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What is CEREC?
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 CEREC is an acronym for Chairside Economical Restorations of Esthetic Ceramic. CEREC technology creates a long-lasting and very natural looking porcelain restoration in just minutes, rather than the weeks it takes for a dental lab to do it. The CEREC machine has been in use throughout the dental industry since 1985, assisting dentists with porcelain tooth restorations. Dr. Michael Iott was responsible for bringing the very first CEREC machine to the United States, as part of his continuing goal of optimum patient care.
CEREC has revolutionized the way dentists like Dr. Iott can treat your restoration needs, shortening the treatment time to as little as one visit and providing you with a tooth that looks and feels like your own. Best of all, studies show CEREC restorations are as durable as gold, long held as the industry standard for high quality and long lasting material.
Restoration procedure
During a dental restoration examination, Dr. Iott will examine your teeth to determine the best course of treatment needed to achieve the results you desire. If he feels a CEREC restoration is the appropriate course, he’ll prepare your tooth by first creating an optical impression of it. This high-resolution optical impression creates the basis for a ceramic restoration that fits perfectly and matches your other teeth for a flawless, natural result. It could be veneers, a porcelain crown, or a porcelain inlay or onlay.
The CEREC milling machine then goes to work sculpting your ceramic restoration from a porcelain block. In less than 15 minutes, Dr. Iott will be testing your CEREC restoration for fit. Then after a temporary bonding and some fine-tuning, the restoration will be bonded to your tooth permanently. Wasn’t that easy?
CEREC technology is suitable for:
Want to know more about the safe, fast and effective alternatives offered through CEREC technology? Schedule a free consultation with Dr. Iott today! Email us or call us toll-free at (866) 801-4559. Contact us today and get started tomorrow on restoring your smile!
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