Same-Day Crowns
Modern restorative dentistry has evolved to respect the busy schedules of Alabaster residents by eliminating the need for temporary caps and multiple appointments. Dr. Chance Pruitt employs digital workflows to design and mill permanent, high-strength ceramic restorations during a single visit to our office.
Life along the I-65 corridor moves fast, and dental care should be no exception to that rule. Traditional restorative methods typically require patients to wear a plastic temporary for weeks while a remote laboratory creates the final tooth. At Promenade Family Dentistry, we use digital impressioning to create a virtual map of your mouth without messy putty. This data is then sent to our in-office milling station. Digital technology allows us to produce a polychromatic ceramic crown that matches the exact translucency and strength of your natural enamel.
Walking out of the office with a permanent tooth in less than two hours felt like a total revolution compared to the way I used to get crowns.
Precision Engineering with CAD/CAM Technology
The foundation of a successful restoration lies in the interocclusal registration, which ensures your new tooth fits perfectly within your existing bite. Our CAD/CAM system, which stands for computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing, removes the human error often found in manual laboratory processes. We use lithium disilicate or zirconia blocks to ensure the material can withstand the heavy chewing forces of the molar region. This process preserves more of your natural tooth structure while providing a durable, aesthetic result. Because the entire process happens under one roof, Dr. Pruitt can make real-time adjustments to the shade and fit.
Common Questions About Same-Day Crowns
Are these crowns as strong as the ones made in a lab? Absolutely, as the materials we use are the same high-grade ceramics found in the best dental laboratories worldwide. The main difference is simply the speed of the technology we use to shape them.
Does the digital scanning process hurt? Not at all, because the scanner is just a small camera that takes thousands of photos per second. You can breathe and swallow normally while we capture the images, making it much more comfortable than old-fashioned trays.
Will my insurance cover a same-day crown? Most insurance plans cover the restoration based on the procedure itself, not the technology used to make it. Our team will help you verify your benefits to ensure you get the most out of your coverage.
Schedule Your Same-Day Crown Consultation
Visit Promenade Family Dentistry to experience the efficiency of modern restorative care. We are located near Thompson High School and are ready to restore your smile in record time.
