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Cracked, broken or weak teeth often need extensive dental work to remedy, but an EFD same-day dental crown can reinforce these teeth without having to wait weeks to receive your restoration. An EFD dental crown is designed, milled out and inserted during one dental visit, which not only saves you time but fixes your oral health issues in one day. This type of dental crown mirrors the shape, color, size and strength of a natural tooth and can last for years when taken care of. Find out how an EFD same-day dental crown is created and what to expect when having one placed with this guide!
How An EFD Same-Day Crown Works
When it comes to tooth restorations, dental crowns are one of the most effective ways to improve the look and function of your smile. Dental crowns are often placed to protect a tooth weakened by decay, restore a broken tooth, cover a dental implant, enclose a tooth treated with a root canal, improve the look of stained or misshapen teeth and hold a dental bridge in position. While dental crowns are effective at treating these oral health problems, they unfortunately take multiple visits to place and are very time consuming. However, that’s no longer the case with EFD same-day crowns that can be scanned, designed, milled and placed in just one dental visit-talk about amazing! Using one of the most advanced restorative dental systems available, your crown will be created and fitted to the exact size and shape of your former tooth, and nobody will ever know the difference. An EFD crown mimics the size, shape and color of your original tooth and is oftentimes even stronger than what your tooth used to be at its former glory. Additionally, since the EFD crown is made the same day that it’s inserted, that means that there’ll be no messy silicone molds, no temporary crown placements, no waiting for the laboratory to create your crown and no need to come in for extra visits. With an EFD same-day crown, you’ll be able to get the restoration that you need quicker and easier than any other restorative treatment out there. You’ll be able to smile more confidently and be happier about your appearance in just one day!
What To Expect When Having An EFD Crown Placed
With a name like EFD same-day crown, you might assume that the process is complicated and messy to perform. However, it’s actually a simpler process than what a traditional dental crown entails. EFD same-day crowns use CAD/CAM (computer-aided design/computer-aided machine) technology to scan your mouth and teeth for exact measurements. These scans customize your EFD crown to your specific measurements so that when the crown is milled out, it’ll fit perfectly. Just like most dental procedures, your teeth and gums will be numbed to create a more comfortable experience for you. The dentist will then file and reshape your tooth in preparation for the future crown that will be placed there. Using CAD/CAM technology, your scans will be created and then submitted for milling and fabrication by the milling machine. All you have to do is sit peacefully in the dental chair while this process does everything on its own, and once the crown is completed, it will be examined for correct comfort, color and fit before being bonded to your tooth. All of this is done in one dental visit, and by the end of it, you’ll be leaving the office with a healthier and more confident smile.
Dental Tips For Taking Care of Your Crown
While an EFD same-day crown is made of strong materials that can last for years before replacement, they can still degrade due to poor eating habits and injury. Additionally, these dental crowns can’t deteriorate from decay but the gumline surrounding the crown can decay from plaque buildup. That’s why is so important to brush and floss your teeth each day, including your EFD crown. Your dentist may prescribe you a fluoride toothpaste to combat this problem and prevent decay from occurring in the first place. Additionally, if the crown is injured or broken, bacteria can creep in and attach itself to your tooth, causing tooth decay and other nasty oral health problems. By brushing and flossing each day and regularly examining your crown for signs of damage, you’ll be able to avoid the majority of problems that are associated with dental crowns. Crowns, just like teeth, can also chip over time, which usually occurs when chewing on hard foods and candies. Try to avoid chewing on ice, popcorn kernels, lollipops, nuts and bread with tough crust, as they are known to chip both teeth and dental crowns alike. You should regularly meet with your dentist after an EFD same-day crown is placed so that he/she can ensure that it fits properly, there is no damage and that it sits comfortably in your mouth when eating and speaking. These dental checkups will also safeguard your teeth from decay as the dentist will be able to deep clean your teeth and maintain the health and strength of your bones and gums.
Create A New Smile With Our Help!
At Family & Cosmetic Dentistry of the Rockies, we use CAD/CAM technology to create an individualized EFD same-day crown for your oral health needs. Whether you have a broken tooth or want to fix deep staining or discoloration, we can help! There’s no need to wait anymore for the restorative treatment that you need. Call our office at (970) 267-0993 to schedule a consultation and get the smile that you deserve!
