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CEREC Crowns

One visit. One crown. All done.

You come in with a broken tooth—or maybe one that’s worn down or cracked. In the past, that would’ve meant a temporary crown, a few weeks of waiting, and a return trip to finish the job.

CEREC crowns change that. With digital scanning and in-office milling, your dentist can design, build, and place your crown the same day. No impressions. No lab delays. Just a smooth, efficient experience—and a long-lasting result.

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A strong, natural-looking crown—without the wait.

CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. But all you really need to know is this: it lets your dentist scan your tooth, create a custom crown, and place it—all in a single visit.

That means fewer appointments, fewer injections, and a restoration that’s designed to match your bite and smile from the start.

You may benefit from a CEREC crown if:
• You have a damaged or heavily restored tooth
• A previous crown has cracked or come loose
• You want to avoid a temporary and second visit
• You value convenience, precision, and quality materials
• You’re looking for a durable solution that blends in naturally

These aren’t shortcuts. They’re modern, high-strength restorations made with leading-edge tools—by dentists who know how to use them well.

The process feels more like scanning and shaping than “drilling.”

If you’re used to goopy impressions and multiple visits, this will feel refreshingly simple. Your provider will walk you through each step and ensure the process feels comfortable from start to finish.

Here’s how it usually goes:
• A digital scanner captures a 3D image of the area
• Your dentist designs the crown on-screen while you relax
• The crown is milled from ceramic in the office—often within the hour
• Once it’s ready, your dentist checks the fit, makes any small adjustments, and bonds it in place
• You walk out with a fully restored tooth—no temporary needed

Everything happens in one visit, and most people are surprised by how smooth and efficient the process feels.

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Your dental questions, answered.

Same-day care. Long-term results.

When you need a crown, getting it done right—and right away—can make all the difference.With CEREC, there’s no waiting, no guesswork, and no compromise on quality.

Find a clinic offering same-day CEREC crowns near you

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