At Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, we're committed to bringing our patients the most advanced dental solutions available today. One of the revolutionary technologies we're proud to offer is same-day dental crowns—a modern approach that transforms the traditional crown experience into a single, efficient visit. Dr. Charles Schof has been providing this innovative service to our Mandeville patients for over 20 years, perfecting the technique to deliver exceptional results in just 90 minutes.
"Same-day crowns are quite different from traditional crowns," Dr. Schof explains. "It's done in one procedure, 90 minutes, the procedure's finished, you leave with the permanent result."
If you've ever had a traditional crown, you know the process typically involves multiple appointments spread over several weeks. First, there's the preparation appointment where your tooth is shaped, impressions are taken using dental putty (often an uncomfortable experience), and a temporary crown is placed. Then you wait—sometimes for weeks—while a dental laboratory creates your permanent crown. Finally, you return for a second appointment to have the temporary removed and the permanent crown placed.
At Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, we've eliminated this drawn-out process. With our same-day crown technology, we complete every step—from preparation to permanent placement—in a single visit, typically lasting just 60-90 minutes.
What makes this rapid timeline possible? It starts with replacing traditional impression methods with advanced digital technology.
"There's no gooey stuff in a tray that's put in," Dr. Schof notes. "Everything's done with a camera. We take an image."
Instead of the messy putty impressions that often trigger gag reflexes and discomfort, we use a small intraoral camera to capture precise digital images of your tooth. This digital impression is instantaneous, comfortable, and incredibly accurate.
The digital approach offers several advantages:
This advanced imaging technology is just the beginning of what makes same-day crowns special in our Mandeville practice.
When you visit Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence for a same-day crown, your experience will be dramatically different from traditional crown procedures. Here's what you can expect during your appointment:
Your visit begins like most dental procedures—with ensuring your comfort. "Once the anesthesia is given, 10 minutes later we're doing the preparation," explains Dr. Schof.
Dr. Schof will carefully prepare your tooth, removing any damaged portions and shaping it to properly receive the crown. This step is similar to traditional crown preparation but is often completed more efficiently due to our training with the same-day technology.
Rather than using impression material, we use our digital scanner to capture a precise 3D image of your prepared tooth and surrounding teeth. This takes just minutes and is completely comfortable.
This is where the magic happens. "I'm actually the one to design it and custom color it right at the chair," Dr. Schof shares.
Using specific software, Dr. Schof personally designs your crown, considering:
Because Dr. Schof has over 30 years of experience and has been using this technology for more than 20 years, he brings an exceptional level of expertise to each design.
"Twenty minutes into that appointment, we're already milling the crown," notes Dr. Schof.
While you relax in our comfortable office, our in-house milling unit carves your custom crown from a solid block of high-quality ceramic material. This computer-controlled process ensures incredible precision and creates a restoration that's both beautiful and durable.
Before placement, we can make any necessary adjustments to ensure the perfect fit and appearance. "If there's anything that has to change, the color, we wanted a little different, 10 minutes, put it back in the oven, it's corrected," Dr. Schof explains.
This ability to make immediate modifications is a significant advantage over traditional crowns, where any adjustments would require sending the crown back to the lab and scheduling another appointment.
"I would say 60 minutes to 90 minutes, the permanent is glued in, you're free to leave," says Dr. Schof.
Once we've confirmed the crown's fit and appearance, Dr. Schof permanently bonds it to your tooth. You'll leave our Mandeville office with your final restoration in place—no temporary crown, no return visit needed.
Beyond the obvious convenience, same-day crowns offer significant clinical benefits that protect your long-term dental health.
"The benefits of a same-day crown is that it's really protecting a tooth," Dr. Schof emphasizes. "Most of the time when a crown's recommended, it's because there's a very large filling in the tooth, or maybe even the tooth has fractured where part of the large filling remains in the tooth."
In these situations, the tooth is already compromised and requires prompt, definitive protection. Same-day crowns provide this protection immediately, without the waiting period required for traditional crowns.
"The same-day crown, I would say, is less traumatic to the tooth because it's finished in a day, as opposed to wearing a temporary, then having to revisit in a second appointment," notes Dr. Schof.
This immediate protection matters because:
At Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, a significant benefit of our same-day crown process is that Dr. Schof personally designs your restoration.
"The advantage of having a same-day crown—it's done in the office, it's actually done in the office by me," Dr. Schof explains. "I've done this now for 30 years. I'm actually the one to design it and custom color it right at the chair."
This direct involvement by your dentist offers several advantages:
Unlike the traditional process where a laboratory technician who never sees you creates your crown based on impressions, Dr. Schof designs your restoration while you're right there in the chair. This allows for truly personalized care that considers your unique dental anatomy and aesthetic preferences.
The response from our patients in Mandeville and surrounding communities has been overwhelmingly positive. In fact, Dr. Schof notes, "After doing same-day crowns for well over 20 years, patients would never go back to having a traditional crown."
It's not difficult to understand why. Our patients consistently tell us they appreciate:
For busy professionals, parents, and seniors throughout Mandeville, the ability to complete their dental crown in one visit represents a significant improvement in their dental care experience.
As you consider whether a same-day crown might be right for you, here are answers to some questions our Mandeville patients frequently ask:
Yes! The ceramic materials used in our same-day crowns are of the highest quality and provide excellent durability. For most applications, they're just as strong as traditional crowns. Dr. Schof will recommend the appropriate solution based on your specific needs.
Absolutely. The advanced ceramics used in same-day crowns mimic the translucency and color variations of natural teeth. Because Dr. Schof personally designs and colors each crown chairside, he can create a restoration that blends seamlessly with your smile.
While there might be a slight difference in initial cost compared to traditional crowns, many patients find the convenience of a single appointment and elimination of a temporary crown well worth it. Additionally, when you factor in time off work and travel for multiple appointments, same-day crowns can be more economical overall.
Most dental insurance plans cover same-day crowns just as they would traditional crowns, as the coverage is typically based on the restoration type (crown) rather than the method used to create it. Our team at Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence is happy to verify your coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs.
With proper care, your same-day crown can last for many years—comparable to traditional crowns. Regular dental checkups, good oral hygiene, and avoiding habits like chewing ice or using your teeth as tools will help maximize the lifespan of your restoration.
If you're in the Mandeville area and have been told you need a crown, or if you have a large filling that's showing signs of wear, a same-day crown might be the perfect solution. This approach is ideal for patients who:
Dr. Schof has been providing this advanced service for over two decades, combining the efficiency of digital technology with the expertise that comes from 30 years of dental practice. The result is a superior restoration delivered with exceptional care.
At Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, we're proud to offer cutting-edge solutions that make dental care more comfortable, convenient, and effective for our patients. Same-day crowns represent just one way we're working to transform the dental experience from something people dread to something they can complete efficiently with minimal disruption to their lives.
If you need a crown or want to learn more about how same-day crown technology could benefit you, we invite you to contact our Mandeville office at (985) 626-4404. Dr. Schof and our compassionate team are ready to provide you with the personalized, high-quality care that has made us a trusted dental provider in our community.
Experience the difference that advanced technology and genuine care can make in your dental health journey. With same-day crowns at Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, you can restore your smile in just 90 minutes—and get back to your life with a beautiful, durable crown in place.
