A CEREC crown is a same-day dental crown made from high-quality ceramic using computer-aided design and milling technology, allowing patients to receive a permanent crown in a single visit instead of waiting weeks for a lab-made crown. CEREC crowns typically last 10 to 15 years or longer with proper care and look identical to natural teeth.
At Lakefront Family Dentistry in Lake Elsinore, Dr. Mark Phillipe and Dr. Derek Hauser use two CEREC Primescan machines and an on-site milling lab to create custom crowns, veneers, and bridges while patients wait. With over 40 years of combined experience, their team eliminates the need for messy impressions and temporary crowns.
CEREC Same-Day Crown Quick Facts
Appointment Time: Single visit (typically 1-2 hours)
Crown Longevity: 10-15+ years with proper care
Material: High-quality ceramic matched to natural tooth color
Technology: 3D digital scanning, no messy impressions
Best For: Damaged teeth, root canals, implant caps, smile makeovers
Providers: Dr. Phillipe and Dr. Hauser with 40+ years combined experience
Watch This Informative CEREC Video to See How You Can Transform Your Smile in One Visit with Same-Day Crowns!
Get Same-Day Crowns with CEREC
One day you see someone and you notice something very different. It is their smile! Last week they had dingy, yellowing stains like everyone else, even crooked teeth. So how did they get a completely new smile a week later?
Easy, it’s call CEREC dentistry, and it takes days to get a completely new smile that can light up a room in seconds!
There are over 202,000 dentists in the United States, and only a small percentage own the advanced CEREC system. Dr. Mark G. Phillipe, DDS, and Dr. Derek Hauser, DDS, are highly qualified CEREC Dentists with over 40 years of combined experience transforming smiles using this amazing system. Patients get new, permanent crowns in one day, and veneers as well as bridges in a few visits.
You can now save precious time with your friends and family, because you don’t have to wait weeks to get a smile you will absolutely love.
This Patient Had 20 New Teeth Replaced Using Our Advanced CEREC System in Only One Visit!
Replaced 10 Lower and 10 Upper Teeth with CEREC Crowns in Only One Visit
When visiting our office, you will be met with a friendly, experienced team of professionals who are dedicated to serving the needs of your family. Dr. Hauser performs a thorough examination on all of his patients and works together with them to determine the best route of care for their individual needs.
Many patients come to Dr. Hauser and Dr. Phillipe for their CEREC crowns and enjoy the convenience of less invasive procedures and same-day services, not traditionally offered at most dentists.
We look forward to having an opportunity to serve the needs of your family. Contact Lakefront Family Dentistry at (951) 244-9495 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Phillipe and Dr. Hauser today and walk out with a beautiful smile tomorrow! You can also make an appointment online and we'll call you back right away during business hours.
Same-Day Crowns with CEREC Technology in Our Office.
Discolored Teeth Replaced witih CEREC Crowns with Top Cosmetic Dentists at Lakefront Family Dentistry
Same Day Dentistry with CEREC Crowns. Top Dentists, Dr. Mark Phillipe, DDS, and Dr. Derek Hauser, DDS.
What is CEREC?
CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) is a unique software system that allows qualified dental practitioners to create high quality ceramic restorative dental crowns using 3-Dimensional Computer-Assisted Design (CAD) software, along with a Computer-Assisted Milling (CAM) device. Dentists using the CEREC system are able to create custom fitted dental crowns right from their office within a matter of minutes!
Before the CEREC system was introduced, patients in need of dental crowns were required to make multiple visits to the dentist. These dental products were manufactured at offsite locations using a plaster molded impression of the patient’s mouth, and often required multiple fittings before the crown could be permanently bonded.
Using the CEREC system, dental impressions are created in-house using a high-resolution 3-D imaging camera and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software. Dentists uses a Computer-Aided Milling (CAM) device to create an incredibly precise-fitting dental crown made from a block of high quality ceramic that is matched to the color of your natural teeth.
What Are the Benefits of Using CEREC?
The CEREC CAD/CAM system creates dental restorations that are preferred by patients because:
- The 3-D imaging used by the CEREC system eliminates the need for sticky, messy tooth impression molds traditionally needed to manufacture dental crowns.
- Patients spend less time in the chair. Only one office visit is required to complete the dental restoration procedure.
- CEREC crowns are created using high quality ceramic that does not contain mercury or toxic metals.
- The CEREC CAD/CAM technology is precise and accurate. Ceramic crowns created using this technology are custom-designed for a perfect, natural tooth-colored fit for each patient.
- CEREC crowns are permanently bonded (never temporary), and may last for more than 10 years.
- The ceramic material that is used to create crowns expands and contract just as your natural teeth does. This eliminates the risk of cracking that is common with materials used in older crown technology.
- An instant CEREC crown reduces the risk of discomfort and bacteria leakage into the site, which is common in temporary dental cap use.
- More of your natural tooth enamel is preserved because the CEREC crown is chemically bonded to the tooth.
Actual Patient Photo and Smile Transformation on Uppers Using CEREC by Dr. Derek Hauser, DDS
This client came to Lakefront Family Dentistry with their teeth exactly as you see in their "Before Picture" below. They were very unhappy with the way their teeth were turning out with another dentist. Fortunately, they were referred to Dr. Hauser, who then transformed their smile and gum line so it was healthy and aesthetically pleasing, which you can see in their "After Picture." The patient was very happy with their smile transformation and new dentist!
What is the Difference Between Traditional Porcelain Crowns and CEREC Crowns?
