Our Perth-based dental clinics offer CEREC CAD/CAM CROWNS.

What is CEREC CROWNS?

CEREC is the culmination of years of complicated research and the most upto date technology that saves you time and effort and makes the whole process of having a crown effortless. This is because the need for the uncomfortable impression step is no longer needed as the CEREC uses digital scanners to take a digital impression, and the crown can be fitted at the same appointment. By using a computer system with 3D imaging, CAD/CAM programmes and a specialised milling machine, dental crowns can be created at unparalleled speeds and with unrivalled precision.

How does it work?

The material that is used for CEREC Crowns allow for completely realistic looking teeth-replacements that don’t compromise on functionality or comfort. The material is chemically bonded to your teeth to take advantage of what healthy structure you have left and help strengthen your teeth to prevent any more damage to them. They use either porcelain or a zirconia block to mill the crown. The zirconia is amazingly strong and is often used on the back teeth. The porcelain is still strong but also has a chameleon effect where cosmetics are important so it is able to match the natural colour of your teeth, so you have strong teeth that still look nice and natural..

What’s the process of CEREC Crowns?

The first step of CEREC dentistry is they take a 3D photograph of your teeth to create a digital model of your mouth and the crown preparation. The CEREC software and programmes use these images to compare  your teeth and create the shape and size of the crown you need for each separate tooth.

After your crown is designed, the information is sent to the specialised milling unit and the final product is made from a solid porcelain ceramic block. The end result is then bonded to your tooth or teeth using  resin cement.