Same-Day Crowns: How CEREC Works
Walk in with a broken tooth, walk out with a ceramic crown. Here's how same-day dentistry actually works.
Walk in with a broken tooth, walk out with a ceramic crown. Here's how same-day dentistry actually works.
The short answer is no — but you can still brighten the overall smile. Here's what's actually possible.
Rarely. Most patients prefer tooth-coloured options now.
Both work well. CEREC is faster. Traditional allows more artistry.
Different crowns suit different teeth. Here's the decision guide.
Where crown meets tooth. Should be smooth and sealed.
For back teeth, yes. For front teeth, sometimes. Here's the rule.
Not every tooth problem needs a crown. Here's when it's essential.
Both cover a front tooth — but they serve different purposes. Here's how to choose for a single broken or discoloured front tooth.
Veneers cover only the front. Caps (crowns) cover the whole tooth.
Yes — at the margin. Regular x-rays catch it.
15–20 years average. Here's what determines the upper limit.
No — crowns don't respond to whitening gel. Here's what to do instead.
Yes — cement can fail. Save the crown, book urgent appointment.
Inner structural layer of a crown. Metal or zirconia usually.
Darkening edge, sensitivity, or visible crack. X-ray confirms.
The visible tooth part of an implant restoration. Ceramic usually.
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