Single Visit Dental Crown and Bridge in Coquitlam

Gone are the days when you had to wait weeks for a dental crown placement. A new technology called CEREC, has replaced multiple appointments and temporary fittings with a quicker and more efficient process. In this blog, we will explain how you can get a dental crown and a bridge in just a single visit using CEREC, saving you time and hassle.

What is the role of a Dental Crown or a Bridge?

A dental crown is a cap shaped like your tooth and placed over your damaged tooth. Dentists install dental crowns for several reasons, such as to restore a fractured, decayed, or discoloured tooth. Apart from helping the patient aesthetically, crowns strengthen the tooth and prevent further decay.

A dental bridge, on the other hand, is used to fill the gap caused by multiple missing teeth in a row. Bridges can cover large gaps, help improve facial structure, and restore your smile.  They also offer other oral health advantages, such as restoring chewing and speech functions and preventing teeth from shifting. 

CEREC Technology – Same Day Dental Crown and Bridge

CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic, the newest technology in cosmetic dentistry for dental restorations. Our dentists at Coast Dental Coquitlam use advanced technology like CAD (Computer Aided Design) and CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) equipment for dental restorations. These are called the primescan and the primemill.

Our dentists use the Primescan tool to produce scans/3D images of the patient’s tooth and mouth. They then use these images to create a dental crown model and feed it into the Primemill. 

The Primemill is a milling machine that customizes a dental crown for the patient’s tooth and jaw. The machine creates the crown out of ceramic material. The dentist immediately fits this dental crown into the patient’s mouth.

You can complete CEREC in one visit. Our Coquitlam dentists like it because it saves time and avoids temporary fittings for your comfort. This technology allows dentists to have more control and accuracy. They achieve this by enabling themselves to make dental crowns in their office instead of sending them to a lab.

Another benefit of CEREC is durability. Strong materials are used to make the dental restorations, enabling them to withstand wear and tear.

Traditional Dental Crowns 

Traditionally, dental crowns take weeks to install. Once the dentist prepares your tooth for the dental crown, they will create a mould and then send it to the lab to make the crown. The lab takes two weeks to prepare the crown; in the meantime, patients get a temporary crown. This creates multiple appointments with the dental office and increases anxiety for patients.

The temporary crown is often uncomfortable, fits loosely and can fall off, leading to injury. This often restricts the patient from eating certain foods until the installation of the permanent dental crown. Patients must return to the dentist’s office when their permanent crown is ready, which can be inconvenient and time-consuming.

Given their lengthy time process, traditional crowns are also more expensive. This is why we’re proud to implement CEREC technology, allowing our patients more affordability and ease.

Is CEREC Right for you? 

CEREC technology may not be suitable for patients with severe tooth decay or damage. However, your dentist can help determine the right option for you. Dentists at Coast Dental Coquitlam will evaluate your oral health and suggest the proper treatment. 

Conclusion 

The CEREC procedure has made dental restoration a time-efficient and patient-friendly process. It eliminates the inconvenience of a long waiting time caused by the traditional procedure and restores the patient’s smile in just a single visit.

The digital technology used in CEREC offers accurate and customized dental restorations. CEREC Dental crowns typically consist of ceramic, replicating natural teeth and enhancing their strength. Our dentists at Coast Dental Coquitlam provide this cutting-edge solution for our patients who look for immediate results and accuracy. 

Schedule an Appointment with us. 

If you need a dental crown and bridge, schedule an appointment with us today, or learn more about our CEREC restoration service

Our dentists at Coast Dental Coquitlam are trained in using CEREC technology and are committed to restoring your oral health and beautiful smile.