Before placing a crown, your dentist will need to prepare your tooth. After numbing the area around the damaged tooth, the dentist will remove a small amount of dental tissue. Through this process, the dentist will reshape your tooth to make room for the porcelain restoration. In turn, you will have a stronger, more secure base for your crown.
After preparing the tooth, our dentist will take 3D impressions of your tooth with the CEREC Omnicam. Dr. Monahan, a CEREC doctor will design the restoration on the chairside computer, while you watch. CEREC doctors are trained in using the computer-aided design software, known as CAD-CAM technology. Dr. Monahan will explain the entire process, so you will be an active participant in your care.
The designed crown will be sent to our in-office CEREC grinding and milling unit to create the crown. This strong, durable material will be selected to match the color of your teeth. Plus, it will have a realistic shine to blend in with your smile. Once the crown is finished, our dentist will firmly attach the crown to your prepared tooth using dental cement.