit: Based on digital 3D imaging rather than physical impressions
Durable: Designed to last as long as traditionally fabricated crowns
Gentle on gums: Biocompatible and well tolerated by gum tissue

Crowns for a Range of Dental Needs

Dental crowns are used to protect damaged teeth, restore teeth after a root canal, and cover dental implants. Crowns last between five and fifteen years depending on oral health habits and wear, and patients are encouraged to avoid chewing ice and hard foods, grinding their teeth, biting their nails, and using their teeth to open packages.

Patients who would like to learn more about same-day crowns can visit the practice's CEREC dental crowns page or call (480) 719-6994.

About Dentistry of Old Town Scottsdale

Dentistry of Old Town Scottsdale is a family-friendly dental practice in Scottsdale, Arizona, led by Dr. Bradley K. Brittain. The practice provides comprehensive care for patients with both basic and complex dental needs, in a warm and relaxed atmosphere designed to comfort even the most anxious patients.