CEREC® Dentist Marietta, GA
Technology has brought advances across many industries, and dental care is one of them. One of the newest breakthroughs is CEREC® (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic) technology. This cutting-edge system creates ceramic tooth restorations on a same-day basis. Patients must no longer wait for their crowns or veneers to come back from the lab as this state-of-the-art process crafts them in the office.
CEREC is available at Marietta Dental Bar in Marietta and the surrounding area. Schedule a consultation with our team and learn more about this system and whether it is the right choice for you. Contact our office at (770) 282-5061 to make an appointment today.
Understanding How CEREC Works
CEREC is also known as Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, or CEramic REConstruction. It uses Computer Assisted Design and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAD/CAM), which has been used in manufacturing for several decades to create precision parts, tools, and even vehicles. Since its introduction to the dental field over two decades ago, this system has become a quick and precise means of producing ceramic veneers, crowns, bridges, and more.
CAD/CAM dentistry helps CEREC dentists to effectively perform complex dental restorations, providing patients with high-quality, durable, and natural-appearing replacement teeth. p>
"Since its introduction to the dental field over two decades ago, this system has become a quick and precise means of producing ceramic veneers, crowns, bridges, and more."
Benefits of Choosing a CEREC Restoration
Choosing a CEREC restoration over a traditional dental restoration has its advantages. Three-dimensional imaging means no messy impressions to induce gagging. The path to getting a permanent CEREC restoration is quick, lasting hours or days instead of weeks or months like the lost-wax casting method requires. As the restoration is created quickly in the dental office, there is no need for an interim temporary crown.
CEREC restorations are strong, durable, and aesthetically pleasing. The restoration is ceramic, so there is no visible metal to block transparency. The restoration material matches natural teeth and looks and feels like the rest of your teeth.
"Choosing a CEREC restoration over a traditional dental restoration has its advantages."
How CEREC Works
CEREC uses Computer Assisted Design and Computer Assisted Milling (CAD-CAM) technology to create same-day restorations. CEREC technology allows dentists to quickly and precisely create natural dental restorations for each patient's specifications. The patient will be numbed with a local anesthetic before the process to minimize discomfort.
Then, we will prepare the implant or tooth to receive the restoration by using an intraoral scanner to take digital images of the treatment area. CEREC technology converts the image into a three-dimensional virtual model, and the software designs the final restoration. The CEREC mill accurately carves the custom restoration out of a ceramic block before our team reviews the restoration to ensure it fits properly. Once the restoration has been milled, colored, and polished, the dentist cements it to the prepared tooth or dental implant.
"CEREC uses Computer Assisted Design and Computer Assisted Milling (CAD-CAM) technology to create same-day restorations."
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The CEREC Process Length
The process of creating and receiving a CEREC restoration can easily occur in one appointment. While the traditional process of creating a dental crown can take between two to three weeks, we can create and place CEREC crowns in as little as two hours. The CEREC machine can produce a new crown for a patient in four to 20 minutes.
This quick process is especially advantageous for busy patients. CEREC technology eliminates the need for multiple trips to the dentist's office. Our team can create the model of the patient's mouth, make the restoration, and place it all in one appointment with a CEREC machine.
"The process of creating and receiving a CEREC restoration can easily occur in one appointment."
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What To Expect After Receiving a CEREC Restoration
The CEREC restoration should be treated gently for the first 24 hours so the adhesive can cure completely. Beyond a bit of discomfort and sensitivity for the first few days, no complications are expected. Recommendations include no chewing of hard or sticky foods, such as ice or chewy candy. Even after 24 hours, care should be taken not to damage the restoration.
All teeth should be brushed and flossed daily, and the patient should continue to have regular checkups and cleanings at least every six months. Getting a CEREC restoration is a reliable choice as it tends to be strong and likely to last and resist abrasion. The advanced technology is also a better choice for your overall dental health as there is less risk for tooth decay, and they are metal-free.
"The advanced technology is also a better choice for your overall dental health as there is less risk for tooth decay, and they are metal-free."
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Do CEREC restorations cost more than traditional ones?
A. CEREC restorations cost around the same amount as traditional ones. Although insurance usually covers CEREC at the same rate as traditional restorations, each patient should request a detailed estimate from an insurance provider in advance. CEREC does not require an additional appointment like other restorations do and may save some patients the cost of another appointment.
Q. Will my CEREC crown only take one day to implant?
A. Having a CEREC machine on-site means the dentist does not have to send impressions to a dental lab to create crowns. Most restorations take one day to complete. A CEREC restoration does not take as long as a traditional, lab-created crown to make.
Q. Does getting a CEREC restoration hurt?
A. Before the restoration, the cosmetic dentist will apply a local anesthetic to minimize any discomfort. It is normal for teeth to feel sensitive for up to two weeks after the procedure. Patients may experience discomfort when eating or drinking anything sweet, hot, or cold.
Q. Can CEREC technology handle zirconia crowns?
A. According to a BMC Oral Health study, chairside CEREC machines can also use zirconia blocks. As zirconia is crystalline at room temperature, it has to be heat-treated to form a solid block for the milling machine. Once the zirconia crown is milled, it is heated again before being cemented in place.
Q. How does CEREC work with dental implants?
A. Dental implants are prosthetic tooth roots. Individual implants require crowns to complete the restoration and create functional prosthetic teeth. CEREC crowns can bond to implant abutments, just like traditional crowns. CEREC crown strength makes them an excellent choice for dental implants.
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Marietta Dental Bar in Marietta now offers CEREC technology to help patients receive quick and accurate dental restorations. To find out if this same-day restoration is right for you, call us at (770) 282-5061.
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