Same-Day Crowns In Houston: How CEREC Works, Who It’s For, And Why Timing Matters

Traditional crowns typically require two visits: one to prepare the tooth and place a temporary, and another—weeks later—to seat the final restoration. Temporaries can pop off, stain, or feel slightly different than your bite. If your schedule is tight, this two-step routine is inconvenient. That’s why same-day crowns using chairside CAD/CAM (often known as CEREC) are a game-changer for busy Houston patients.

What Exactly Is A Same-Day Crown?

A same-day crown is a permanent ceramic restoration designed, milled, and bonded in a single appointment. Instead of physical impressions, we capture a digital scan of your teeth, design the crown on-screen, and fabricate it on-site. After a custom stain and glaze, the crown is bonded, adjusted, and polished—no temporary, no second visit.

When A Crown Is The Right Choice

• Large or failing fillings that can’t be predictably repaired
• Cracked or fractured teeth needing full-coverage protection
• Root canal-treated molars that require reinforcement
• Teeth with significant wear or broken cusps
• Cosmetic improvements for misshapen or discolored teeth

If a tooth can be preserved with an onlay or inlay instead of a full crown, we’ll consider that too—CAD/CAM excels at conservative solutions.

Benefits Of CEREC For Houston Lifestyles

• Speed: Start-to-finish in about two hours, depending on complexity.
• Precision: Digital design and milling create an accurate fit.
• Comfort: No messy impression material and fewer injections overall.
• Aesthetics: Modern ceramics mimic enamel’s translucency and strength.
• Control: We fine-tune color and shape while you’re in the chair.

Your Appointment, Step By Step

1. Diagnosis & Numbing: We confirm the plan and ensure you’re comfortable.
2. Tooth Preparation: Conservatively shape the tooth to accept a crown.
3. Digital Scan: A 3D camera captures your bite and neighboring teeth.
4. Design: We craft a precise, lifelike crown on-screen.
5. Milling & Try-In: A ceramic block is milled; we test fit and refine.
6. Glaze & Bond: After a custom glaze and polish, the crown is bonded.
7. Bite Check: Final adjustments ensure a smooth, natural feel.

Materials And Durability

Common options include lithium disilicate and zirconia-reinforced ceramics—strong, beautiful, and kind to opposing teeth. With meticulous bonding and good home care, same-day crowns perform on par with lab-fabricated crowns. Night guards for clenchers protect your investment and natural teeth alike.

FAQs We Hear All The Time

Will a same-day crown look natural? Yes—shade, translucency, and surface texture are customized chairside.
Is it as strong as a lab crown? Modern ceramics and bonding provide long-term strength comparable to traditional methods for appropriate cases.
What if I need multiple crowns? We can plan a phased approach or complete several in one extended visit.

Caring For Your New Crown

Brush twice daily, floss (or use a water flosser) around the margins, and keep regular cleanings. Avoid chewing ice and using teeth as tools. If you grind, wear your night guard consistently. With these habits, you can expect years of reliable service.

Ready to skip temporaries and second visits? Call Blush Dental Orthodontics & Implants in Houston at (832) 930-7803 to Book an Appointment and see whether a same-day crown is right for you.