Same-Day Dental Crowns
In Oakland
What are same-day crowns?
We use state-of-the-art CEREC technology to scan, design, and craft beautiful ceramic restorations—right here in our office. In many cases, we can complete the entire process in just one visit using durable, natural-looking Emax porcelain. For more complex cases, we now also offer in-house Zirconia restorations, which allow for even greater strength and precision with a shorter turnaround time than traditional lab-made crowns. Either way, you’ll get a custom, high-quality result.
The benefits of same-day crowns
Save time with one appointment
We complete the entire crown process in a single visit, so you can avoid multiple appointments and skip temporary crowns altogether.
Precision and comfort
Digital scans replace old-school impressions for a more comfortable experience and highly accurate results.
Natural-looking results
We use high-quality ceramic materials that match the shade and shape of your surrounding teeth, blending in beautifully with your smile.
The same-day crown process
Step 1
Prep and scan
We begin by preparing the tooth—removing any decay or damage and shaping it for your new crown. Then, we take a digital scan using our intraoral scanner—no messy impressions needed. This creates a precise 3D model of your tooth for a perfect fit.
Step 2
Custom design
Using CEREC software, we digitally design your crown to fit your bite and match your smile. You can even preview how it will look!
Step 3
Crafted and finished in-office
Your custom crown is milled in about 15–20 minutes, then baked and polished for strength and a natural look. The entire crown fabrication process takes around 30–45 minutes—so you can leave with a durable, beautiful crown the same day.
Step 4
Placement and polish
We’ll bond the crown in place and make any final adjustments for comfort and appearance—then you’re good to go, all in one day.
Real Patients, Real Results
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Our same-day crowns are milled from high-quality ceramic materials that offer excellent durability and esthetics. With proper care, they can last many years—just like traditional lab-made crowns.
It is! Most same-day crown appointments take about two hours total. You’ll leave with your permanent crown in place—no temporary needed and no second appointment required.
Absolutely. We custom-match the color and shape of your crown to blend seamlessly with your smile. Most patients can’t tell the difference between their natural teeth and the new crown.