Restore a Worn or Damaged Tooth with Same-Day CEREC Dental Crowns
A cracked, weakened, or heavily restored tooth does not always have to come out. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, Drs. Stephen Dankworth, Kimberly Corrigan-Dankworth, and Piper Dankworth place dental crowns that protect damaged teeth, relieve pain, and hold up to everyday use. Patients from Oceanside, Vista, Fallbrook, and the surrounding area have trusted our practice for this work for years.
Learn more about our dental crowns options in Oceanside, including CEREC same-day crowns that are molded and placed in the same day, then schedule your appointment with us in Oceanside by calling (760) 439-3400 or request your appointment online.
What Is a Dental Crown?
A dental crown is a custom-fitted cap that covers the visible portion of a tooth above the gumline. It brings the tooth back to its original shape and size while adding a durable outer layer that protects what remains underneath. You can eat, brush, floss, and speak as normal — the crown is adjusted to fit your bite and blend with your surrounding teeth.
Most patients at our Oceanside office choose between two materials. Porcelain and all-ceramic crowns closely match the natural color and translucency of your teeth and are the most popular choice for anything visible when you smile. Zirconia is the stronger option, often used on back teeth that take the most chewing force, while still looking natural. Our doctors will look at your tooth, your bite, and your goals and tell you which one makes sense.
For most patients, we can design and place a permanent ceramic crown the same day using our CEREC technology — no temporary, no second visit, no waiting.
What to Expect During Crown Placement
For most patients, a crown at our Oceanside office is done in a single appointment. We use CEREC in-office milling technology to design and fabricate your permanent ceramic crown the same day. That means no impressions sent to an outside lab, no temporary crown, no return visit to finish the job. You leave with your full restoration.
At your appointment, the tooth is numbed and prepared, we take a digital scan, and the crown is milled and placed the same day. In cases where a lab-fabricated crown is the better fit for your situation, we will walk you through what that process looks like and what to expect between visits.
After placement, avoid hard or sticky foods for about 24 hours. Mild soreness in the area is normal and typically fades within a week. If your bite feels off in the days after, call us and we will get you in quickly to adjust it.
Why Patients Choose Oceanside Dental Excellence for Dental Crowns
Oceanside Dental Excellence has been placing dental crowns for patients throughout San Diego’s North County for years. A few things that stand out about how we work:
- Kois-trained dentists: Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Corrigan-Dankworth trained at the Kois Center in Seattle, one of the most respected postgraduate programs in dentistry. That training shapes how they evaluate each case and plan each restoration.
- In-house technology: We use digital imaging and advanced diagnostic tools at our Oceanside office, which means we can assess your tooth thoroughly before recommending a crown — and avoid unnecessary treatment when the tooth does not need one.
- Focused on Wellness: We treat patients to foster good health in the whole body – not just the teeth. We educate and treat patients with a full-body wellness-based philosophy.
- CEREC same-day crowns: For patients who qualify, CEREC crowns allow us to create, shape, and adjust your crown in just one visit.
- Sedation available: If dental work causes anxiety, we offer oral sedation and other comfort options. Let us know and we will plan around that.
“I looked for a long time to find the right dentist and I made the right choice when I found Dr. Dankworth. The entire team gave me unsurpassed care. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I also chose Oceanside Dental Excellence because of all the newest technology and their incredible relationship with an outstanding porcelain lab. I deserved a “Million Dollar Smile” and I got it. I love my smile.”
