Traditionally, the shaved-down tooth is fitted with a temporary crown while the patient waits for the permanent crown to be fabricated in a dental lab, which usually takes a few days. Of course, the biggest advantage of CEREC restorations is that it allows the entire process, from fabrication to fitting, to be completed in one visit. CEREC lets you do it all in just one visit! In addition to crowns, CEREC is also recommended for the creation of ceramic veneers, which are popularly used to restore chipped or discoloured anterior (front) teeth. This makes the tooth preparation process less cumbersome for the dentist while minimally invasive for the patient. The CEREC technique allows you to preserve more of your healthy tooth structure. CEREC requires less grinding down of your healthy teeth It is the preferred method for restoring teeth previously deemed lacking in structural integrity. The all-ceramic material used for CEREC crowns is not only strong and durable but also biocompatible with your existing teeth.ĬEREC’s advanced bonding technique only requires a minimum quantity of tooth structure to restore optimum function to the tooth. CEREC uses stronger material and more advanced techniqueĬEREC restorations are increasingly favoured for their long-term health benefits. While the most obvious benefits are the speed and efficiency with which a high quality dental restoration can be created, there are several other notable attributes. It is not an exaggeration to say that CEREC has redefined the very process of restoring one’s dental health and functions. What are the benefits of a CEREC restoration?ĭentists and patients alike are reaping the benefits that CEREC offers as a “design-and-build” milling system. Following the fabrication process, the new crown is then permanently bonded to the prepared tooth with a special type of resin cement. Throughout the fabrication process, our CEREC dentists follow a systematic set of protocols to ensure that optimum efficiency and quality standards are observed at all times. The monolithic blocks of ceramic and porcelain are biocompatible, anti-abrasive and plaque-resistant. Both are ideal prosthetic materials for artificial teeth built for extreme resistance to wear and tear.
Using the unique CEREC software, the prosthetic crown is precisely cut from either a ceramic or porcelain block. The digital impression is then transmitted wirelessly to the CAD/CAM milling machine, which would then cut the new crown using diamond-tipped burs. The quality of the material also means that the dentist does not need to reduce as much tooth structure, hence making the tooth preparation stage less invasive for the patient.Īfter your tooth has been prepared for a dental crown, we will take a digital impression of the existing tooth structure using cutting edge 3D imaging equipment and software. Due to the stronger composite material that it uses, CEREC restorations are generally more durable and stable compared to traditional ones. It is usually recommended for a decayed or damaged tooth that has lost too much structure, such that a regular filling fails to offer sufficient structural integrity or tooth stability.Īlthough the CEREC is most celebrated for its crown restorations, it can also be used to fabricate an inlay to replace larger fillings. With CEREC, we are able to mill a new crown within our own premises while the patient is still in the dental chair!Ī dental crown is a cap that fits over an existing tooth to restore its function and aesthetic appearance. CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Aesthetic Ceramics) is a computer-aided system that combines 3D imaging, CAD/CAM programmes and a milling machine to create lifelike dental restorations with incredible speed and precision.įace Value Dental in Brisbane's CBD is proud to bring you this state-of-the-art dental technology that has revolutionised the way a dental crown is prepared and fabricated – right in the dental office.