I am not sure this is possible. There used to be a
Dr. Steve Mancuso who said it was not possible,
but he is no longer here. Maybe he is wrong.

Joel

kidding, its known as CEREC.

Joely

I am not sure this is possible. There used to be a
Dr. Steve Mancuso who said it was not possible,
but he is no longer here. Maybe he is wrong.

Joel

kidding, its known as CEREC.

Joely

Liz wrote:
The dentist that has been recommended uses the new Cad/CAM (computer
aided design/computer aided manufacture). This apparently allows him
create a ceramic crown right there in his office using a system by
Cerec. A crown in one visit sounds great. Are there any downsides.
Thanks Liz
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Liz,

If the tooth really needs a crown, the Cerec is a very capable system.

Remember, though, that it is not the machine, but the skill of the
dentist that determines how well your treatment is carried out.

The Cerec produces an all-ceramic restoration that has to be thicker
than some other types of dental restorations. That means that in some
cases, perfectly healthy tooth structure has to be drilled away in
order to make room for the ceramic material.

That's fine when the tooth has already lost a lot of its structure due
to decay anyway.

So it is best to discuss with your dentist the various alternative ways
to restore your teeth. The selection of methods and materials should be
determined by your dental needs, not by the presence of any particular
type of machine.

Best regards,
- dentaldoc