For many decades, receiving a dental restoration was an ordeal that would take weeks and many visits to the dental office. Luckily, modern technology has enabled the dentist to provide solutions in record time for patients looking to improve their smile without waiting. At Beechnut Dental Care, we are proud to offer dental restorations powered by CEREC® in Houston, Texas.
For many decades, receiving a dental restoration was an ordeal that would take weeks and many visits to the dental office. Luckily, modern technology has enabled the dentist to provide solutions in record time for patients looking to improve their smile without waiting. At Beechnut Dental Care, we are proud to offer dental restorations powered by CEREC® in Houston, Texas.
CEREC® is the acronym for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic – a process that utilizes digital modeling to create treatments right when you need them. This system is revolutionizing restorative dentistry by using digital design and computer-guided manufacturing for several prosthetic dental devices.
In today’s fast-paced world, where convenience and quick results are essential, CEREC allows dentists to design and create a custom dental prosthetic for you in a single visit. While same-day dentistry is not recommended for every patient, there are some considerations that might make you an ideal candidate for a CEREC dental appointment, including:
If you’re looking for a durable, convenient solution to restore your smile, CEREC restorations may be the perfect fit for your dental needs and lifestyle. Contact us at Beechnut Dental Care to discuss your treatment options and determine if a same-day dental restoration is the right choice for you.
Dentist’s offices that lack in-house restoration technology must rely on an outside lab to create their dental restorations. This means multiple visits and lengthy waiting periods for patients. The most significant difference between a CEREC prosthetic and a lab-created restoration is the amount of time you must wait to achieve your desired results. Rather than waiting several days to weeks, your dental prosthetic can be created in a single appointment. Some other factors you should consider when comparing CEREC and lab-created restorations are durability, fit, convenience, appearance, and skill level of the dental prosthetic creator.
The durability of your dental prosthetic will depend on the material it is made from and how you care for it throughout your lifetime. CEREC dental prosthetics are made from ceramic materials, which might not provide the same durability as traditional crowns made from porcelain, metal, and porcelain-fused-to-metal. However, CEREC crowns still offer high levels of durability and last between ten to 15 years on average, making them a convenient yet durable solution for your next restoration procedure.
The durability of your dental prosthetic will depend on the material it is made from and how you care for it throughout your lifetime. CEREC dental prosthetics are made from ceramic materials, which might not provide the same durability as traditional crowns made from porcelain, metal, and porcelain-fused-to-metal. However, CEREC crowns still offer high levels of durability and last between ten to 15 years on average, making them a convenient yet durable solution for your next restoration procedure.
Because CEREC prosthetics are typically designed, created, and placed in a single visit, they are considered one of the most convenient options for those looking for a quick but durable solution to their dental restoration needs. In comparison, a dental crown made in an outside lab requires two or more office visits: the first for preparation and imaging and the second for installation of the permanent crown. It can also take an average of two weeks between visits for the permanent crown to be created and shipped to your dentist’s office.
As with the durability and fit of your dental prosthetic, its appearance will also vary based on the materials used and the skill level of the dental professional designing and milling your restoration. CEREC uses ceramic, which is considered one of the best materials for creating natural tooth-like restorations.
Experience and skill level can make a world of difference in the fit, durability, and appearance of the dental prosthetics you receive. At Beechnut Dental Care, Dr. Dang uses advanced training in areas like cosmetic dentistry, prosthodontics, implants, and orthodontics to continuously pursue education and training opportunities and provide the highest quality dental care to every patient he treats.
In order to achieve long-lasting results and keep your smile healthy after your CEREC restoration procedure, you should follow all of your dentist’s post-treatment care instructions. Here are some additional tips you should consider to keep your CEREC prosthetic in excellent shape for as long as possible:
With proper care and routine maintenance, your CEREC restoration can last an average of ten to 15 years, with some seeing 20 to 30 years of quality results. If you notice any pain or discomfort, or your CEREC restoration feels loose, you should contact your dentist immediately for an evaluation.
Our CEREC® system can generate several prosthetics, including:
The first step will be a comprehensive examination followed by digital expressions, which the CEREC® device will use to create the necessary treatment. Once the system has all the required information, it will generate a design that is sent to a lab for processing before the final manufacturing is completed in our office.
Because the manufacturing is done in-house, you can often leave with a finalized prosthetic. This quick turnaround ensures that the treatment area is preserved as the teeth do not have time to shift if space was created between them.
Although CEREC® makes treatment more affordable for the patient, not many dental offices are willing to invest to secure the device. However, you’re in luck! Beechnut Dental Care continues to put the needs of our patients first, and we are proud to offer the most advanced treatments available. Call today to learn more!
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