In the attempt to save the underlying tooth, dental crowns made of porcelain gives enough strength and support that is no more in the natural tooth and improves the function as well. Now, with advanced technology, crowns can be placed in a single visit with CEREC 3D design and milling system. It saves a lot of time.
It takes about two-appointments to place a crown in other procedures. In the first appointment, the tooth is made ready for the crown, and so impressions are taken to send off to the dental lab to create the customized crown. During the interim period, you also need to wear a temporary crown. In the second appointment, the crown is ready and is placed.
But in the CEREC system, the tooth is diagnosed and prepared. The crown is designed, milled, and placed in just a single appointment.
To remove decayed or damaged material from the tooth, a portion of the tooth is shaved down, on the sides and top. It creates space for the crown to fit over the tooth occupying the same area as the natural tooth. After that, for CEREC system data, photographs and other measurements are taken.
The design is made in the system and sent to the CEREC milling station, which takes data and mills and creates your customized crowns. The crown is then placed onto your tooth with a temporary bonding material to test the bite and see if you are satisfied with the fit. Once you feel it's okay, the crown is cemented permanently onto your tooth.
CEREC system has significant advantages like:
Find out more about CEREC single-visit crowns as you visit our office. Call Boger Family Dental today at 408.286.3229 or request an appointment online.