CEREC vs. Traditional Crowns: Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | CEREC Same-Day | Traditional Lab Crown |
|---|---|---|
| Visits Required | 1 visit (same day) | 2-3 visits over 2-3 weeks |
| Temporary Crown | Not needed | Yes (risk of discomfort) |
| Impressions | Digital 3D scan | Putty/plaster molds |
| Material | High-quality ceramic | Porcelain or metal |
| Fit Precision | Computer-milled | Lab handcrafted |
| Durability | 10-15+ years | 10-15+ years |
| Total Chair Time | 1-2 hours | 2-3+ hours (multiple visits) |
The normal procedure to install a traditional porcelain crown involves the dentist taking a mold of your mouth to create an impression that will be used to make a permanent crown. After the impression is taken, the dentist prepares the tooth for the crown replacement. The patient is sent home with a temporary cap while an offsite laboratory manufactures a new crown out of porcelain. A couple weeks later, the patient returns to be fitted with the permanent porcelain crown.
By using the revolutionary CEREC system, our CEREC dentist, Dr. Derek B. Hauser, DDS, and Dr. Mark Phillipe, and their team have eliminated the need for foul-tasting uncomfortable plaster mold impressions, and multiple visits.
Using a high resolution camera and a medical grade computer, our top cosmetic dentists take 3-D images of your teeth and create a dental impression. Based on the specifications created by the 3-D imaging software, a computer-assisted milling device is used to create a permanent, natural looking ceramic crown. The ceramic crown is created while the patient waits and is permanently installed on the same visit, eliminating much of the discomfort and risk of infection that is associated with the use of temporary caps.
I regularly refer people to your office and sing your praises! Seriously, the girls that greet us are the best, the staff is always professional and 99% of the time is on time with little to no wait. Who could ask for more? Thank you Dr. Hauser and girls! You're the best!!! - Karen C.
Do CEREC Crowns Look and Feel Like Natural Teeth?
Yes, CEREC crowns are created to look and feel like your natural teeth. Using our computer-assisted design and milling technology, we are able to shape and color ceramic crowns to perfectly match the look and feel of your existing teeth. You can eat, brush and floss with your CEREC crowns just as you do your natural teeth.
Are CEREC Restorative Dental Products Right For Me?
In order to determine whether CEREC crowns are a good option for you, Dr. Hauser will first need to do a thorough examination of your mouth and teeth before discussing your best options.
We often recommend CEREC crowns for patients looking to:
- Restore and protect teeth that are broken, cracked or otherwise damaged
- Cover a dental implant
- Protect and cover a tooth after a root canal
- Hold a dental bridge in place
- Improve their smile by restoring discolored and misshapen teeth
Meet Dr. Derek B. Hauser and Dr. Mark Phillipe and their Amazing Staff at Lakefront Family Dentistry, Serving All of Riverside County, CA.
In order to determine whether CEREC crowns are a good option for you, Dr. Hauser will first need to do a thorough examination of your mouth and teeth before discussing your best options.
We often recommend CEREC crowns for patients looking to:
- Restore and protect teeth that are broken, cracked or otherwise damaged
- Cover a dental implant
- Protect and cover a tooth after a root canal
- Hold a dental bridge in place
- Improve their smile by restoring discolored and misshapen teeth
Meet Dr. Derek B. Hauser and Dr. Mark Phillipe and their Amazing Staff at Lakefront Family Dentistry, Serving All of Riverside County, CA.
How long does it take to get a CEREC crown?
A CEREC crown appointment typically takes 1 to 2 hours from start to finish. Dr. Phillipe and Dr. Hauser use digital 3D scanning to capture images of your tooth, design your crown with computer software, and mill it from a ceramic block while you wait. You leave the same day with a permanent crown. There is no temporary crown or second appointment needed.
How long do CEREC crowns last?
CEREC crowns typically last 10 to 15 years or longer with proper oral hygiene and regular dental checkups. The high-quality ceramic material is durable, resistant to staining, and expands and contracts like natural teeth, reducing the risk of cracking compared to older crown materials.
Are CEREC crowns as good as traditional crowns?
Yes, CEREC crowns are comparable in quality and durability to traditional lab-made porcelain crowns. The computer-aided design and milling process creates an extremely precise fit, and the ceramic material is matched to your natural tooth color. Many patients prefer CEREC because it eliminates the need for temporary crowns and multiple office visits.
Does getting a CEREC crown hurt?
Getting a CEREC crown is no more uncomfortable than getting a traditional crown. Dr. Hauser and Dr. Phillipe use local anesthesia to numb the area during tooth preparation. The digital scanning process is painless and eliminates the gagging often associated with traditional putty impressions.
What can CEREC crowns fix?
CEREC crowns can restore teeth that are broken, cracked, decayed, or worn down. They are also used to protect teeth after root canal treatment, cover dental implants, anchor dental bridges, and improve the appearance of discolored or misshapen teeth.
How much do CEREC crowns cost?
CEREC crown costs vary depending on the complexity of the case and your dental insurance coverage. Lakefront Family Dentistry accepts most dental insurance plans and offers financing options through Cherry, Care Credit, and Affirm for patients who qualify. Contact the office at (951) 244-9495 to schedule a consultation and receive a personalized treatment estimate.
At Lakefront Family Dentistry, we aim to create a lasting impression and enjoyable experience for all of our clients who trust their oral health care to us. Please contact us at (951) 244-9495 to request an appointment with Dr. Phillipe or Dr. Hauser today, or fill out the appointment form through our website anytime. We look forward to being able to serve the needs of your family.
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