This dental procedure involves the design, creation, and fitting of a dental crown within a single visit to a dental office in O’Fallon. Instead of multiple appointments spanning several weeks, the entire process, from digital impressions to milling and placement, is completed on the same day. A patient requiring a crown due to decay, damage, or other dental issues can receive a permanent restoration quickly and efficiently.
The advantage of this approach lies in its convenience and time-saving nature. Patients avoid the need for temporary crowns, which can be uncomfortable and prone to shifting or breakage. Furthermore, it reduces the overall treatment time, allowing individuals to return to their normal routines without extended interruptions. Historically, creating crowns involved sending impressions to off-site dental labs, a process which inherently added significant time to the completion of the restoration.