29 September 2025
A dental crown, or "cap," is one of the most common and effective ways to restore a tooth that is badly damaged, decayed, or cracked. A crown covers the entire visible portion of your tooth, acting like a strong, protective helmet that brings back the tooth's original shape, size, and function.
If you need a dental crown in Lakewood, CO, you have two choices: the traditional, multi-week process or the modern, one-visit solution. At Raines Over the Rockies Family Dentistry, we are proud to offer advanced Same-Day CEREC Crowns.
Why Would I Need a Dental Crown?
Your dentist may recommend a crown to:
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Protect a weak tooth from breaking (often from a large filling)
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Restore a tooth that is already broken, cracked, or severely worn down
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Cover and support a tooth after a root canal procedure
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Hold a dental bridge in place
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Cover a dental implant
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Improve the appearance of a misshapen or badly discolored tooth
The Old Way vs. The Same-Day Way H3: The Traditional 2-Visit Process
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Visit 1: The dentist prepares your tooth, takes messy putty impressions, and places a fragile temporary crown. You wear this temporarily for 2-3 weeks while an outside lab makes your permanent one.
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Visit 2: You return, get numbed again, and have your final crown fitted and cemented.
The Same-Day CEREC Crown Process (Our Way)
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One Visit: You come to our Lakewood office. We gently prepare your tooth.
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Digital Scan: We use a comfortable, high-tech camera to take a precise 3D digital scan of your tooth. No goopy, gag-inducing impression trays!
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In-House Design & Milling: We use this 3D model to design your crown on a computer right in front of you. This design is sent to our in-office milling machine, which carves your custom crown from a block of high-quality, tooth-colored porcelain.
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Permanent Placement: We bond your new, permanent crown in place.
You walk out of our office a couple of hours later with your final, permanent dental crown. No temporary, no follow-up visit. The Clear Benefits of a Same-Day Crown
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Saves Time: Your entire restoration is complete in one appointment.
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More Comfortable: You skip the goopy impressions and the unreliable temporary crown.
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Better Fit: Digital scans are more accurate than putty, resulting in a perfectly fitting crown.
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Beautiful Results: The porcelain is durable and long-lasting, and it matches your natural teeth to blend seamlessly.
Don't wait weeks for your smile to be whole. If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, ask us about a dental crown in Lakewood, CO, in just one visit.
Learn more about our advanced Same-Day Crowns and Veneers and call (303) 988-7800 to book your appointment!
