Have you heard of the “aesthetic zone?” This is the area that people notice first about your smile: your front 4 teeth on top and bottom. Imagine accidently fracturing one of your front teeth. Would you be embarrassed to laugh and smile as normal? Most patients would be. Here at Peterson & Cammack Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we understand how unsightly a damaged smile can be and the negative effect it directly has on your confidence. That’s why we offer same-day dental crowns with CEREC in Lacey!
When is it necessary to get a dental crown?
There are several reasons dentists recommend a dental crown. Usually, our tooth-colored dental crowns are placed on a damaged tooth to improve structure and its appearance. Here are some of the most common reasons either Dr. Peterson or Dr. Cammack may recommend placing a dental crown:
- If you have tooth decay that’s too large for a traditional filling.
- If you have cracked, broken or severely worn-down teeth.
- If you’ve replaced a missing tooth with a dental implant.
- If you need to support a dental bridge placement.
- If you have misshapen or discolored teeth.
What is it like to get a dental crown placed?
If you’re familiar with dental restorations, placing dental crowns can be a long, messy process. First, you would normally start the process by visiting our office for a dental exam so that we can evaluate the health of your mouth. If your dentist concludes that a crown is best for restoring and/or correcting your smile, we would normally schedule another visit so the dentist can prepare your tooth and create a temporary crown. After your permanent crown is created in a lab separate from your original office, it can be weeks or even months before your permanent crown is ready. This entire process sounds extremely inconvenient, right? Don’t worry—we value your time! That’s why we offer dental crowns that can be created and placed all during one appointment.
What are the benefits of CEREC dental crowns?
Peterson & Cammack decided to invest in CEREC’s advanced dental technology because it provided these great benefits for our patients.
1. Achieve Fast Results
CEREC technology saves time and makes your dental visits quick and to the point. Rather than having to come back for numerous visits, either of our dentists will utilize the technology available to virtually sculpt and create your lifelike dental crown.
2. Receive Superior Results
The digital imaging gives us the confidence we need to make sure your dental piece fits your mouth perfectly. Since you’re still in the office while it’s being created, we can alter the restoration to fit perfectly.
3. Get Permanent Results
Past dental crown processes required the patients to wait out the procedure with a temporary crown. It was hard to get them to fit perfectly and was such a hassle. CEREC allows us to generate a high-quality custom dental piece for the patient and is put on immediately.
4. Eliminate Annoying Impressions
Traditional crowns required patients to have impressions done of their teeth by using a messy elastic material. Since CEREC is all-digital, this eliminates the need for that.
5. Love Your Attractive Results
The restorations produced by CEREC are created from high-quality tooth-colored materials. Crowns in the past were normally made from metal which stood out among your natural smile. CEREC crowns are durable and are non-invasive to remaining healthy tooth.
Contact You Dentist in Lacey Today!
Do you need a tooth to be restored—and fast? Look no further! Peterson & Cammack Family & Cosmetic Dentistry has the restorative services and modern technology to help you revitalize your smile. Contact our Lacey office today to schedule the next available appointment.