Time is precious, especially for adults juggling work, family, and personal commitments. When a damaged tooth needs repair, the traditional two-visit crown process can feel unnecessarily disruptive. Fortunately, CEREC same-day crown technology eliminates this inconvenience by providing high-quality, permanent dental restorations in a single appointment, allowing you to address your dental needs efficiently without compromising quality or aesthetics.
At Atlas Dental Specialists, we provide virtually any dental service without the need for referrals, including CEREC same-day crowns. Our high-tech approach means we make the vast majority of our crowns in-office rather than sending them to a lab, and they’re almost always completed on the same day. This is particularly beneficial for our patients aged 50 to 70 who value both their time and their oral health. If you want your dream smile now, discover the power of same-day crowns with our experienced, trusted professionals.
What Are CEREC Same-Day Crowns?
Whether you’re one of the large majority of older adults with tooth decay or just want to smile refresh, CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) technology allows us to create custom dental crowns in a single appointment. Using advanced 3D imaging, computer-aided design, and an in-office milling machine, we can design, fabricate, and place a permanent crown in just one visit.
The process begins with digital impressions of your tooth, meaning no more uncomfortable, messy impression material. These precise digital images are then used to design your crown on a computer screen, allowing you to see what your restoration will look like before it’s even created. Once the design is finalized, our in-office milling machine carves your crown from a solid ceramic block that matches your natural tooth color for a seamless look.
Why Older Adults Prefer CEREC Same-Day Crowns
CEREC same-day crowns offer several advantages that make them particularly appealing to busy adults in their 50s, 60s, and 70s, including the following:
- Save time: Time efficiency with only one appointment needed instead of multiple visits
- No need for unstable temporary crowns: No temporary crowns that can break or come loose
- Improved precision: Digital precision that ensures an excellent fit and comfort
- Natural look: Natural-looking results that blend seamlessly with existing teeth
- Long-lasting results: Durable ceramic material that can last for many years with proper care
Unlike traditional crowns that require two or more appointments spaced weeks apart, CEREC technology respects your busy schedule. Whether you’re still working, enjoying retirement, caring for grandchildren, or traveling, you don’t need to arrange your life around multiple dental visits.
The CEREC Same-Day Crown Experience
When you visit our office for a CEREC crown, you can expect a comfortable, efficient experience. Our caring team starts by preparing your tooth and removing any damaged or decayed areas. Next, we take digital impressions using our intraoral scanner—a small, handheld device that captures detailed 3D images of your tooth without any goopy impression materials.
While you relax, we design your crown using specialized software that ensures the restoration will fit perfectly and function naturally with your bite. Once the design is complete, our milling machine creates your crown from high-quality ceramic material selected to match your tooth color.
After the crown is milled, we may make minor adjustments and glaze the restoration to give it a natural luster. Finally, we bond the crown securely to your tooth, check your bite, and make any necessary refinements. The entire process typically takes about 90 minutes to two hours, depending on the complexity of your case.
Ready for Your Same-Day Crown? Contact Atlas Dental Specialists Today
If you’re a busy adult looking to restore damaged teeth without the hassle of multiple appointments, CEREC same-day crowns may be the perfect solution. At Atlas Dental Specialists, we use our 25+ years of experience to tailor our approach to your specific needs and circumstances, giving you the highest quality care in the most efficient manner possible.
Our family-owned practice provides a warm, friendly environment combined with cutting-edge technology and expertise, whether you need a single crown or more complex dental work. We partner with numerous insurance companies, including MetLife, Cigna, Principal, Ameritas, and UnitedHealthcare. Contact us today at (412) 281-9411 for our downtown Pittsburgh office or (412) 730-2560 for our Shadyside location, or visit our contact form to schedule your consultation, learn more about our flexible financial options, and see if we participate with your specific plan.
