Skip the wait with same-day CEREC Dental Crowns

If you have ever had a traditional dental crown placed, you probably remember a weeks-long process, needing to care for a temporary crown, and uncomfortable putty impressions. At Mark A. Wong, DDS Family Dentistry, we are proud to offer a time-saving alternative to patients in the Walnut Creek, California area: same-day dental crowns.

How are same-day crowns made?

While traditional crowns are made from physical molds of your teeth that are sent off to a laboratory, same-day crowns are made using advanced Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology called CEREC. This CAD/CAM system enables us to take comfortable, quick digital impressions of your mouth and then mill your new crown out of a block of dental ceramic right in the office while you catch up on email, read a good book, or take a quick nap. Once your crown is ready, Dr. Wong will bond it onto your tooth, making any minor adjustments needed, and you are free to enjoy the rest of your day! 

Advantages of CEREC same-day crowns

Many patients love CEREC same-day crowns because of their convenience and comfort. No waiting for weeks, no messy impressions, and no temporary crowns are necessary. But dentists also love CEREC technology because it offers multiple advantages:

• Digital impressions are more accurate than traditional putty impressions and are used directly by the CAD/CAM software to create your crown, translating into a more precise fit. 
• The dental ceramic used for CEREC crowns is strong and durable, providing great results for many years with good oral hygiene.
• CEREC crowns look as great as they function and can be shaded to match your existing teeth, so they blend in seamlessly with your smile.
• Rather than leaving your tooth vulnerable with a temporary crown for 2 to 3 weeks while you wait for your permanent crown, same-day crowns provide optimal protection and function in less than 2 hours.

Advanced technology meets personalized care

At the dental practice of Dr. Mark A. Wong, CEREC is just one of the many state-of-the-art technologies that we have invested in to enhance the level of care we provide to our patients. To schedule your consultation at our Walnut Creek office, call (925) 678-5600 today! 

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