Same-Day Restorative Dentistry
Same Day CEREC Crowns in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
Strong, Natural-Looking Crowns In A Single Visit
Same Day CEREC Crowns at Wauwatosa Dental Arts let you repair a damaged or weakened tooth in just one comfortable appointment. Using advanced digital technology, your doctor designs, mills, and places a custom ceramic crown while you relax in the chair. It’s a great way for busy patients in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin to restore their smiles without multiple trips to the dentist or temporary crowns.
Same Day Cerec Crowns
Same Day CEREC Crowns at Wauwatosa Dental Arts
Same Day CEREC Crowns combine digital scanning, 3D design, and in-office milling to create a beautiful, tooth-colored crown in one visit. At Wauwatosa Dental Arts in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, our team uses this technology to quickly strengthen cracked, decayed, or heavily filled teeth while keeping your bite comfortable and your smile looking natural.
What Are Same Day CEREC Crowns?
CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) crowns are custom ceramic caps that fit over a tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. Instead of sending impressions to a lab and waiting weeks, your dentist digitally scans your tooth, designs the crown on-screen, and mills it right in the office. In most cases, you leave the same day with your final restoration.
Benefits of Same Day CEREC Crowns
- One-Visit Convenience No need for multiple appointments or time off work.
- No Temporary Crown Skip the fragile temporary and go straight to your final, long-lasting crown.
- Digital, Mess-Free Impressions Comfortable 3D scanning instead of traditional goopy impression trays.
- Natural, Tooth-Colored Material High-quality ceramic blends with your surrounding teeth for a seamless smile.
- Precise, Customized Fit Computer-aided design helps create a crown that fits your bite and feels comfortable quickly.
How the CEREC Crown Visit Works
First, we gently numb and prepare your tooth, removing decay or old filling material while preserving as much healthy structure as possible. Next, a small digital scanner captures a 3D image of your teeth—no sticky impression material required. Your dentist then designs your crown on the computer, adjusting shape and color for a natural look.
Once the design is complete, the data is sent to our in-office milling unit, which carves your crown from a solid block of ceramic. After trying it in and making any fine adjustments, we bond the crown in place and polish your bite. You walk out with your tooth fully restored, with no return visit needed for the final crown.
- Digital intraoral scanner for quick, comfortable 3D impressions
- Chairside CAD software to design your custom crown
- In-office milling unit that shapes the ceramic crown while you wait
- Glazing and polishing systems for a smooth, lifelike sheen
Caring for Your New Crown
Your new CEREC crown is strong, but it still needs good home care. Brush twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush, floss gently around the crown, and avoid chewing ice or very hard objects. Regular checkups at Wauwatosa Dental Arts allow us to monitor the crown and surrounding gum tissue to keep everything healthy and comfortable.
Am I a Candidate for a Same Day CEREC Crown?
Many patients with cracked, worn, or heavily filled teeth can benefit from Same Day CEREC Crowns. They can also be used after root canal treatment or to replace large, failing fillings. At your visit, we will examine your tooth, review X-rays, and discuss your goals to determine whether a same-day crown is the best option or if a different restoration would serve you better.
If you’re noticing discomfort when you chew, have a chipped tooth, or have been told you need a crown, we’re here to help. Call our friendly team at (414) 462-3160
The short answer
A same-day CEREC crown is a custom, tooth-colored ceramic cap that is designed, milled, and bonded over a damaged tooth in a single appointment, with no temporary crown. The tooth is numbed and prepared, a digital scanner captures a 3D image, the dentist designs the crown on the computer, and an in-office milling unit carves it from a solid block of ceramic before it is tried in, adjusted, and bonded. It is used to restore cracked, worn, decayed, or heavily filled teeth, to replace large failing fillings, and to protect a tooth after root canal treatment.
Same Day Crowns: Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a Same Day CEREC Crown?
- A same-day CEREC crown is a custom ceramic cap that is made and placed in one appointment. Your dentist digitally scans the tooth, designs the crown on-screen, and an in-office milling unit carves it from a solid block of ceramic. The crown is then bonded in place during the same visit, so there is no temporary crown and no return visit for the final restoration.
- Are CEREC Crowns as Strong as Traditional Crowns?
- Yes, CEREC crowns are strong, because they are made from high-quality ceramic materials similar to those used by dental labs. When designed correctly and cared for with good brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, they can last many years. They provide excellent strength for chewing while blending with your surrounding teeth.
- Will My Crown Really Be Finished in One Visit?
- In most cases, yes, your CEREC crown will be finished in one visit. From digital scanning to milling and bonding, the entire process is completed in a single appointment that typically lasts a couple of hours. More complex cases or multiple crowns may require additional time, but you will know what to expect before we begin.
- Will Getting a CEREC Crown Hurt?
- Getting a CEREC crown should not hurt, because we gently numb the area before we start so you stay comfortable throughout the visit. You may feel some vibration from the instruments but should not feel pain. Mild tenderness afterward is normal and usually fades within a few days, and over-the-counter pain relievers are often all that is needed.
- How Long Do Same Day CEREC Crowns Last?
- With proper care, same-day CEREC crowns can last many years. Their longevity depends on factors such as your bite, clenching or grinding habits, and oral hygiene. Wearing a nightguard if recommended and keeping up with regular visits can help your crown last as long as possible.
- Are Same Day CEREC Crowns Covered by Insurance?
- Dental insurance often helps cover a portion of crown treatment when it is needed to restore a tooth damaged by decay, fracture, or wear. Coverage varies by plan, so the amount depends on your individual benefits. Our team will review your benefits, provide an estimate before treatment begins, and help you make the most of any available coverage.
- How Should I Care for My Tooth After a CEREC Crown?
- Care for a tooth with a CEREC crown like your natural teeth: brush twice daily with fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush, and floss gently around the crown. Avoid chewing ice or biting down on very hard foods or objects. If you notice sensitivity, shifting, or rough edges, contact our office so we can evaluate the crown.
- What If I Am Nervous About Dental Treatment?
- It is completely normal to feel anxious about dental treatment. Our team takes time to explain each step, answer questions, and work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. A warm, supportive environment and gentle techniques help even nervous patients feel more at ease during their same-day CEREC crown visit.
- How Do I Schedule a Same Day CEREC Crown Appointment?
- To schedule a same-day CEREC crown appointment, call (414) 462-3160 to book an exam or ask any questions about treatment. At the exam we will evaluate your tooth, review X-rays, and discuss your options. We will then let you know whether a same-day CEREC crown is the best solution or whether a different restoration would serve you better.
Schedule Appointment
Call us at (414) 462-3160 or visit us at 11600 W North Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53226.
