A dental crown used to mean two appointments, a temporary crown, and a two-week wait for a lab to mill your restoration. At Dentcare Now in Fairfax, Virginia, that process happens in a single visit. We use CEREC in-office milling technology to design, mill, and place a permanent ceramic crown the same day you come in. One appointment, no temporaries, no return visits, no waiting.
Whether you need a crown for a cracked tooth, a tooth that has had a root canal, a worn-down cusp, or a large failing filling, our team can assess and restore it in the same appointment. Walk-ins are welcome and same-day appointments are available seven days a week.
What Is CEREC
CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. It is a CAD/CAM system that combines a digital intraoral scanner, design software, and an in-office milling unit into one seamless workflow. We scan the prepared tooth digitally, design the crown on-screen to match your bite and surrounding teeth precisely, and mill the restoration from a solid ceramic block in approximately 15 minutes. The result is a tooth-colored, custom-fitted permanent crown placed and adjusted in the same visit.
According to published research in the Journal of Dentistry, CEREC restorations demonstrate clinical performance and longevity comparable to conventional lab-fabricated crowns, with the significant added advantage of single-visit delivery.
When You Need a Crown
A crown is recommended when a tooth has lost enough structure that a filling alone cannot adequately protect it. Common situations include a cracked or broken tooth, a tooth with a very large or failing filling, a tooth that has undergone root canal treatment and needs protection, a worn-down tooth from grinding, or a tooth that is severely decayed. A crown covers the entire visible portion of the tooth above the gumline, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance completely.
The CEREC Process at Dentcare Now
Digital Scan
We prepare the tooth under local anesthesia and take a precise digital impression using an intraoral scanner. There is no putty, no trays, and no gagging. The scan takes approximately two minutes and produces a highly accurate 3D model of the prepared tooth and surrounding teeth.
Crown Design
Using the digital model, our team designs the crown on-screen, matching the contours of your natural bite and the shape of adjacent teeth. The fit and occlusion are verified digitally before milling begins.
In-Office Milling
The crown is milled from a solid block of dental ceramic in our in-office CEREC unit. Milling takes approximately 15 minutes. The ceramic is matched to the shade of your natural teeth for a result that is virtually indistinguishable from the surrounding dentition.
Placement and Adjustment
The crown is tried in, adjusted for fit and bite, and bonded permanently to the tooth in the same appointment. You leave with a finished, permanent restoration the same day.
Why Choose Dentcare Now for a Same-Day Crown in Fairfax, VA
Dentcare Now has been Fairfax most established emergency and restorative dental provider for years. Our CEREC technology eliminates the inconvenience of multiple appointments and the risk of a temporary crown breaking or coming loose between visits. We are open every day of the year, accept most major insurance plans, and offer financing through CareCredit, Cherry, Affirm, Sunbit, LendingClub, and Alphaeon. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Book a same-day appointment or walk in to Dentcare Now in Fairfax, VA today.