Natural Smiles Dentistry
Same-Day Crowns in Chandler, AZ
Dr. Suneeta Annamareddy · CEREC crowns designed, milled & placed in one visit
One appointment. No temporary crown, no second numbing, no second trip back across Chandler. We scan, design, mill, and bond a custom ceramic crown in about two hours — so a cracked or worn tooth is fixed before you leave.
In and out in one visit · See how CEREC works ↓
Scan, design, mill & bond in a single ~2-hour appointment
Skip the temporary crown and the second numbing
Tooth-colored e.max & zirconia — strong and natural-looking
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What one visit can fix
When a same-day crown is the right call
CEREC isn't only for emergencies — it's the everyday way we restore teeth that need full coverage, without the two-week lab wait. Here's what we routinely handle in a single visit at our Chandler office.
Cracked or broken molar
For: A tooth that chipped, cracked, or lost a large filling
A full ceramic crown caps and protects the tooth in one visit — before a small crack turns into a root canal or an extraction.
Crown after a root canal
For: A tooth that just had — or needs — a root canal
Root-canal-treated teeth get brittle and need a crown to survive. We can do the crown the same day so the tooth is sealed and protected right away.
Replacing an old crown
For: An aging, leaking, or dark-margined crown
Swap a worn metal-edged or discolored crown for a tooth-colored ceramic one in a single appointment — no weeks in a temporary.
Onlays & inlays
For: A large cavity too big for a filling, too small for a full crown
A milled ceramic onlay restores the tooth conservatively, keeping more of your natural structure than a full crown would.
Worn-down bite
For: Teeth flattened by years of grinding
Rebuild worn back teeth to restore height and function. Often paired with a nightguard to protect the new crowns.
When a lab crown is better
For: Complex front-tooth esthetics or heavy bites
We'll say so honestly. For certain highly esthetic or complex cases a lab-layered crown wins — convenience never trumps the right result.
The same-day visit, step by step
From cracked tooth to finished crown in about two hours
No goopy impressions, no temporary that pops off over the weekend, no second appointment two weeks later. Here's the whole process.
- 1 Digital scan. A quick 3D scan of the tooth — no impression putty.
- 2 Design on screen. Dr. Annamareddy designs the crown to match your bite and neighboring teeth.
- 3 Mill it here. Our in-office mill carves the crown from a solid ceramic block while you relax — about 15 minutes.
- 4 Bond & go. We fit, polish, and bond the final crown the same visit. You leave with a finished tooth.
- How long is the appointment?
- About two hours start to finish — one visit, one numbing, done.
- What's it made of?
- Tooth-colored ceramic (e.max or zirconia) chosen for strength and a natural match — no metal edge.
- Is it as strong as a lab crown?
- For most back teeth, yes. We'll flag the rare case where a lab crown is the better choice.
- Great for snowbirds?
- Ideal — no need to be in town for a second visit two weeks later.
See it in action
From digital scan to finished crown — in 12 seconds
Dr. Annamareddy designs the ceramic crown on the CEREC software, our in-office Primemill mills it from a solid block of medical-grade ceramic, then we polish and adjust it chairside. The whole appointment runs about 60–90 minutes — no temporary, no second visit.
Recorded in our Chandler office. Sound off — turn yours on if you want to hear the milling unit.
Why Chandler patients pick Natural Smiles for crowns
CEREC in-house
Scanner and mill on site on Riggs Rd — the whole crown happens here, in one visit, not sent to an outside lab.
20+ years in Chandler
Dr. Annamareddy has restored teeth in Chandler since 2006 — neighbors, not a chain. Most patients come by referral.
Honest about the right crown
Same-day when it's the best option, lab-crafted when it isn't. We won't rush a crown that needs more.
Every major PPO
Delta, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, BCBS, United, Humana, Guardian and more — benefits verified before you sit down.
Sedation available
Nitrous oxide or oral sedation if you want to relax through the visit. You rest, we work.
Built for busy weeks
Thursday 7 AM starts, evening hours Tue/Wed, select Saturdays — one trip handles it.
Appointment times that fit your week
Thursday opens at 7 AM for early starts. Tuesday and Wednesday stay open till 6 PM for after-work crowns. Select Saturday mornings — call ahead; they book 1–2 weeks out.
