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You\u2019ve likely grown up listening to your parents and\nlocal dentist explain why it is important to maintain good oral hygiene.\nPreventive care is key to lowering your risk for cavities, gum disease, bad\nbreath, and other common problems. Unfortunately, genetics, a dental emergency,\nand frequent lapses in brushing and flossing can lead to weakened and damaged\nteeth that require restorative treatment. One of the most popular and newly\nadvanced solutions is same-day crowns<\/a>.\nInstead of waiting weeks for a permanent prosthetic, you can now see a fully\nrestored smile in just one visit to the dentist\u2019s office. Read on to learn more\nabout the creation process and how you can extend the life of your customized\nrestoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Preventive Care is Key: How to Avoid a Crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental crowns are designed for individuals in need of added\nprotection for decayed or damaged teeth. Also known as \u201ccaps,\u201d they are\ncustomized to fit over the tooth and safeguard its structural integrity. Viewed\nas a safe and reliable restorative solution, your dentist is fully capable of\nplacing these artificial teeth but is more interested in helping you avoid the\npossibility of needing one in the first place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to keep your natural teeth healthy and free of\nrestorative work, preventive care is key. From practicing good oral habits at\nhome to receiving bi-annual dental checkups and cleanings, you and your dentist\ncan work together to ensure a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. You might\neven consider embracing fluoride treatments and\/or mouthguards should you\nsuffer from bruxism to ensure your enamel remains strong and better protected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Problems Arise: Same-Day Crowns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if you are diligent in your oral hygiene routine and\nregularly see your dentist twice a year, problems can still arise that may be\nout of your control. Should this happen, your dentist has a solution \u2013 same-day\ncrowns. These revolutionary restorations make it possible to skip the temporary\nprosthetic and instead, receive your permanent, finalized crown while you wait.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Using CEREC (Chairside Economical Restorative Esthetic Ceramics)\ntechnology and CAD\/CAM software, your dentist can clean and prep your weakened\ntooth before using a handheld device to scan your tooth. Creating a 3D model on\na nearby screen, a dental professional will make necessary adjustments before sending\nthe image to the CEREC in-house milling unit. Inserting a piece of durable 100%\nwhite dental porcelain, the machine will create your new crown. Once completed,\nyour dentist will bond the restoration over your tooth, ensuring it blends in\nbeautifully with the rest of your smile.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Within a few hours, you will have a fully restored smile\nthat is functional, looks natural, and is healthier than when you arrived. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Extending the Life of Your Smile: Ways to Care for Your Crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since a dental crown is an investment in time and money, you\u2019ll\nwant to extend its life as much as possible. To do this, you can follow these\nsteps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n