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CEREC Crowns - Naples, FL

Same-Day Results That Last

Crowns in just one visit are possible at Galleria Dentistry. With CEREC, or chairside restoration of esthetic ceramics, your dentist in Naples uses CAD/CAM technology and an in-house milling machine to prepare, manufacture, and place your crown all in the comfort of our state-of-the-art office. Learn more about the process from Dr. Gery Benza, Dr. Anthony Benza, and Dr. Chelsea Benza by reading on below.

How the CEREC Process Works

Patient receiving digital impressions

Traditionally, a dental crown requires two visits to the dentist with the use of a temporary crown worn in the time between appointments. The temporary crown is not customized to match the rest of the smile, however, and is also prone to breaking.

With the CEREC method, your permanent, sturdy crown is completed in just one appointment (hence the name “same-day crown”).

Here’s how the procedure for a crown works with CEREC.

  • First, your dentist will administer local anesthesia and/or Nitrous Oxide as desired for comfort.
  • Any decay and/or defective fillings will be removed from the tooth.
  • The tooth is reshaped to make room for the crown.
  • Digital 3D images are captured of the tooth.
  • A model of your crown is designed and entered into the CEREC milling machine.
  • Your crown is milled from a single block of ceramic.

After your crown is fabricated -- a process that takes less than half an hour -- your dentist will check to make sure it fits, feels, and looks just like it should. Last-minute adjustments are made before the crown is securely bonded onto the affected tooth.

Advantages of CEREC Same-Day Crowns

Closeup of flawlessly repaired teeth

How does CEREC benefit you? Some of the most common advantages of choosing the same-day method are listed below. Which one will you enjoy the most?

  • CEREC saves you time since it can be completed in one visit.
  • Digital images erase the need for messy, uncomfortable traditional impressions.
  • The 3D image is highly accurate, improving treatment planning for a better-fitting crown.
  • CEREC crowns are highly customizable to match the shade of your surrounding teeth.

Most people who need a crown are good candidates for CEREC. A dental crown is the chosen restoration for repairing teeth that are broken, decayed, weak, worn, or cosmetically flawed. CEREC crowns look just like natural teeth, so they are an excellent option for fixing damage anywhere in the smile.

Caring for Your New Dental Crown

Smiling woman in dental chair

Just like a traditional crown, when properly maintained, your CEREC crown can be expected to last for many years. Brush, floss, and spend a little time on the area at the base of your crown to keep the teeth and gums surrounding it healthy. If you start to notice your crown loosening or if it falls off, contact us immediately for repair.

Schedule an Appointment Today!

Do you have a faulty filling or decay that needs a dental crown? With current technology, there’s no need to wait two or more weeks for the entire treatment. Same-day crowns are possible with CEREC from Galleria Dentistry! Contact us to schedule an appointment with your dentist in your local 34109 area.

CEREC Dental Crown FAQs

Are dental crowns permanent?

While dental crowns aren’t truly permanent, they are a long-term solution that can last for five to fifteen years before needing replacement if they receive excellent care. However, the process of placing a dental crown is irreversible since it involves the removal of some enamel that will not grow back. Therefore, teeth that receive crowns will need to wear them for protection from then on. Dental crowns can allow compromised teeth to last for many decades longer than they would otherwise, and you can keep your appliance in excellent condition by practicing excellent oral hygiene, wearing a mouthguard or nightguard as needed, and visiting our office twice a year for checkups.

How do you know when a dental crown needs to be replaced?

While the only way to know for sure if your crown needs to be replaced is to have it examined by the team at Galleria Dentistry, there are a few signs that can tell you that your appliance is probably ready to be retired. These include:

  • Pain: If the tooth wearing a crown becomes decayed, the appliance will have to be removed so the infection can be treated. Afterward, our dentist will be able to fix the crown back on the tooth or replace it if necessary.
  • Instability: Your crown wiggling around on your tooth when you touch or chew with it may indicate that the cement holding it in place has been compromised.
  • Degraded appearance: A chipped or discolored dental crown can detract from your smile’s beauty, which can be sufficient reason to have it replaced.
  • Dark line: If you have an old-fashioned porcelain-fused-to-metal crown, the porcelain shell may erode or begin to separate from the metal piece, which can reveal an unsightly dark line around the base of the tooth. This can be a sign that it is time to upgrade to a convenient and gorgeously lifelike CEREC dental crown.

Do dental crowns get cavities?

While it’s impossible for a dental crown to develop cavities since it is indigestible to bacteria, the tooth wearing it can still become decayed. It’s important to remember that a crowned tooth is just as likely to be infected as an uncrowned tooth and that proper oral hygiene is the best way to prevent accumulations of plaque and bacteria that can cause cavities. This means that you’ll still need to stick to a proper oral hygiene regimen that includes brushing, flossing, and regular visits to our office after receiving your crown.

What is the difference between traditional and same-day crowns?

Traditional and same-day crowns are quite similar, but they have a few key differences, those being:

  • Same-day crowns are crafted at your dentist’s office rather than at a dental laboratory, meaning that the same person will handle the entire process. This can help you achieve a better fit as well as a more pleasing appearance.
  • Same-day crowns are crafted and placed in one appointment, which eliminates the need for a temporary crown and the dietary restrictions it requires.
  • Patients can save time by receiving a same-day crown since they won’t have to schedule a second appointment that can interfere with work or school.