CEREC Same-Day Crowns: Longevity, Fit, and What to Expect

For years, getting a dental crown meant at least two appointments, wearing a plastic temporary crown that could chip or fall off, and dealing with uncomfortable, gooey putty impressions. With same-day CEREC technology, we can design, create, and place your permanent ceramic crown in a single visit.

How Does the Same-Day Process Work?

Instead of waiting weeks for an off-site laboratory, we complete the entire design and milling process right here in our office while you wait:

• 3D Digital Scan: We use a small camera to take a fast, accurate 3D scan of your tooth, avoiding the need for messy molds.
• On-Screen Design: We design your crown on a computer screen, adjusting the shapes and margins to match your natural bite exactly.
• Precision Milling: Our in-house milling unit carves the custom crown from a solid block of dental ceramic in about 15 minutes.
• Polishing and Placement: We glaze the crown to give it a natural shine, strengthen it in a special oven, and bond it to your tooth.

Are Same-Day Crowns Durable?

A common question patients ask is whether a crown made in one day is as strong as a traditional lab-made crown. The clinical data shows they are.

A 10-year study published in the International Journal of Computerized Dentistry tracked the long-term success of CEREC crowns. The researchers found a 10-year clinical survival rate of 94.7%—directly matching the performance of crowns made by traditional labs.

Because we prepare and bond the crown immediately, we protect the underlying tooth from bacterial exposure and prevent your teeth from shifting while waiting for a lab, making it both a convenient and healthy option.