If you need a dental crown, you may be imagining multiple appointments, temporary restorations, and weeks of waiting for your permanent crown to arrive. Thankfully, modern dental technology has made the process much more convenient. With same-day crown technology, your dentist can design, create, and place a custom dental crown during a single visit.
So, how long does the process actually take? While the exact timeframe varies depending on your tooth and treatment needs, making and placing a same-day crown typically takes a few hours. That means you may be able to walk into your appointment with a damaged or weakened tooth and leave with a fully restored smile the same day.
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