dental crown types?

Question

I am getting a crown thats different than what I am used to.The dentist said its because the space to fit is so small.I was wanting to get opionions on how others like or feel about the new crowns that the dentist makes in there office by a machine .there is no metal at all.Anyone out there already have this ?and if you do do you like it?And how long have you had it?

Answer 1

I'm not a doctor, but I worked in a CEREC office. A skilled dentist (to me, that would be one who has used CEREC design over a number of years and has done hundreds of them) should be able to get a good fit just about anywhere.

These crowns are not particularly "new", as dentists in the US and Europe have used them for over a decade.

From what I personally observed, they are very sturdy and fit beautifully. Our office had fewer "re-dos" than when the lab was doing them.

Of course, this is not a scientific study, just my limited experience. The more the dentist does these, the better they get at design. Ask how long he/she has been doing them and how many per year he/she does.

Answer 2

I have had 3 cerec inlays..basically it is a filling made of all porcelain. That is the strongest material out there in order for it to break you will have to chew on a diamond..do it most dentist will guarentee it for years as long as you come in for check ups..I have 3 yrs experience making them you can sit there and watch us make it in your room.

Answer 3

You are probably talking about a CEREC crown. I do not do them, personally. I did not have the impression that they were useful when the space or the tooth was "too small." Maybe someone with CEREC experience will chime in here...

Answer 4

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