Generally, the process is completed in two stages. The first stage, or initial session, involves preparing the tooth for the crown. This may include removing any existing decay, restoring the tooth with filling material, and reducing its size all around to make space for the crown. We then digitally scan the tooth and the surrounding teeth and send the data to a dental lab to have the crown fabricated. A temporary crown is placed over the tooth and secured with temporary cement.
The second stage takes place once the final crown is ready. We remove the temporary crown, clean the tooth, and cement the permanent crown in place. At this stage, we ensure the crown fits properly, the margins are sealed, the contact with adjacent teeth is tight, and the bite is correct.
Some dentists use in-house crown-making machines to complete the process in a single day. However, we choose not to do this. We prefer to have crowns made by a dental lab, as they specialize in this work and often achieve better results. Our approach is to focus on what we do best and allow the lab to do what they do best.