{"id":25,"date":"2024-05-16T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-16T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southwestdentalboise.com\/blog\/?p=25"},"modified":"2026-02-17T16:01:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T16:01:31","slug":"very-common-questions-about-cerec-dental-crowns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southwestdentalboise.com\/blog\/2024\/05\/16\/very-common-questions-about-cerec-dental-crowns\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Very Common Questions About CEREC Dental Crowns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Perhaps you&#8217;re considering a CEREC dental crown instead of a normal one. That\u2019d be a fine choice \u2013 the treatment will quickly restore your tooth to working order. Even so, you likely have concerns about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestdentalboise.com\/cerec-same-day-dental-crowns.html\">this option<\/a> you want to address first. Going ahead with it could seem too risky if you didn\u2019t. Well, your Boise dentist will gladly ease your concerns for you. Just keep reading to learn four common questions about CEREC dental crowns and their answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Does CEREC Stand for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For those new to CEREC dental crowns, the acronym \u2018CEREC\u2019 is often unfamiliar. You could thus find yourself wondering what it stands for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, CEREC stands for \u2018Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics.\u2019 This mouthful of a phrase refers to technology that can design and mill crowns on-site. Such machines use digital images and X-rays to create restorations instead of standard molds. Through that process, dentists make more precisely designed crowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the Upsides to CEREC Crowns?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any patient will want to know the benefits of their treatment. As you may expect, the same applies to CEREC dental crowns. You probably want to know their upsides compared to regular ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CEREC crowns have many perks for their patients. The most notable is that they can be made and fitted in a day, taking far less time than a standard crown. Another benefit is how toothlike they look due to their ceramic material. Lastly, CEREC crowns reduce the risk of damage by skipping the temporary crown. You don&#8217;t need a short-term fill-in since they\u2019re made in one visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is CEREC Technology Safe for Your Mouth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you know CEREC crowns rely on digital systems, it\u2019s easy to feel iffy about them. You may want to know if their technology is safe for your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, you can rest easy \u2013 CEREC technology is safe and offers strong results. Its in-office machine carves your crown from ceramic, which is harmless. You don&#8217;t need to worry about side effects, allergic reactions, etc. Plus, the milled crown will fit your tooth perfectly and not feel out of place. It shouldn\u2019t poke, prod, or cut anything in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do CEREC Crowns Last Forever?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the answers above, CEREC dental crowns can sound too good to be true. It\u2019s to the point that some patients ask whether the restorations can last forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sadly, the truth is that CEREC crowns can\u2019t last forever. Their lifespans are similar to the regular kinds \u2013 about 10-15 years on average. They can even wear down early if you have an accident. &nbsp;However, you can take steps to help them last as long as possible. Simply look after them with daily oral care; they may stick around for 20 years or more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, these common questions about CEREC dental crowns gave you the facts you wanted. That said, don\u2019t hesitate to talk to your dentist if you have other concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestdentalboise.com\/meet-dr-irons.html\">Dr. Caroline Irons<\/a> earned her dental doctorate at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Since finishing school, she has been very active in Spear and TeamACT Education Study Clubs, focusing on implant placement and restoration. Dr. Irons is also certified to provide Invisalign and is proud to be a member of Women in Dentistry. If you and your family are looking for preventive dental care, we can help! Schedule your appointment <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestdentalboise.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:+12083225655\">(208) 322-5655<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Perhaps you&#8217;re considering a CEREC dental crown instead of a normal one. 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Just keep reading to learn four common questions about CEREC dental crowns and their answers. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.southwestdentalboise.com\/blog\/2024\/05\/16\/very-common-questions-about-cerec-dental-crowns\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":26,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-25","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Common Questions About CEREC Dental Crowns | Southwest Dental Arts Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Maybe you have questions about CEREC dental crowns. 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