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM (2 Sat/mo — call to confirm) |
| Sunday | Closed |
On Riggs Rd in south Chandler
Free parking, ground floor, wheelchair accessible, minutes from Sun Lakes, Ocotillo, and the 202/Santan.
Natural Smiles Dentistry 10450 E Riggs Rd, Suite 118Chandler, AZ 85248
Same-day crowns in Chandler — what patients ask
Same-day crowns in Chandler, AZ
Can I really get a crown in one visit in Chandler?
Yes. With our in-office CEREC system we scan the tooth, design the crown on screen, mill it from a solid ceramic block, and bond it in place — all in a single appointment, usually about two hours. No temporary crown, no second numbing, no second trip across Chandler.
How much does a same-day crown cost in Chandler?
A same-day CEREC crown is generally priced like a traditional crown — there is no premium for the convenience. The exact figure depends on the tooth and whether a root canal or buildup is needed first. Call or text 480-840-1101 and we will verify your insurance and give you a written estimate before any work begins.
Are same-day CEREC crowns as good as lab crowns?
For most teeth, yes. The ceramic blocks we mill (such as e.max and zirconia) are strong, natural-looking, and well proven for crowns, onlays, and inlays. For certain highly esthetic front-tooth cases or complex bites, a lab-layered crown can still be the better call — Dr. Annamareddy will tell you honestly which one fits your tooth.
How long do same-day crowns last?
A well-cared-for CEREC crown typically lasts 10–15 years or more — comparable to a traditional lab crown. Longevity comes down to home care, grinding habits, and keeping up with checkups at our Chandler / Sun Lakes office. A nightguard is worth it if you grind.
When is a same-day crown the right choice?
Same-day crowns shine for a cracked or heavily filled molar, a tooth that just had a root canal, or anyone short on time — busy Chandler families and snowbird patients who only have a short window in town. If the tooth needs healing time or a specialist first, we will say so rather than rush a crown.
Do you take my insurance for a crown?
We accept most major PPO plans, which usually cover a meaningful share of a medically necessary crown. Call or text 480-840-1101 with your plan details and we will check your benefits and out-of-pocket cost before your visit — no surprises.
Want the bigger picture? Our Chandler dentist homepage shows the full practice, see our crowns & bridges overview for traditional crowns, bridges, and root canals, or read our deep-dive on same-day CEREC crowns — when one visit is the right call for candidacy, materials, and the snowbird one-trip math.
Every major PPO — plus financing if you need it
Not sure what your plan covers for a crown? Call or text 480-840-1101 and we'll verify benefits before your visit. Financing available through CareCredit and Sunbit — most patients get a decision in minutes. Uninsured? Ask about our in-house dental plan for a flat monthly fee.
Serving Chandler dentist patients across Sun Lakes, Ocotillo, Chandler Heights, Gilbert, and Tempe for crowns, bridges, and restorative care.
Our Chandler crown & CEREC office
10450 E Riggs Rd, Suite 118, Chandler, AZ 85248 — free parking, ground-floor suite, wheelchair accessible.
One office, every service
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Most of our patients stay with us for life because we handle everything in-house — cleanings, emergencies, Invisalign, implants, cosmetic work, and sedation. No referrals out, no new chart every time.
Family dentistry
Family cleanings, checkups & same-day emergencies
Kids through grandparents in one appointment block. Evening and Saturday hours.
Sun Lakes 55+
Implants, dentures & sedation for the 55+ community
Unhurried visits, Medicare-supplemental plans welcome, snowbird scheduling.
Dental implants
Single-tooth to All-on-4 implants
Planned, placed, and restored under one roof. Free 3D cone-beam scan.
Invisalign
Clear-aligner orthodontics for teens and adults
Free digital smile preview. Most cases finish in 12–18 months.
Dental emergencies
Same-day relief for pain, breaks, knocked-out teeth
We hold emergency slots every day for patients and neighbors.
Cosmetic dentistry
Veneers, whitening, bonding & smile makeovers
Digital preview before you commit — see the result, then decide.
Cracked tooth? Fix it in one visit.
Book online in under a minute — or call or text 480-840-1101 and our front desk will find a same-day or next-day crown slot. One visit, one numbing, a finished tooth before you leave.