5 Reasons You Should Get Same-day Dental Crowns

In many dental offices, getting a dental crown takes two or more appointments over several weeks. At Longmont Dental, we are excited to offer same-day dental crowns to residents of Longmont, Colorado, and nearby areas. With a CEREC digital scanner and an on-site milling machine, Dr. Kurt Knechtel and Dr. Wyatt Knechtel can create a permanent custom-made crown in a single visit. That means you don’t have to miss work or family appointments to have dental work done.

The 5 benefits of same-day dental crowns

Getting a dental crown in the Longmont area no longer means a drawn-out treatment. Advanced technology allows us to plan, create, and place your restoration in a single appointment. If you are considering same-day dental crowns, here are the benefits you can expect.

1. Single-visit convenience: Same-day crowns eliminate the need for multiple appointments. Your tooth is prepared, scanned, designed, and restored in a single visit. This convenience means you don’t have to disrupt your everyday life to have your tooth restored. CEREC same-day crowns in Longmont, CO, are efficient, convenient, and perfect for busy lifestyles.
2. No more temporary crowns: One drawback of traditional crowns is the need to wear a temporary crown while you wait for the permanent one to be milled off-site. Since these temporaries are not customized, they look unnatural and always feel unstable when eating. They can even fall out when you bite into something hard or chewy. Thanks to CEREC crowns, you don’t have to contend with the inconveniences of a temporary crown. We mill your crown as you wait, so you’ll leave our office with a beautiful, fully restored tooth.
3. Enjoy a precise fit: Another thing you’ll like about same-day crowns is their precise fit. We create same-day crowns using advanced digital imaging instead of messy impressions. This technology captures highly accurate details of your tooth, resulting in a crown that fits comfortably. A better fit allows your restoration to look and feel like a natural tooth.
4. A more natural-looking solution: CEREC crowns are created from a block of ceramic, which can be color-matched to your natural teeth. This natural-looking material makes your crown virtually indistinguishable in the mouth. This seamless appearance means you can speak, smile, and laugh freely without feeling embarrassed about your tooth.
5. Durability: Speed is often mistaken for compromised quality. However, this is not the case with CEREC dental crowns. Single-visit restorations are made with high-strength materials that resist everyday wear. With good care, CEREC crowns can last over 10 years. That makes them last as long as traditional crowns, if not longer. Opting for same-day crowns doesn’t mean you sacrifice quality.

Dr. Kurt W. Knechtel, DMD

Kurt W. Knechtel, DMD, has been practicing dentistry for 29 years. He received his degree at Oregon Health Science University in 1995. After college, this former Longmont High School graduate returned home to start his practice. Dr. Knechtel likes to remain on the cutting edge of dentistry and continually looks for ways to improve the patient experience. He has had extra training in implant placement and orthodontics.

Dr. Wyatt J. Knechtel, DMD

Wyatt J. Knechtel, DMD, who joined our practice in 2023, holds a degree from Case Western Reserve University. Working alongside his father, he is dedicated to helping patients achieve the healthy smiles of their dreams. Dr. Wyatt led the implementation of SureSmile, an alternative to traditional braces.

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