Wondering how long it takes to put a crown on a tooth? Here’s a quick guide:
- Initial Visit: During the first appointment, the dentist will examine and prepare your tooth. This typically takes about 60-90 minutes.
- Impressions and Temporary Crown: Impressions of your teeth are taken, and a temporary crown is placed. Expect this process to take an additional 15-30 minutes.
- Lab Work: The permanent crown is crafted in a dental lab, which usually requires 2-3 weeks.
- Final Appointment: During the second visit, the temporary crown is removed, and the permanent one is fitted and cemented. This final step takes roughly 30-60 minutes.
In summary, it generally takes between 2 to 3 weeks to complete the entire process of placing a crown on a tooth, with around 2 hours of in-office time spread over two appointments.