Same-Day CEREC® Crowns
in New Smyrna Beach, FL

A crown used to mean two appointments, a temporary crown, and weeks of waiting. With CEREC® technology, Atlantic Family Dentistry creates custom crowns, inlays, and onlays in about an hour.

Call (386) 426-2191 to find out if a same-day crown is right for you!

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What Is CEREC®?

CEREC® is an in-office system that lets us scan, design, and make your restoration while you wait. Instead of sending impressions to an outside lab, we mill your crown from a solid block of tooth-colored ceramic right here in our office.

Some of the same-day restorations we offer include:

• Crowns: A cap that covers and protects a damaged tooth
• Inlays: A custom filling that fits inside the grooves of a back tooth
• Onlays: A partial crown that covers one or more cusps of a tooth

All are all-white, metal-free, and made to match your natural teeth.

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Is a Same-Day Crown Right for You?

A CEREC® restoration may be a good fit if you have:

• A cracked or broken tooth
• A cavity too large for a regular filling
• An old filling that's worn, cracked, or failing
• A tooth that needs protection after a root canal
• An old crown that needs replacing

Dr. Mitchell or Dr. Yassa will examine your tooth and let you know if CEREC® is the best option.

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How It Works

1. Prepare the tooth: We numb the area and remove the damaged structure.
2. Scan: A small camera takes a digital 3D image, with no messy impression putty.
3. Design: Your dentist designs your restoration on screen to fit your bite.
4. Mill: The CEREC® unit carves your crown from a ceramic block.
5. Place: We check the fit and color, then bond it in place.

You leave with your permanent restoration the same day.

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Caring for Your Same-Day Crown

• Brush twice a day and floss daily, just like your natural teeth
• Avoid chewing ice or hard objects
• Wear a night guard if you grind your teeth
• Keep your regular checkups so we can monitor the crown

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Payment and Insurance

Dental insurance often covers crowns the same way, whether they're made in a lab or same-day. We'll help you understand your benefits before treatment.

• We file claims electronically and accept assignment of benefits
• We accept cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express
• CareCredit® financing is available for qualified applicants

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*Subject to credit approval—minimum monthly payments required. Visit www.carecredit.com for details.

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In Pain or Dealing with a Broken Tooth?

If you have severe pain, swelling, or a tooth that was just broken or knocked out, visit our emergency dental care page or call us right away.

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Serving New Smyrna Beach and Southeast Volusia County

Our office is at 611 S. Dixie Freeway in New Smyrna Beach. Patients come to us from New Smyrna Beach, Edgewater, Oak Hill, and Port Orange for same-day crowns.

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Your Same-Day Crown Dentists

A crown made in about an hour still needs an expert eye. Our dentists combine years of restorative experience with a focus on crowns that look and feel like your own teeth.

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Dr. Mitchell: Restorative Experience Since 1996

Scottish-born Dr. Mitchell has spent nearly three decades restoring damaged teeth, from simple crowns to full smile rebuilds.

What he brings to your crown:

• Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, with an eye for natural-looking results
• Advanced training in dental implants for teeth that can't be saved
• Ongoing advanced study through Spear Education
• Sedation training for patients who feel anxious in the chair
• Teaches future dental professionals at Daytona State College

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Dr. Tony Yassa: Personal Care Close to Home

Dr. Yassa grew up in Volusia County and has spent most of his life in the New Smyrna Beach area. He treats every patient like a neighbor, because many of them are.

What he brings to your crown:

• Background in biomedical sciences from the University of South Florida
• Dental training from the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
• A patient-first approach built on compassion, respect, and empathy
• Clear explanations, so you understand your options before treatment starts

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FAQs About Same-Day Crowns in New Smyrna Beach, FL

How long does a same-day crown take?

We create CEREC® crowns, inlays, and onlays in about an hour, so you get your finished restoration in a single visit.

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Is a same-day crown as strong as a traditional crown?

Yes. CEREC® crowns are made from durable ceramic and are designed to last many years with good care.

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Do CEREC® crowns look natural?

Yes. They're all white and metal-free, and we match the shade to your surrounding teeth.

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Does getting a same-day crown hurt?

We numb the tooth before we start, so most patients feel little more than pressure. Some mild sensitivity afterward is normal.

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Will my insurance cover a same-day crown?

Many plans cover crowns regardless of how they're made. We'll check your benefits and explain any costs before we begin.

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Can I get a same-day crown if I break a tooth today?

Often, yes. Call us first so we can see you as soon as possible. For pain or swelling, visit our emergency dental care page.

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Is every tooth a candidate for CEREC®?

Most are, but not all. Your dentist will recommend the best option after examining your tooth.