Conventional crowns will require at least two visits to our dental office. The first involves using a local anesthetic to prepare your tooth. Your dentist will carefully shape the tooth, remove all damaged sections and ensure there is enough room for the new crown. Once the tooth has been fully prepped, a dental impression of it is taken and sent to a dental laboratory so that the crown may be produced to your dentist’s exact specifications and prescription.
Making a dental crown can take up to two weeks because it must be handcrafted by a dental technician. You will need a temporary crown at this period to protect your tooth until your new crown can be fitted at your next appointment.