Enjoy same-day restorations with CEREC dentistry
If you have been told that a dental restoration is needed, you may have heard about how long it takes to receive them. From preparation to completion, several appointments may be required. However, Dr. Colby Eckland is excited to integrate CEREC technology to provide same-day restorations for new and established patients at Redmond Smiles of Redmond, Washington. Let’s look at how CEREC dentistry has changed how restorations are created and finished!
What are CEREC same-day dental restorations?
The CEREC system is the foundation for same-day dental crowns, bridges, and veneers. CEREC, which stands for “Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics,” is a revolutionary technology that allows dentists to create and place high-quality restorations in a single visit.
The traditional process for creating dental restorations involves multiple appointments, as the impressions are taken and sent to a lab for fabrication. This can take weeks, during which patients might need temporary restorations or go without one altogether. With CEREC, however, the entire process can be completed in just one appointment to the dental office. Using CAD/CAM technology, Dr. Eckland takes digital impressions of the patient’s mouth and designs a custom restoration on-site. The design is then sent to an in-office milling machine that fabricates it while patients wait in the dentist’s chair. It can be fitted and bonded in place before patients leave, making the entire process fast and effective!
What are the advantages of using CEREC same-day restorations?
Dental restorations made with CEREC are:
- Fast. The speed at which CEREC restorations can be made and placed is perhaps its most significant advantage. With more traditional methods, patients often have to wait several weeks for their permanent restoration to be completed and placed. This could mean multiple appointments and extended periods with temporary restorations or without one at all. With CEREC, the entire process can take just a few hours.
- Convenient. CEREC same-day dental restorations eliminate the need for multiple appointments, which means patients spend less time off work or away from other responsibilities.
- Accurate. Because CEREC utilizes digital impressions and computer-aided design, the restoration is highly precise and accurate, ensuring a better fit and function.
- Durable. CEREC restorations are made from high-quality dental ceramic materials that are as strong and durable as traditional lab restorations. This means patients can expect long-lasting results from their same-day restorations.
- Natural-looking. The ceramic material used for CEREC restorations is highly esthetic, mimicking the natural appearance of teeth. With proper color-matching and shading techniques, dentists can create a restoration that will blend seamlessly with the patient’s surrounding teeth.
- Cost-effective. While the initial cost of CEREC technology may be higher than traditional methods, it ultimately saves patients money by eliminating the need for several appointments and temporary restorations.
Who can I call to learn more about same-day dental restorations with CEREC dentistry in the Redmond, Washington, area?
At Redmond Smiles, Dr. Colby Eckland and his team can help you achieve a smile you are proud to share with others—with much less time spent waiting and scheduling appointments! Call (425) 584-1192 to schedule a visit with our team at 15965 NE 85th Street, Suite 201, if CEREC restorations interest you.Â
