Cincinnati Same-Day Crowns

Dr. Fred Peck, Cincinnati’s multi-credentialed accredited cosmetic dentist, has the equipment to create same-day crowns. But the traditional crowns are so much better, he will only do same-day crowns for emergencies. Let’s explain why.

Let’s start by explaining how modern CEREC technology differs from the custom process of a beautifully natural ceramic crown.

What is the Traditional Process for Placing Crowns?

Ordinarily, a permanent crown is placed in two appointments:

• First visit: The tooth is prepared and an impression is taken and sent to the laboratory so that the crown can be crafted.
• After that appointment, your new crown is created in a laboratory by a master ceramist. It will be custom shaped and custom tinted to perfectly match the surrounding teeth.
• Second visit: Permanent crown is placed after it arrives from the lab.

In the time between the two appointments, a temporary crown is worn.

CEREC Technology

Using CEREC technology, the crown is milled by computer in our office while you wait. The computerized system cuts the crown out of a ceramic block to precisely fit your prepared tooth and to occlude with the opposing tooth. Ready in minutes, the crown can be cemented in the same appointment.

However, this process tries to accomplish by machine what a master ceramist would create. It simply isn’t the same. The shade of the tooth is selected from several option. The custom-crafted crown is given shade gradients that will accurately match a real tooth and will look perfectly natural. That is why Dr. Peck will only do a same-day crown for an emergency situation, where there isn’t time to create the perfect replica of a real tooth.

When Are Same-Day Crowns Used?

In our practice, Dr. Peck will only use same-day crowns in emergency situations. The type of ceramic in same-day crowns is pure lithium disilicate, is very strong ceramic. However, it lacks aesthetic qualities.

The best crowns, though, require attention to finer details, including custom shaping by a master ceramist and aesthetic details such as translucency, light reflectivity, and color variation. That is why Dr. Peck prefers, for ordinary situations, our beautiful ceramic crowns, which are composed of a lithium disilicate core layered with porcelain crafted to mimic all of the aesthetic nuances of a natural tooth.

Restoration in a Single Visit

If you need a same-day crown for an emergency situation, we’d love to help you. Otherwise, Dr. Peck will provide you with a beautiful ceramic crown that, with good care, could last your lifetime. You can schedule an appointment with us by calling our office at (513) 621-7666. You can also request an appointment online, and we’ll contact you to set one up.