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Getting a dental crown is not a time-consuming and drawn-out process like it used to be. In the past, crowns and other types of dental restorations required uncomfortable impression goop and weeks of waiting for your restoration to be produced in a dental lab. Same day CEREC crowns are the perfect modern-day solution for busy individuals who are looking to go into a dentist’s office and walk out with your smile fully restored in just one visit.
At the beginning of your appointment, Dr. Hoffman will create a 3-Dimensional Digital Impression of your mouth to measure the area where the CEREC crown will be placed. A small camera is used to take a highly accurate 3D image of your teeth, which means there is no need for traditional impression material. Once the 3D image has been created, the milling unit is utilized to create a custom ceramic crown. The crown will then be painted and glazed to match your other teeth seamlessly. After the crown is finished being created, it will then be bonded to your tooth in a matter of minutes, and you will be on your way with a fully-functioning solution.
When it comes to CEREC crowns, the list of benefits speaks for itself. This new technology allows for the most obvious benefit – saving you significant time. Your permanent crown will be placed in the same appointment as the crown prep is performed.
Unique advantages of CEREC Crowns include:
Although same-day CEREC dental crowns are convenient, there are certain situations where a traditional dental crown may be a better choice for your unique situation. CEREC technology uses a block of ceramic to design your custom crown, and disadvantages to take into consideration are:
With the entire CEREC crown process only taking around two hours from start to finish, it’s easy to see why people choose a completely custom dental crown in just one visit. We understand that your time is valuable, and same-day crowns eliminate the grueling process of having to schedule multiple appointments for the different phases traditional dental crowns require.
If you’re wondering, “is a CEREC Crown right for me?” Hoffman Dental Center would love to help you answer that question with a consultation appointment. To learn more about this new technology, and to see if you are a potential candidate, call us today!