At Carolina Dental Center, we are more than just a dental office. We are the family dentist Murrells Inlet families have trusted for compassionate, high-quality care since 1998.
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A new crown in a single visit
A damaged tooth doesn't have to mean weeks of waiting, a temporary that falls off, or a second trip back. At Carolina Dental Center, we design, make, and place your permanent crown in one appointment, using digital scanning and our in-office mill. You walk out the same day with the real thing.
The old way of getting a crown is a hassle
If you've had a crown done before, you know the routine. A traditional crown usually means:
- Two or more appointments spread across several weeks
- A goopy impression tray you have to bite into and hold still
- A temporary crown that can feel off, come loose, or break
- Waiting on an outside lab before your tooth is finally finished
It works, but it's a lot of waiting and a lot of back-and-forth for one tooth.
How same-day crowns work
Every case is a little different, but the path generally looks like this:
Digital scan
We take a precise 3D scan of your tooth with a digital scanner. No impression tray, no goop.
In-office design
Using CAD/CAM technology, Dr. Hojnowski designs your crown right here, matched to the shape and shade of your natural teeth.
Milling
Our in-office mill carves your crown, veneer, inlay, or onlay from a solid block of durable glass ceramic, zirconia, or hybrid resin materials.
Same-day placement
We fit, adjust, and bond your new crown that same appointment, so you leave with a finished tooth.
The Technology Behind It
Same-day crowns are possible because of two pieces of modern technology working together: a digital intraoral scanner that captures your tooth without messy impressions, and an in-office milling unit that fabricates the crown on-site. That means no outside lab, no shipping delays, and the ability to fine-tune the fit on the spot.
Why patients love them
A practice that runs on your best interest, not a quota
One visit, not three
Start and finish in a single appointment.
No temporaries
No loose or uncomfortable temporary crown to manage.
A natural look
Ceramic crowns are color-matched to blend in with your smile.
No goopy impressions
Just a quick, comfortable digital scan.
A precise fit
Digital design means an accurate, natural-feeling result.
Real Results From Real Patients
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After
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Same-Day Crowns Questions
Are same-day crowns as strong as traditional crowns?
Yes. They're milled from a solid block of high-quality ceramic, making them durable and long-lasting when cared for properly.
Do they look natural?
They do. The ceramic is matched to the shade of your surrounding teeth, so your crown blends right in.
How long does the appointment take?
Plan for a single, longer visit rather than multiple short ones. We'll give you a clear time estimate when you schedule.
Is the process comfortable?
Very. The digital scan replaces the old impression tray, and we're known for gentle, nearly painless injections.
Is the process comfortable?
Very. The digital scan replaces the old impression tray, and we're known for gentle, nearly painless injections.
Will my insurance cover it?
Most dental plans cover crowns the same way regardless of how they're made. We'll review your benefits with you before treatment.
Got Tooth That Needs Attention?
Don't wait until a small problem becomes a big one. Schedule your visit and find out if a same-day crown is right for you.