Same-Day Dental Crowns (CEREC)
Restore Damaged Teeth with a Same-Day CEREC Crown
A CEREC same-day dental crown is a strong, natural-looking way to restore and protect a damaged, cracked or weakened tooth. Using advanced digital dentistry, your custom ceramic crown is designed by an experienced dentist and can be created and fitted in a single visit at Macquarie Dentists in Macquarie Park.
SAME-DAY DENTAL CROWN TECHNOLOGY
What is a CEREC Dental Crown?
A CEREC crown is a custom-made ceramic restoration designed to protect and strengthen a damaged or weakened tooth. Unlike traditional crowns that are typically created by a technician in an external dental laboratory, your CEREC crown is digitally designed by the dentist who has examined your tooth, understands your bite and has seen your smile in person.
Your crown is then created right here at Macquarie Dentists, allowing your dentist to oversee the process from preparation and digital design through to the final fit and appearance.
With everything completed in-house, your permanent crown can often be designed, created and fitted in a single appointment, without traditional impressions, a temporary crown or a second visit.
WHY CHOOSE CEREC?
Benefits of Same-Day Dental Crowns (CEREC)
If you have chipped, broken, or decayed teeth that are causing you pain or making you embarrassed to smile, then same-day dental crowns could be the right solution for you. With custom-fit dental crowns that ‘cap’ the top of damaged teeth, our skilled dentists at Macquarie Dentists can both protect and restore the original shape of your teeth, so that you can get the gleaming white smile you want.
Digital Precision
Advanced scanning eliminates the need for traditional impressions.
Same-Day Convenience
Your permanent crown can often be completed in a single appointment.
Natural-Looking Results
Tooth-coloured ceramic is carefully matched to complement your smile.
Designed for Your Bite
Each crown is individually designed for comfortable function and fit.
Restore Strength & Function
Protect and reinforce teeth that have become damaged or weakened.
What to Expect at Your Same-Day CEREC Crown Appointment
With CEREC, your crown is designed by the dentist who has examined your tooth, understands your bite and has seen your smile in person — rather than being designed externally by a technician who has never seen your teeth.
During your appointment, your dentist will:
- Prepare your tooth by removing damaged or weakened tooth structure
- Take a precise 3D digital scan of your teeth and bite
- Personally design your crown, considering its shape, fit, bite and appearance
- Create your crown in-house from high-quality ceramic using CEREC technology
- Check and refine the fit, bite and appearance directly in your mouth
- Bond your permanent crown securely into place
Your dentist oversees the entire process from design to final fit, with your permanent crown often completed in just one appointment.
FILLING OR CROWN?
When a Filling May Not Be Enough
Dental fillings are ideal for repairing smaller areas of decay or damage. However, when a tooth is heavily filled, cracked, broken or significantly weakened, there may not be enough healthy tooth structure remaining for another filling to provide adequate support.
In these cases, a dental crown may be recommended to cover and protect the remaining tooth, helping restore its strength, shape and function while reducing the risk of further damage.
Your dentist will assess how much healthy tooth structure remains and recommend the most conservative treatment appropriate for your tooth.
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Restore Your Smile in Just One Visit
With CEREC technology available right here at Macquarie Dentists, your custom ceramic crown can often be designed, created and fitted in a single appointment — helping you get back to smiling, speaking and eating comfortably sooner.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Are CEREC crowns as strong as traditional crowns?
CEREC crowns are made from high-quality dental ceramic designed to withstand everyday biting and chewing forces. The most appropriate crown material will depend on the tooth being restored, your bite and your individual needs. You can read more about CEREC crowns vs traditional crowns.
How long do CEREC crowns last?
With good oral hygiene and regular dental care, a CEREC crown can provide 10 years of service. Its lifespan depends on factors such as the tooth being restored, your bite, oral hygiene and habits such as grinding or clenching.
Do CEREC crowns look natural?
Yes. CEREC crowns are made from tooth-coloured ceramic and individually designed to complement the shape, size and colour of your surrounding teeth. Your dentist can assess the crown directly against your natural teeth before it is fitted.
Is getting a CEREC crown painful?
Your tooth is usually numbed with local anaesthetic before treatment to keep you comfortable. Some temporary sensitivity or tenderness may occur afterwards and generally settles as the tooth adjusts.
Can I eat normally after getting a CEREC crown?
Once the anaesthetic has worn off and your dentist has advised it is safe to do so, you can generally return to eating normally. Like natural teeth, crowns should still be looked after and excessive forces should be avoided.
How much does a CEREC crown cost?
The cost of a CEREC crown starts $1500 but depends on the tooth being treated and the complexity of your treatment. After examining your tooth, your dentist will explain the recommended treatment and provide a clear estimate before proceeding.
Does private health insurance cover CEREC crowns?
Your rebate will depend on your health fund and level of dental extras cover. Macquarie Dentists offers HICAPS on-the-spot claiming, allowing eligible patients to claim their health fund rebate at their appointment.
Can you replace an old crown with a CEREC crown?
How do I clean and look after a CEREC crown?
Care for a CEREC crown much like you would a natural tooth. Brush twice a day, clean between your teeth daily and attend regular dental check-ups and cleans. Paying particular attention to the area where the crown meets the natural tooth helps reduce the risk of decay and gum problems.