What is CEREC?

CEREC is an acronym for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. Translated, it means that a dentist can economically restore damaged teeth in a single appointment using a high-quality ceramic material that matches the natural color of other teeth.

How does the instrument work?

CEREC uses CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing) technology, incorporating a camera, computer and milling machine in one instrument.

A special camera is used to take an accurate picture of the tooth to be restored.

This optical impression is transferred and displayed on a color computer screen, where Dr. Ghafourpour or her staff uses CAD technology to design the restoration.

Then CAM takes over and
automatically creates the
restoration while the patient waits.

Finally, the new restoration is bonded to the surface of the old tooth. The whole process can be completed in a single visit.

What does this innovation mean for a patient?

A tooth-colored restoration means no more silver fillings discoloring smiles. The filling is natural-looking, compatible with tissue in the mouth, anti-abrasive and plaque-resistant. Dentists no longer need to create temporaries or take impressions and send them to a lab. Because of this, the traditional second visit may be eliminated. The CEREC has over a decade of clinical research and documentation to support the technology. The restorations have been proven precise, safe and effective.

How can I find out if this is an option for me?

Call the office of Darya G. Ghafourpour D.D.S at (415) 526-2020. We will be happy to answer your questions about this exciting new technology.

Or you can also email us at: reception@drdarya.com

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