Our dentists are able to plan and place in one appointment with CEREC. CEREC stands for Chairside Economic Restorations of Esthetic Ceramics. If you’re eligible to receive a CEREC restoration, our dentists will design your crown chairside so you can see it take shape right in front of your eyes.
Each patient is different. Depending on where you need the crown placed, you may be a candidate for CEREC. Otherwise, you will need to have your dental crown made in a lab and return for a second appointment. In general, we’re able to use CEREC crowns to cover teeth weakened by injury and decay.
Request an appointment with one of our dentists to learn if you’re a candidate for a CEREC crown. They’ll be able to determine the best way to restore your teeth and oral health.
First, we’ll need to remove enough tooth structure to make room for the same-day crown. Next, we’ll take digital dental impressions of your teeth. Unlike other dentists, we don’t use trays full of pink putty to take impressions. Instead, we wave a handheld scanner over your teeth to take precise 3D images. These images are then sent to our computer where we’re able to design your same-day dental crown.
Once our dentists are happy with the design, they’ll send it to the milling machine in our office. Our milling machine will then carve out your CEREC crown from a ceramic block. When your crown is ready, our dentists will check that the size, shape, and color are correct. They’ll then prepare your tooth and bond the over the top.
To learn more about same-day dental crowns, contact our office today. Our dentists in Novi, MI, would be happy to let you know if you’re a candidate for same-day crowns. Give our office a call at (248) 347-3700 to make an appointment.
Our dental office treats patients of all ages. We are here to give you quality dental care in a great environment. Please contact our Novi, MI office to learn more.