Are you in need of dental repair? Are you looking to restore form and function to a tooth after damage, reinforce it after root canal therapy, or need a restoration for an implant? Do you want to skip the wait that comes with most restorations?
If so, Dr. Aluning of Carson Dental Care offers same-day BruxZir NOW dental crowns. Keep reading to learn more about these versatile restorations and the many ways they can help enhance your smile.
Dental crowns are cap-like, tooth-shaped restorations, customized to look like natural teeth. Dental crowns have many uses that make them an indispensable part of restorative dentistry. They often serve as the restorations for singular dental implants. They can also be fitted over a tooth to help restore its form and function while protecting it against further damage.
However, traditional crowns can take a while to be made. This can mean you’ll have to go without a tooth or continue on with your damaged tooth while you wait on your restoration. To combat the inconvenience of long wait times, Dr. Aluning is proud to offer same-day BruxZir® NOW dental crowns.
BruxZir NOW dental crowns are restorations that serve the same purpose as any other dental crown. However, these restorations are produced the same day as your appointment with the innovative fastmill.io™ In-Office Mill. The fastmill.io is a chairside fabrication device smaller than an average microwave that can craft a fully formed restoration right here at our Carson, CA office.
Benefits of Same-Day BruxZir NOW dental crowns include:
Before you can have your zirconia dental crowns installed, your cosmetic dentist, Dr. Aluning will have you attend an initial consultation. During your initial consultation, your cosmetic dentist will evaluate your oral health with a thorough exam. This will include taking X-rays with the PreXion3D Excelsior CBCT Scanner. She’ll also review your medical history and ask you questions about what you’re hoping for from the treatment.
Once Dr. Aluning has approved you for treatment with dental crowns, she’ll take 3D images and impressions of your teeth using the iTero® Intraoral Scanner. These images will serve as the necessary blueprints that allow your crowns to be fabricated with the fastmill.io. With 3D imaging from iTero, you’ll even be able to see how your custom-made, same-day crowns will look once they’re finished.
The fastmill.io will manufacture your new dental crown, right there in our Carson office while you wait. In less than an hour, your restoration will be ready for installation.
The installation technique will vary based on the treatment you’re receiving. If you’re undergoing implant placement, the crown will be placed over the post after a period of healing. If you’re undergoing treatment with the same-day dental crown by itself, your natural tooth will be shaped into a base. Then, the BruxZir same-day dental crown will be fitted over the tooth by your Carson cosmetic dentist.
The exact cost of your zirconia dental crowns will vary based on a variety of factors including how many crowns you need, whether you’re undergoing additional procedures, and your insurance. Dr. Aluning and the rest of our dental team at Cason Dental Care encourage you to call your provider beforehand and ask them which costs they can cover. If you’re underinsured or uninsured and need help affording your treatment, we’re proud to offer an in-office savings plan to help you save money on your same-day restorations.
Zirconia dental crowns are stronger and more durable than porcelain. However, porcelain more closely resembles the look of natural teeth. Whether you opt for BruxZir zirconia crowns or porcelain dental crowns, cosmetic dentist Dr. Aluning will give you detailed information, so you can make the choice that suits you best.
BruxZir NOW crowns are made from a block of solid zirconia. The fastmill.io™ In-Office Mill will carve the block using Computer Assisted Designing and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology, crafting it into your custom-made restoration. To make their appearance more lifelike, your cosmetic dentist may add a coating of porcelain over the zirconia.
BruxZir NOW zirconia crowns can last as little as five years or as long as 15 years to a lifetime. The longevity of your restoration will depend on your level of oral hygiene and how well you keep up with your dental exams. To preserve your BruxZir NOW crowns make sure to:
At Carson Dental Care, patients in need of restoration and repair can quickly enjoy a beautiful, healthy smile again. Using BruxZir Now same-day zirconia crowns, cosmetic dentist Dr. Aluning can help you achieve the aesthetic and oral health goals you’re craving, in less than a day’s time. Dr. Aluning is proud to offer her expertise in restoring smiles to patients from Carson and surrounding areas such as Torrance, Long Beach, and Signal Hill, CA.
To learn more about fast-acting, versatile BruxZir NOW dental crowns, call our Carson office by dialing (310) 549-5580. You can also fill out and submit the contact form at the bottom of the page and a friendly team member will get back to you shortly.