It is one of the most exciting breakthroughs in modern dentistry … it’s the miraculous CEREC technology, and patients who have seen what it can do are thrilled with it. But it’s what you don’t see that’s important – no more mercury fillings. With CEREC restorations, your smile stays beautiful and natural-looking. 

What is CEREC and how does it work? 

CEREC (CERamic REConstruction) is a brand name for a sophisticated technology that has revolutionized fine dentistry. It involves using CAD/CAM software (Computer Aided Design / Computer Aided Manufacture) to produce precise, color-matched restorations that can be fitted immediately.   

What about a full or partial crown?

After we prepare your tooth, the computer's infrared camera relays the exact specifications to the computer. We can do a small restoration the size of the small silver mercury fillings or we can restore the entire tooth with a full crown. The dental professional then designs - right before your eyes – a precise restoration to fit your tooth.                                                         

Dentists love it. Patients love it. Here’s why: 

            Convenience – No more gooey impressing, no need to wear a temporary for two weeks– which means no need to come back for a second visit. Using the CEREC, we can have you on your way with your new smile in just one visit.

            Durability – Because the restorations are so precise, they actually bond to tooth structure, and make the tooth stronger, as opposed to mercury fillings which are pliable and have a tendency to leak. 

            Beauty – CEREC smiles are beautiful smiles. Say goodbye to metal mouth. These natural colored restorations are indistinguishable from real teeth – leaving you with a bright, natural-looking smile. From now on, your smile doesn’t need to advertise your dental history – how many restorations you have is our little secret.

So if you’re interested in getting a restoration that nobody will know you have, or if you want a mercury-to-ceramic overhaul, come to the Ducoin Center for Advanced Dentistry and trust your smile to the experts.