Same-Day Crowns & Onlays (CEREC) in Newtown, PA
One visit. No temporaries. A custom crown that's color-matched, durable, and ready to chew on.
CEREC: Crowns, Onlays, and More — All in One Visit
What CEREC Is
Thanks to advances in dental technology, dental prosthetics can be completed in a single visit using CAD/CAM technology known as CEREC. CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. It is a superior method of creating precisely-designed, color-matched, and highly durable ceramic restorations right in our office. CEREC lets you avoid messy impressions with gooey materials and avoid wearing temporaries for weeks. It also eliminates multiple dental appointments associated with traditional cosmetic dentistry cases.
Why It Is Healthier
A CEREC restoration is not just convenient — it is also healthier. Years ago, dentists could only use mercury amalgams, other metals, and gold to fix decayed and damaged teeth. With CEREC, the strong, tooth-colored ceramic material is bonded to your tooth, so your tooth preparation can be very conservative — keeping as much tooth structure as possible while restoring strength and natural beauty.
How It Works in a Single Visit
During your dental visit for a crown, your tooth is prepared similarly to a traditional crown — but instead of a temporary being placed, the CEREC technology creates and places your permanent crown the same day. Crowns and bridges created with CEREC technology are just as durable as those created in a dental lab, and they eliminate the need to return for a second visit weeks later.
What CEREC Can Do
Get back to your busy life. Some of the possibilities with CEREC:
- Restoration: Crowns, Bridges, Onlays, and Veneers — available in a single sitting
- Implantology: Depending on the implant base, some Implant Restorations can be created and cemented onto the implant the same day
- Clear Aligner Therapy: Decreased waiting time when CEREC is used for digital impressions
When We Recommend a Same-Day Crown
At our office, dental Crowns may be discussed when something just is not right. You may feel sensitivity to cold or air. You may feel an ache while trying to bite down. Don't ignore these signs. Crowns are used to restore a large existing filling in jeopardy of becoming loose, when decay is present on a heavily filled tooth, to prevent a cracked tooth from becoming worse, or to cover dental implants.
A 15-Year CEREC Track Record
Dr. Bob was the first dentist in Newtown to bring CEREC into his practice, back in 2009. That's over 15 years of experience with this technology — millions of successful CEREC restorations have been completed worldwide, and Dr. Bob has been part of that history locally.
What is a CEREC crown?
CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. It is a CAD/CAM dental technology that lets us design, mill, and place a permanent Porcelain Crown, Onlay, or Veneer in a single visit. The result is a precisely-fitted, color-matched ceramic restoration without the wait of a traditional lab-made Crown.
How much does a CEREC crown cost in Newtown, PA?
Cost is comparable to a traditional lab-made Crown. We are transparent with our fees before any treatment is scheduled, and CEREC restorations are typically covered by dental insurance the same way as Traditional Crowns. We file your claim as a courtesy. Financing through Alphaeon and CareCredit is available for any out-of-pocket portion.
Does getting a CEREC crown hurt?
Tooth preparation feels like having a filling — local anesthesia keeps you comfortable. Most patients are pleasantly surprised. Because there is no Temporary Crown to deal with, there is no chance of it falling off or food getting trapped between visits, and there is no second appointment to dread.
How long does a CEREC appointment take?
Plan on about 90 minutes to two hours, depending on which tooth and how much preparation is needed. That includes preparing the tooth, taking digital impressions, designing the Crown, milling it in our office, and placing it. You leave with your final crown — no temporary, no second visit.
Same-Day Crowns & Onlays (CEREC)
➔ Single visit — no temporaries, no return appointment
➔ Dr. Bob has used CEREC since 2009
➔ Color-matched ceramic for natural-looking results
➔ Conservative tooth preparation saves more enamel
Frequently Asked Questions
Are CEREC crowns as strong as lab-made Crowns?
Yes. CEREC Crowns are made from clinically proven ceramic materials, with millions of successful restorations worldwide. They are just as durable as lab-made Crowns and often last 10-15 years or longer with proper care.Can CEREC be used for back teeth or only front teeth?
Both. CEREC is excellent for posterior Crowns and Onlays where strength is critical, as well as for cosmetic restorations on front teeth where aesthetics matter. The ceramic material is color-matched to your existing teeth in either case.What if I need an onlay instead of a full crown?
An Onlay is more conservative than a full Crown — it covers only the damaged portion of the tooth instead of the entire visible surface. CEREC handles Onlays beautifully. Whenever possible, Dr. Bob recommends an Onlay over a Crown to preserve more healthy tooth structure.How do I take care of my CEREC crown?
Brush twice a day, floss daily, and avoid biting hard objects like ice, pens, or hard candy. Try to avoid eating brittle foods around the Crown. Regular dental visits keep it healthy. With proper care, a CEREC Crown can provide daily function for many years.
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