Same Day Cerec Crowns

Same Day Crowns in New Braunfels

Traditionally, getting a dental crown meant multiple appointments, temporary restorations, and waiting a few weeks for a lab to fabricate your permanent crown. But with same day crowns, patients no longer need to wait to restore a damaged or weakened tooth. Thanks to advanced technology called CEREC, we can design, craft, and place your crown in just one visit.

At Today’s Smile Family Dental in New Braunfels, we offer same day crowns because we believe high-quality care should also be efficient, precise, and comfortable. Whether you’ve cracked a tooth, have an old filling that needs replacement, or require a crown after a root canal, same day crowns provide a fast, reliable solution that looks and feels natural.

What Are Same Day Crowns?

Same day crowns are custom dental crowns made and placed during a single appointment. Instead of relying on messy impressions and a third-party dental lab, we use CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics), a high-tech system that allows us to digitally scan your tooth, design the crown on-screen, and mill it from a solid ceramic block—all right here in our office.

The result is a fully customized ceramic crown that blends with your natural teeth and restores full function without any need for a temporary or follow-up appointment.

When Is a Crown Needed?

Dental crowns are used to restore teeth that are too damaged or weakened for a simple filling. You may need a crown if:

A tooth is cracked or fractured
A cavity is too large for a filling to hold
You’ve had a root canal and need protection for the remaining tooth
An old crown is failing or needs to be replaced
You want to restore a misshapen or discolored tooth

Crowns are designed to encase the entire visible portion of the tooth, providing strength, stability, and a natural-looking result.

Benefits of Same Day Crowns

The most obvious benefit is speed, but same day crowns offer more than just convenience. Here’s why so many patients prefer them:

One Visit, One Restoration: No need to take additional time off work or wait weeks between appointments.
No Temporary Crown: Temporary crowns can be uncomfortable or fall off easily. With CEREC, you skip that step entirely.
Digital Precision: CEREC technology allows for incredibly accurate digital impressions and design, reducing human error.
Natural Aesthetics: The ceramic material used in same day crowns is durable and lifelike, closely resembling natural enamel.
Preserves More Tooth Structure: Because of the precision of the design process, less natural tooth material needs to be removed.

For busy patients who want efficient, long-lasting care without sacrificing quality, same day crowns offer the best of both worlds.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

If you’re getting a same day crown at our office, the process is simple and smooth:

1. Exam and Preparation

We’ll examine the tooth, confirm that a crown is the right option, and prepare the area by removing any damaged or decayed material.

2. Digital Impressions

Using a small handheld scanner, we take detailed 3D images of your tooth and bite. No messy impression trays required.

3. Crown Design

With CEREC software, we design your custom crown in real time. You’ll even be able to see the design as it takes shape.

4. In-House Milling

The crown is milled on-site from a block of high-quality ceramic, matched to the shade of your natural teeth. The milling process typically takes about 15–20 minutes.

5. Final Placement

Once the crown is ready, we bond it to the tooth, make final adjustments, and polish it for a smooth, comfortable finish. You leave with your permanent crown in place without needing to worry about a temporary crown or return visit.

How Long Do Same Day Crowns Last?

Same day crowns are made from the same durable materials as traditional lab-fabricated crowns. With proper care, they can last 10–15 years or longer. Their longevity depends on factors like oral hygiene, bite pressure, and general dental habits.

We’ll check your crown at each exam and cleaning to make sure it’s still in great shape. If any adjustments are needed down the road, we’ll take care of them promptly.

Caring for Your New Crown

Treat your crown the same way you treat your natural teeth:

Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste
Floss carefully around the crown
Avoid chewing hard objects like ice or pens
Come in for regular checkups and cleanings

Same day crowns are resistant to staining and wear, but good home care will help extend their lifespan and protect the tooth underneath.

Precision Meets Comfort

At Today’s Smile Family Dental, we know that time is valuable, but so is your health. Same day crowns allow us to deliver high-quality restorations without added hassle, giving you the results you deserve without the wait.

And while the technology behind same day crowns is advanced, our approach remains grounded in personal care. We take the time to explain your options, answer your questions, and make sure the final result looks and feels just right.

Let’s Restore Your Smile Today

If you’ve been told you need a crown or if you’re dealing with a broken or sensitive tooth, same day crowns might be the right solution. Schedule a consultation at our New Braunfels office, and let’s explore your options together.

One visit. One crown. One more reason to smile. For strong natural restorations without the wait, give Today’s Smile Family Dental a call at 830-625-6565.