At Smiles by the Lake, we can restore many damaged teeth with a custom dental crown in one convenient appointment. After we clean and prepare your tooth, we design, make, and permanently place your new crown right here in our Overland Park office—so you leave the same day with your completed restoration and no temporary crown.
Same Day Crowns
Richard Rhoads, Jr., DDS
General Dentist & Cosmetic Dentist located in Overland Park, KS
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a custom-made covering that fits over the visible portion of a tooth, much like a protective cap. It restores a tooth’s shape, strength, function, and appearance when the natural tooth has been weakened, damaged, or extensively repaired.
Each crown is designed to blend naturally with your smile while helping you bite, chew, and speak comfortably.
When Might I Need a Crown?
Traditional crowns often require two appointments. At the first visit, the tooth is prepared and an impression is taken. You then wear a temporary crown while a dental lab makes the final restoration, returning later for permanent placement.
At Smiles by the Lake, we can make many crowns in-office the same day.
First, Dr. Rhoads removes decay or old, failing material and cleans the tooth. He then carefully shapes the tooth to create a stable foundation for the crown. Using digital technology, we create a precise design for your custom restoration and fabricate it in our office.
Before you leave, Dr. Rhoads checks the fit, bite, and appearance of the crown and permanently bonds it into place. You walk out with your new, finished crown that day—not a temporary.
Benefits of Same-Day Crowns
Same-day crown treatment can offer several advantages:
- One appointment instead of multiple visits
- No temporary crown to manage or worry about
- No need to return weeks later for permanent placement
- A custom, natural-looking restoration made in our office
- Less disruption to your schedule
- The ability to leave with a protected, functional tooth the same day your tooth is cleaned and prepared
What Can I Expect?
Your comfort is a priority throughout treatment. We numb the treatment area before preparing the tooth, and Dr. Rhoads will explain each step along the way.
Most patients can return to normal daily activities after their visit. Once the numbness has worn off, you can use your new crown normally, although we may recommend avoiding very hard or sticky foods for a short time after placement.
With good brushing, flossing, regular dental visits, and routine cleanings, a well-cared-for crown can provide dependable function and a beautiful smile for years.
Schedule a Same-Day Crown Consultation
If you have a cracked tooth, a large filling, tooth pain, or a tooth that may need more protection, contact Smiles by the Lake to schedule an evaluation. Dr. Rhoads can determine whether a same-day crown is appropriate for you and help you restore your smile without the inconvenience of a temporary crown.
The current page explains crowns as caps that restore and protect teeth, but it still describes the conventional two-visit process with a temporary crown—this replacement updates that messaging for your in-office, single-visit workflow.
