Monthly Archives: CEREC versus traditional crowns

• dentist pushing cerec crowns

  I need a dental crown on a tooth in the front of my mouth. My dentist is really pushing for me to get a CEREC crown. I know he’s invested a lot in the machine and probably needs to recoup his money, but I want to make sure these crowns are just as good as…

• 3 Unexpected facts about CEREC crowns

  If you’re considering same day crowns, that’s great. They’re useful and convenient. Here are three things your dentist may not have told you yet. They are Not Billed Any Differently When dentists bill your insurance, they use codes. The codes for crowns, whether you are using traditional crowns or same-day crowns, they’re billed by the…

• Pain with CEREC Crown

  I had three crowns put on back teeth. I’ve had one other crown in the past without issue. This is the first time I’ve gotten CEREC crowns. Every time I bite down it’s a nightmare. I feel as if a knife is going through my jaw. Is it because it’s CEREC crowns or something else?…

• Do CEREC Crowns Break Easily?

  I’ve had crowns before and have never had any problems. My previous crowns were with a different dentist and were always the result of an infection gone mad which required a root canal treatment. This time, I decided to try to get treatment before an infection developed. Unfortunately, the new dentist said the cavity is…

• CEREC vs. Traditional Crowns

  I’m considering getting a CEREC crown. Are they as good as their traditional counterparts? Matt. Dear Matt, Which is better a CEREC or Traditional Crown? In one corner we have traditional porcelain crowns . Tried. True. Proven. Strong. Beautiful (with the right dentist). Though, they do take a couple of appointments.…

• Can't Get CEREC Crowns from My Dentist

  I’m so sick of temporary crowns that fall off all the time. Every time I’ve gotten a crown it’s been a disaster from the get-go. I get a temporary and it falls off at every meal. It’s impossible to deal with. Now I find out I need another crown. I told my dentist I want…

• Do CEREC Crowns Last Longer than Regular Crowns?

  My dentist told me I need three crowns. I was shocked because my last checkup didn’t show any decay. He wants me to get CEREC crowns. I like the fact that they can be done in one appointment. But, my insurance only covers the older crowns. Is it worth the extra cost? Do they last…

• Dentist Won't Let Me Get a CEREC Crown on Front Tooth

  One of my front teeth needed a dental crown. I am tired of going to the dentist’s office and told him I’d prefer the one visit crown. But, he told me he never does those on front teeth. Shouldn’t that be my choice? Mel Dear Mel, I realize you said you’re tired of going to…

• Can CEREC Crowns Handle Night Grinding?

  My dentist recently purchased a CEREC machine he’s very excited about. I have a cavity that he feels is too large for a filling. He wants to me have a crown done using the machine. I just wanted to get a second opinion as to how they hold up as well as normal crowns. My…

• If I Get a CEREC Crown Will It Fall Off?

  I have a friend who got a dental crown. The temporary one fell off three times before his permanent one came in, then his permanent one fell off–twice. I’m wondering if it is because he got a regular crown. Would the same thing happen if he had gotten a CEREC crown? Danny P. Dear Danny,…