Why Choose CEREC?
Besides convenience, CEREC reduces the risks of crown placement in many ways. Instead of several trips to the dentist and weeks of waiting, you can come in the morning and go home later with beautiful, permanent teeth. No need to wear a temporary resin crown that may leak and cause problems.
The CEREC method creates crowns that fit perfectly—a snug fit is a key to crowns that last a long time. Three-dimensional images also ensure an accurate representation and a lifelike restoration. In the rare event that a CEREC crown doesn’t fit the first time, Dr. Benefield can re-scan your mouth on the spot and create an improved version. Besides convenience, CEREC reduces the risks of crown placement in many ways. Instead of several trips to the dentist and weeks of waiting, you can come in the morning and go home later with beautiful, permanent teeth. No need to wear a temporary resin crown that may leak and cause problems.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are caps that cover the entire visible portion of a tooth. Dentists often use dental crowns to restore badly damaged teeth. The dental crown strengthens the remaining tooth structure and covers major flaws effectively. Your Grand Junction, CO dentist may recommend a dental crown to:
- Replace large, old fillings
- Reinforce a weak tooth
- Hold a broken tooth together
- Anchor a fixed bridge
- Cover a tooth after root canal
- Cover dental implants
Crowns are made in advance by technicians in a dental laboratory. After taking teeth impressions, a mold of the tooth is created and sent to the lab to create the permanent crown. This process usually takes a few weeks (or longer if the clinic has lots of patients). While waiting for the permanent crown, you’ll wear a temporary covering made of plastic.
Set an Appointment with Dr. Benefield
For busy patients or those who don’t have time for a second appointment, a CEREC crown is the perfect solution. CEREC or Ceramic Reconstruction is a system that takes advantage of CAD/CAM and 3D images to design and create permanent crowns—all in one appointment.