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Broken or Cracked Tooth? Fix It in One Visit with Same-Day Dentistry!

Written by Dr. DeAngelis

Dental restorations like dental crowns have been around for years to help patients cover and protect damaged, cracked, discolored, or even infected teeth. However, one of the pitfalls of traditional dental crowns in Carlsbad, CA area dental practices is the time they take to create. This is why it’s important to connect with a dentist in Carlsbad that offers same-day dental crowns using CEREC technology.

 

What is the process of obtaining a dental crown?

 

To obtain a dental crown in a traditional dental office, patients need to make more than one appointment. The first appointment is the preparation of the tooth. The dentist will remove natural tooth enamel from around the tooth’s structure. Then, messy impressions are made of the tooth and sent off to a dental laboratory to create the final crown. In the meantime, the dentist places a temporary crown that can protect the tooth until the new restoration comes back in. Weeks later, the patient returns to have the temporary crown removed and their final prosthetic bonded in place. With CEREC, the entire process can take less than an hour!

 

What is CEREC?

 

Dr. Anakarina DeAngelis of DeAngelis Family Dentistry describes CEREC as a technologically advanced way of helping patients obtain dental restorations the day they need them. CEREC is an acronym for “Chairside Economical Restoration using Esthetic Ceramic.” It is a specialized device that allows dentists to use three-dimensional digital impressions of the patient’s prepared tooth to mill out from a block of porcelain a dental restoration while patients wait. This is a fast and effective way of addressing broken or cracked teeth.

 

What quality can I expect from CEREC restorations?

 

CEREC restorations are just as strong and durable as those made in a dental laboratory. Dr. Anakarina DeAngelis finds that patients can keep them just as long as traditional dental restorations as long as they maintain good oral health habits at home between their recall cleanings and examinations at DeAngelis Family Dentistry.

 

How do I care for my crown after placement?

 

It is vital that patients protect their smiles by taking good care of their teeth and gums. This includes brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing at least once a day, and visiting the dentist regularly for cleanings and evaluations every six months. These are steps to not only care for the dental crown restoration but the smile in general. Patients who have dental crowns will want to make sure they make their appointments with the team at DeAngelis Family Dentistry, as the tooth covered with the crown can still be susceptible to periodontal disease and cavities. X-rays are often used at the dental office to evaluate the health of the teeth underneath restorations such as these.

 

How long will my dental crown last?

 

Many patients who follow their dentist’s recommendations regarding good oral health and hygiene will often find that their dental crown can last as long as a decade. If patients notice any pain or changes in the tooth covered by the crown, this may be a sign of an infection of the dental pulp inside of the tooth that may require treatment by a dental professional. Patients should contact their dentist for an appointment if they are concerned about their smile for any reason. Many conditions that are caught in their earlier stages can be treated quickly and effectively than those that have been ignored and caught later on.

 

Do you need same-day dentistry near you?

 

Connect with DeAngelis Family Dentistry today to discuss the benefits of CEREC same-day crowns. Carlsbad, CA area patients can call the office at (760) 444-5507 to request an appointment with Dr. Anakarina DeAngelis and her team. The practice is open to new patients and is conveniently located at 6010 Hidden Valley Road, Suite #105.

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