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Benefits Of CEREC Crowns And How They Differ From Traditional Crowns
Lois Murray
If you need a dental crown, you may have heard of CEREC same-day crowns. CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. It is a technology that allows dentists to create and place crowns in one visit.
Here is a bit of information about the benefits of CEREC crowns and how they differ from traditional crowns to help you determine if they are right for you.
Traditional Crowns Vs. CEREC Same-Day Crowns
Traditional crowns are made of porcelain, metal, or a combination of both. They require at least two visits to the dentist. On the first visit, the dentist will prepare your tooth by removing some enamel and shaping it to fit the crown. Then, they will take an impression of your tooth and send it to a dental lab, where the crown will be fabricated. You will wear a temporary crown until your next visit, which can take weeks or even months. On the second visit, the dentist will remove the temporary crown and cement the permanent crown onto your tooth.
CEREC same-day crowns are made of ceramic material that matches the color and appearance of your natural teeth. They are created and placed in one visit, using a digital scanner and a milling machine. The dentist will scan your tooth with a special camera and design the crown on a computer screen. Then, they will send the design to a milling machine, which will carve the crown out of a ceramic block in minutes. The dentist will then polish and bond the crown to your tooth, and you are done.
Benefits Of CEREC Same-Day Crowns
In addition to the convenience of a single visit, CEREC crowns offer several benefits, such as:
- Comfort. You don't have to endure messy impressions or uncomfortable temporaries. The digital scanner is painless and accurate, and the ceramic material is smooth and biocompatible.
- Aesthetics. CEREC crowns look natural and beautiful, blending in with your smile. They are made of high-quality ceramic that resists stains and chips.
- Durability. CEREC same-day crowns are strong and long-lasting, withstanding normal wear and tear. They are less likely to crack or break than traditional crowns.
Are CEREC Same-Day Crowns Right for You?
CEREC crowns are suitable for most patients who need a dental crown. Like conventional crowns, they can be used to restore teeth that are decayed, broken, cracked, or worn down. They can also be used to cover dental implants or support dental bridges.
Nonetheless, CEREC same-day crowns work best for teeth that are visible when you smile and have enough healthy structure to support them.
To determine whether you are a good candidate for CEREC crowns, schedule a consultation with a dentist in your local area.
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I had braces when I was a kid. Back then, you had to wear those metal wires and rubber bands for what seemed like forever. When I saw that my child’s teeth were going to be crooked like mine, I was dreading the years of braces and orthodontist appointments and limited diets that I saw stretching ahead of us. I was pleased to find out that braces today are very different from braces when I was a kid. They don’t need to be worn for nearly as long, and they aren’t as intrusive, either. My daughter got braces that can barely be seen, and she can remove them when she eats, so she doesn’t have to give up her favorite foods. I was so impressed that I started a blog to talk about modern day tooth straightening techniques. Braces have come a long way.