What is CEREC?
Cary CEREC is an acronym for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, or also CEramic REConstruction. What does that mean to you as a patient? It means that the dentist will be using the aid of CAD/CAM, or computer aided design and computer aided manufacturing technology to improve your current dental situation. CEREC is being used now in three key areas of dentistry; restoration, implants and orthodontics. Let’s break down the process and show the benefits to you through your procedure.
The CEREC Process
The C should also stand for convenience. That is the primary benefit for you as the patient. With the procedure now available you can get a permanent crown, inlay or onlay, now in one day or one visit. This is now possible because the dental office has invested in this technology, allowing the final product to be fabricated right in the dental office and now bypassing the dental lab.
The process begins with a professional cleaning of the teeth. Than a computer aided impression is made by creating a 3D image which is run through a software program to complete a precision mold. Instead of that cast or mold now going to a dental lab the next step is using that software to mill a restoration from a solid block of ceramic or composite resin. You now have that crown ready in one visit. This also eliminates the temporary crown or onlay that the dentist traditionally would have to send you home with as you wait for the final product from the dental lab.
The Additional Cost for the CEREC Process
You can expect to pay around 20% more for your crown or restoration procedure. As you can only imagine the state-of-the-art technology is not cheap. Only you though can assign a value to your own time and the time you will be saving by not revisiting the dental office.
The Benefits of CEREC for You
In addition to getting some time back in your busy life the CEREC product also will give you an extended life expectancy of that crown or restoration solution. The fabrication from a single block of solid material makes the restoration able to withstand chewing and biting pressures. The color of the restoration is compared immediately so the correct shade is used to match the natural teeth. The entire process stays under one roof and due to the CAD/CAM technology delivers a superior, natural restoration. This process also works well with dental bridges.
CEREC delivering a Natural Smile
Your smile, like your time, is invaluable. Your smile is the foundation to your personality, your self-esteem and your self-confidence. Whether it is your personal circles or your business ventures, we do not really value our smile until it is in need of help. CEREC can help deliver the most natural restoration solution available today. It will be then your responsibility to keep that smile the best it can be by listening to the dental industry and conducting proper oral hygiene, day in and day out. Take care of your teeth, your gums and your smile.
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