Same-Day Crowns in Flower Mound, TX
Dr. Joshua Prentice offers same-day crowns in Flower Mound, TX, using advanced Glidewell.io technology with 3 in-house milling units. Patients from Flower Mound, Lantana, Highland Village, and Lewisville get permanent crowns in one visit—no temporaries, no second appointment. Call (972) 539-6831) to schedule your same-day crown appointment.
Tired of temporary crowns breaking? Dr. Prentice has invested in multiple in-house milling units—meaning you walk out with your permanent crown the same day. No messy impressions. No flimsy temporaries. No second appointment. Just beautiful, durable, perfectly-fitted crowns in one visit.
When You Need a Same-Day Crown
Same-day crowns are the ideal solution when you need a permanent restoration but can't afford multiple appointments, temporary crown hassles, or extended wait times. Consider same-day crowns if:
If any of these resonate, same-day crowns with Dr. Prentice can save you time, discomfort, and multiple visits.
Why Same-Day Crowns Eliminate Common Frustrations
Traditional crowns create unnecessary headaches. Same-day crowns solve them all.
❌ Traditional Crown Process
- 1.First visit: Tooth prepared, temporary crown placed (fragile, uncomfortable)
- 2.1-2 week wait with dietary restrictions and sensitivity
- 3.Risk of temporary breaking or falling off
- 4.Second visit: Re-numbing, temporary removal, permanent crown placement
✅ Same-Day Crown Process
- 1.Single visit: Digital scan, design, milling, and placement (2-3 hours)
- 2.No temporaries that can break
- 3.No repeat numbing or second appointment
- 4.Leave with permanent restoration the same day
This matters if you:
- Have a busy schedule and can't return for multiple appointments
- Experience dental anxiety and want to minimize visits
- Have had temporary crowns break or fall off previously
- Want final restoration strength and aesthetics immediately
Dr. Prentice invested in multiple Glidewell.IO milling units, allowing him to design, fabricate, and permanently place your crown in a single visit—usually in about 90 minutes. No goop impressions. No temporary headaches. No follow-up appointment. Just a beautiful, permanent crown today. Learn more about our restorative dentistry services or explore digital diagnostic technology that makes same-day precision possible. For complex smile rehabilitation, see our full-mouth reconstruction approach.
How Do Same-Day Crowns Work?
Same-day crowns (also called CEREC crowns, single-visit crowns, or chair-side fabricated crowns) use CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing) technology to eliminate the traditional lab process. Dr. Prentice digitally scans your tooth with our iTero scanner, designs your crown on-screen with microscopic precision, and sends the design to one of our in-house Glidewell.IO milling units. Within 15-35 minutes, your permanent crown is milled from a solid block of high-strength ceramic—then polished, stained to match your natural teeth, and bonded permanently in place.
Same-Day vs Traditional Crowns: Which Is Right for You?
| Factor | Same-Day (In-Office) | Traditional (Lab) |
|---|---|---|
| Appointments | 1 visit (2-3 hours) | 2 visits (2-3 weeks apart) |
| Temporaries | None required | Yes (can break, cause sensitivity) |
| Materials | Zirconia, lithium disilicate, hybrid ceramic | Zirconia, porcelain-fused-metal, gold, lithium disilicate |
| Strength | Excellent (equivalent to lab) | Excellent |
| Esthetics | Excellent (same materials) | Excellent |
| Best For | Busy schedules, dental anxiety, convenience, avoiding temporary issues | Complex shade matching, specialized lab techniques, gold restorations |
| Cost | Comparable to traditional | Comparable to same-day |
Dr. Prentice's Recommendation: For most single crowns, same-day provides equivalent quality with significant convenience advantages—eliminating the frustration of broken temporaries and multiple appointments. Complex cases requiring specialized lab techniques may benefit from traditional approach, though we complete the majority of crowns same-day using advanced Glidewell.io technology.
The Same-Day Crown Process
1. Digital Scanning
We use our iTero scanner to create a precise 3D image of your tooth—no messy impressions needed.
2. Custom Design
Dr. Prentice designs your crown digitally, ensuring perfect fit, function, and aesthetics.
3. In-Office Milling
Your crown is milled from a solid block of high-quality ceramic in about 15-35 minutes.
4. Final Placement
The crown is polished, stained to match your natural teeth, and permanently bonded in place.
Behind the Scenes: In-Office Milling Technology
Dr. Prentice uses advanced Glidewell.io Fastmill technology to fabricate your crown right here in our office. Watch the precision process from loading the Bruxzir NOW crown block to the finished restoration.
Loading the Mill
Dr. Prentice carefully loads a Bruxzir NOW crown block into the Glidewell.io Fastmill. These high-strength zirconia blocks ensure your crown is durable, aesthetic, and precisely milled to your exact specifications.
The Finished Crown
Within 15-35 minutes, Dr. Prentice retrieves your perfectly milled crown—ready for final staining, polishing, and permanent placement. No waiting weeks for a lab. Your permanent restoration is created right here, today.
Benefits of Glidewell.io Same-Day Crowns
- Complete in one appointment—no temporaries
- No second visit required
- Perfect fit using digital precision
- Natural-looking ceramic material
- Stronger and more durable than traditional crowns
- Less tooth preparation required
- Immediate results
Who Needs a Dental Crown?
Crowns restore strength and appearance to teeth that are:
- Severely decayed or damaged teeth
- Cracked or fractured teeth
- Weakened after root canal treatment
- Badly worn down teeth
- Discolored or misshapen teeth
Why Choose Prentice Dental for Same-Day Crowns?
Experience that matters: Dr. Prentice has fabricated thousands of same-day crowns over 15+ years and teaches other dentists Glidewell.io technology nationally. Multiple milling units: Redundancy ensures your crown gets made right, on time, every time. Precision over speed: We take whatever time is needed to get your crown perfect.