In Mission Viejo a dental crown won't cost you extra time

Crowns have long been among the most commonly performed dental procedures. They have stood the test of time, and remain a crucial part of dentistry today. Although now we have alternatives that are more conservative in certain situations, a dental crown is often the only way to save a tooth. Traditionally, that meant saving your tooth at the cost of multiple appointments, and several weeks of waiting. Drs. Alex and Nina Basti have a better solution for residents of Mission Viejo and surrounding communities.

Thanks to CEREC chairside milling, you can enjoy the benefits of same day dentistry. How does it work? The process is very similar to placing a traditional crown, except it is expedited. Your doctor will prepare the tooth by removing all decay, and carefully shaping it for maximum retention. You will need to have impressions, but they do not involve an uncomfortable tray or messy impression putty. Instead, we use a digital impression system, which essentially scans your mouth, creating three-dimensional images.

Rather than sending your impressions to a laboratory, which takes several weeks, we send them to the CEREC machine, right here in our office! It carves your new crown from a block of quality porcelain. There are several types available; we will select the best one for optimal ascetics and functionality, and match the coloring to your other teeth.

In a matter of minutes, your crown will be ready to place. We will check the fit and appearance before permanently bonding it in place. With our doctors’ exceptional skills, and CEREC’s precision accuracy, there is little chance of a problem. However, if the crown is not perfect, we can fix it or make a new one immediately. There is no waiting for laboratory alterations, and not extra appointments. When you and the doctor are happy with your crown, it will be permanently bonded to your tooth.

You can walk in our office with a cracked or decayed tooth, and walk out a couple of hours later with a beautiful, healthy smile. That is what happens when you put cutting-edge technology in the hands of premier dental professionals! Call 949-427-2096 today and schedule an appointment for the most dazzling – and convenient – smile in Mission Viejo!