How it works
With computer-assisted design and an in-house manufacturing system, many treatments that once needed several visits can be finished in one. We make restorations in the office instead of sending them to a lab and waiting for them to come back. Same-day care is not the same as emergency care. Many same-day procedures are planned weeks ahead, and the team can prepare before you arrive.
What can be done in one day
- Replacing a crown or veneer. Crowns and veneers are designed to last about five to 15 years, but they can chip, break or fall out, for example from biting down hard or chewing non-food objects. Making the replacement in the office means a repaired smile within hours instead of weeks.
- Tooth replacement. Replacing a tooth normally takes weeks to months. With same-day implants, the implant is placed right after the damaged tooth is removed, skipping the wait for the site to heal. Not every patient qualifies.
- Teeth whitening. Take-home products can take weeks and contain a lower concentration of whitening agent. In-office whitening uses stronger agents, often with a laser or curing light to activate a peroxide gel, and can lift stains in about an hour. A fluoride treatment can reduce sensitivity.
- Dental bonding. Tooth-colored resin hides chips and imperfections and protects the tooth. It is conservative and needs no lab, so it is usually done in one visit.
Learn more about crowns, bonding, implants and whitening, and about the technology we use.
When it may not be possible
Not every procedure fits in one day. If you have extensive dental problems, treatment may happen in stages. Sometimes your mouth needs time to heal between steps, or we need to prepare it first, for example by removing plaque or treating gum disease. Your safety comes first, and rushing could put your oral health at risk. We will tell you whether same-day treatment is right for you.
Follow-up
After a same-day procedure, we may ask you to come back. At that visit, we check your results, ask about symptoms and comfort, and make sure you are satisfied.
To find out whether you qualify for same-day treatment, call (781) 289-3331.
Common questions
What is same-day dentistry?
Treatment completed in a single visit, using advanced techniques and technology. It can shorten time in the chair and help you plan your budget.
Is it the same as emergency dentistry?
No. Same-day procedures are often scheduled in advance. In an emergency, problems appear without warning, and treatment may need follow-up visits.
Which procedures are available?
Fixing or replacing a crown, bonding, veneers, implants and whitening may be possible in one visit. Call us to ask about your situation.
What if I need more than one visit?
Some patients do not qualify. We may treat in stages to avoid complications.
Is there follow-up care?
Possibly a short visit afterward so we can check your results and how you feel.