About same-day crowns
A crown covers and protects a tooth that is cracked, heavily filled or has had a root canal. We scan your tooth, design the crown on screen and mill it from a single block of high-strength ceramic in our in-house studio while you relax.
Who it's for
- Cracked or broken teeth
- Teeth with large old fillings
- Back teeth after root canal treatment
- Anyone who would rather not wear a temporary crown for two weeks
Benefits
- One visit, no temporary crown
- No goopy impressions: a 2-minute digital scan
- High-strength, tooth-colored ceramic
- Typically lasts 10–15 years with good care
What's included
- Numbing and tooth preparation
- 2-minute digital scan
- Crown designed on screen and milled in our in-house studio (about 30 minutes)
- Polish, fit and bite check, and permanent bonding
What to expect
The visit takes about 2 hours. After numbing the tooth, we shape it, take a 2-minute digital scan, and design and mill your crown in about 30 minutes. It's then polished, checked for fit and bonded in place.
- Treatment time
- About 2 hours, 1 visit
- Number of visits
- 1 visit, about 2 hours
Step by step
- 01
Numbing and tooth preparation
- 02
2-minute digital scan (no impressions)
- 03
Crown designed and milled in-house
- 04
Fit, bite check and permanent bonding
Recovery & aftercare
Your bite may feel slightly different for a day or two. Avoid very sticky foods for 24 hours. Crowns typically last 10–15 years with good care.
- Recovery
- Back to normal the same day; avoid sticky foods for 24 hours
Aftercare tips
- Avoid very sticky foods for 24 hours
- Your bite may feel slightly different for a day or two; call us if it still feels high after that
- Brush and floss around your crown as normal
- Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth
Possible side effects
- The tooth and gum can feel tender for a few days.
- Some cold sensitivity is common at first.
- Occasionally a tooth that needed a crown later needs root canal treatment, especially if the nerve was already inflamed.
Your dentist explains the risks that apply to you before any treatment. Questions afterwards? Call +1 (555) 017-3300; after hours, press 2 for the on-call dentist.
Price, financing & insurance
Price
from $1,150
$1,150 – $1,450 per crown. Standard self-pay fees; you'll get a written estimate before any treatment.
- Same-day ceramic crown
- $1,150 – $1,450
Insurance coverage
Crowns, implants, bridges · typical PPO coverage: preventive 100%, basic 80%, major 50%
Crowns count as major treatment: PPO plans typically cover 50%, up to your annual maximum. We request pre-authorization for major treatment and give you a written estimate first.
Check your plan's coverage0% financing. This treatment qualifies for 0% financing for 12 months, subject to credit approval. For example, $1,150 is $95.83/month for 12 months. Longer plans of 24–60 months are available at fixed rates from 7.9% APR. The application takes about 2 minutes and uses a soft credit check that won't affect your credit score.
Membership plans. Members without insurance save 15% (Essential plan, $29/month) or 20% (Plus plan, $39/month, and Family plan, $99/month for up to 4 people) on treatment fees.
How insurance billing works. We check your benefits before your visit and give you a written estimate before any treatment. You pay your estimated portion at the visit and we file the claim with your insurer. If your plan pays more or less than estimated, we refund or bill the difference within 30 days. We're in-network with 10 PPO plans (BlueHarbor Dental PPO, Summit Dental PPO, Meridian Care PPO, Northstar Smile PPO, Clearwater Dental PPO, Keystone Benefits PPO, Pacific Crest Dental PPO, Lone Oak Employers PPO, Unity Mutual Dental PPO and Evergreen Dental Select PPO) and accept most other PPO plans out-of-network. We don't accept HMO / DHMO dental plans and Medicaid and CHIP dental plans.
How we keep it precise and calm
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Digital X-rays
Up to 80% less radiation than traditional film, with images on screen in seconds.
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Intraoral scanner
No goopy impressions: a small wand captures a 3D model of your teeth in about 2 minutes.
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Same-day crowns
Designed and milled in our in-house studio while you relax. One visit, no temporaries.
Sedation options. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas, $75) takes the edge off and wears off within minutes, so you can drive yourself home. Oral sedation ($250) is a prescribed tablet for longer visits or significant anxiety; you'll need someone to drive you home. We don't offer IV sedation in-house, but can refer you if needed. Our free comfort menu includes noise-cancelling headphones, ceiling screens, weighted blankets, warm neck pillows and lip balm.
Who performs it
At Haven Dental Studio, same-day crowns (treatment HD-T06) is provided by Dr. Daniel Chen (Implant & Restorative Dentist) and Dr. Elena Ruiz (Founder & Lead Dentist).
Dr. Daniel Chen
Implant & Restorative Dentist
Dr. Elena Ruiz
Founder & Lead Dentist
Same-day crowns: your questions
How much does a same-day crown cost?
$1,150–$1,450 per crown. PPO plans typically cover 50% as major treatment, and treatment over $1,000 can be spread over 12 months at 0% APR, subject to approval.
Is a same-day crown really done in one visit?
Yes. The visit takes about 2 hours: we prepare the tooth, scan it, design and mill your crown in about 30 minutes, then bond it in place.
How long do same-day crowns last?
Crowns typically last 10–15 years with good care.
Do I need a crown after a root canal?
Back teeth usually need a crown after a root canal to prevent fracture, and we can often fit a same-day crown.
Will the crown match my other teeth?
Yes. We shade-match the ceramic block to your neighboring teeth and polish the crown so it blends in.
Before your visit
Payment methods
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, HSA and FSA cards, and cash. We don't accept personal checks. Payment is due at the time of service.
Cancellation policy
Please give us at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice and missed appointments incur a $50 fee. We send reminders by text and email 48 hours and 2 hours before your appointment.
New patients
Comprehensive exam with your dentist, full digital X-rays, a standard cleaning and an oral cancer screening (a $394 value at our standard fees). For self-pay new patients aged 14 and over. Not combinable with insurance or membership plans.
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat 9am–3pm. Closed on Sundays. 240 Lakeview Avenue, Suite 3, Austin, TX 78701. Call +1 (555) 017-3300 or email hello@havendental.demo.
This page is general information about same-day crowns and is not a substitute for an in-person examination. Your dentist will recommend what's right for you. Prices are our standard self-pay fees in US dollars.