How CEREC Crowns are changing Crown Restorations

With modern innovation in dentistry, patients have a number of options when it comes to restoring their smile. Once of the most comprehensive treatments, crowns, offer patients a way to improve their smile while protecting existing teeth. Of the current available crown procedures, CEREC crowns offer patients a fast, effective method of transforming their smile in just one appointment.

By using advanced technology, CEREC crowns can drastically change your restoration treatment.  

Here are five advantages to consider when thinking about CEREC

1.       CEREC incorporates advanced technology for the best results.

CEREC uses computer-aided design and manufacturing, better known as CAD/CAM technology to design and create your crown. In the event you require additional dental work, these images can be used to plan dental treatment or sent to a specialist to use as reference for upcoming procedures.

2.    Getting a CEREC crown is a comfortable process

Unlike traditional impressions, CEREC doesn’t require messy dental goop to take accurate impressions. Using a handheld scanner, CEREC takes highly-detailed images that include all surfaces of each tooth that are instantly uploaded to the software. These images are then converted into impressions that are subsequently used to design a crown that fits perfectly within the dentition, creating a seamless and fully functional smile.

3.      Crowns in one day

Unlike other crown procedures, CEREC crowns are fit and placed in just one appointment. Patients can come in for tooth preparation and CEREC scanning then wait in the operatory while their unique crown is created using the CEREC milling machine. Because the crowns are made in-office, the process eliminates the need for temporary crowns, allowing patients to come in with a damaged tooth and leave with a complete smile.

4.       CEREC crowns look and feel natural

Unlike traditional crowns, CEREC crowns are all-porcelain. This not only improves the durability of the crown, but also eliminates the metal line and darker tooth tint associated with traditional crowns. They are metal-free, so patients are spared the uncomfortable side effects of porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns, such as temperature sensitivity, allergic reaction, or damage to healthy surrounding tissue.

5.      Longevity of  CEREC 

As mentioned, all-porcelain crowns are extremely resilient to normal wear and tear. With routine checkups and the continuation of daily brushing and flossing, CEREC crowns can last for many years without needing replacement.

For more information about the benefits of CEREC crowns, contact the Airdrie dentists at Nose Creek Dental Centre and take the first step toward improving your smile.  

CEREC Crown Restorations

Gone are the days of waiting weeks for your permanent crown to arrive from the lab, only to find out that it is the wrong color or it does not fit properly. With CEREC, you will not have any more ill fitting crowns that cannot be conveniently created or altered in the dental office.

A CEREC crown is an aesthetic restoration that requires less time to design, produce, and insert than traditional crowns created by an outside lab. The best part is that you won’t have to compromise on strength, durability or beauty. CEREC crowns are strong restorations that will mimic a natural tooth in both looks and function.

What is CEREC?

CEREC, an acronym for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, is a dental restoration tool that contours ceramic or resin material to look like a natural tooth via computer-aided design software connected to a milling machine within the dental office.

CEREC is used to restore oral health in situations such as:

 - A cracked or broken tooth
- A root canal
- A severely decayed tooth
- Atop a dental implant
- To anchor teeth that support a bridge

This metal-free restoration is a wonderful solution because it looks and acts like natural tooth enamel with no discoloration at the base of the tooth like some traditional crowns have.

Candidates for CEREC 

Our dental professional will do a thorough examination and look over each patient’s dental questionnaire before determining who would be a good candidate for a CEREC crown. Most patients are indeed great candidates for CEREC.

Advantages to Using CEREC

Convenience – The crown is made during the same office visit, which makes multiple dental visits and temporary crowns unnecessary.

 Shape and Contour Control – No messy impressions. The computer-guided imagery system takes 3D images of the mouth to ensure an accurate and perfect fit that only digital precision can effectuate.

 Strength – The crown is metal-free and made from a solid block of ceramic so the crown is very strong and durable.

Appearance – The crown produced is tooth-colored and can be matched to the color of the existing teeth for a beautiful and aesthetically pleasing smile.

Call our Airdrie dental office today to schedule an appointment with our dentist, Dr. Monty Gaur, and we will be happy to outline your dental needs and goals, and answer any questions you may have. 

Why Dental Implants are considered the Best Investment to Replace Missing Teeth

Dentists know that longevity is an important factor in restoration work. When missing teeth are the problem, it is important to give patients options that are affordable and long-lasting. Dental implants are considered to be the most advanced solution for missing teeth that will save patients money over the long-term.

When it comes to upfront cost, your dentist will tell you that dental implants are a more costly procedure and then continue to inform you about what the procedure entails as well as the numerous benefits. 

What makes dental implants superior to other options?

The tiny titanium post placed within the jawbone is the base of dental implant procedures. Because the implant fuses to the bone through the process of osseointegration, the implant is able to stand alone without having to interfere with surrounding teeth. Anything attached to this fixture is secure and strong. That means your mouth can be as good as new, with natural looking and feeling restorations that improve eating and speaking abilities. 

Dental implants save you money!

The long-term cost of dental implants is much more affordable than dentures and bridges.

These tooth replacements are not made up of titanium, therefore requiring restorative work more frequently than a dental implant. Normal wear and tear of removable dentures or bridges puts replacement parts on the list of extra costs. Dentures will also require adhesives and cleaning agents as additional upkeep costs. If dentures do not fit correctly, you may need to see your dentist for gum problems or irritations such as canker sores, inflammation or possible infections.

Permanent bridges use crowns to secure the fake tooth in place. This means that healthy teeth are compromised during the process. Crowns are known to last 5-10 years (only a fraction of implant longevity) and will need replacement. When the bridge is removable, daily cleaning regimens become repetitive wear and tear on your restoration.

Preventive powers of dental implants

Because dental implants mimic both the tooth and its roots, you will reap the rewards of additional benefits as the years go by. For example:

- Implants stop premature aging

- Osseointegration promotes bone growth, meaning that the titanium post will strengthen rather than weaken the bone unlike other tooth restoration options.

- Surrounding teeth will eventually begin to shift towards the space left by a missing tooth when left untreated or dentures are left in the glass. A dental implant permanently fills the space preventing any shift.

Financial investments can be both short and long-term. When you look into investing into your oral health, talk to your Calgary dentist about your options as they pertain to your situation. Long-term oral health is worth the investment. Find out more by contacting Nose Creek Dental Centre and schedule a consultation.  

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