CEREC Primescan
The CEREC Primescan is an advanced intraoral scanning device used in dentistry. It's part of the CEREC system, which stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. The Primescan is designed to capture highly accurate digital impressions of your teeth quickly and efficiently. It utilizes state-of-the-art technology to produce precise 3D models which can be used for a variety of dental procedures, including the creation of crowns, bridges, and veneers.
CEREC Primescan enhances comfort by eliminating the need for traditional impression materials, which can be unpleasant for some. The scanning process is quick, reducing chair time and allowing for faster diagnosis and treatment planning. Additionally, the high accuracy of the digital impressions helps ensure better-fitting restorations, improving both aesthetic and functional outcomes. This technology supports same-day dentistry, meaning patients can often receive their dental restorations in a single visit, minimizing the need for multiple appointments.
How CEREC Works
We use a highly-sensitive precision wand to digitally scan the section of your mouth where a dental restoration will be placed. As the wand scans the area, it builds a virtual model of your mouth on a screen right in front of your eyes. You and your doctor can fine-tune the area until the virtual model represents your mouth exactly.
Once the digital model of the dental restoration area have been finished, The Max Dental Center will digitally design a restoration right there on the screen. It will be designed to be fully functional and fit exactly in the area where it needs to be place.
From there, this digital restoration will be sent to a milling machine where a color-matched block of porcelain will be precisely milled into the final restoration. This restoration is NOT a temporary, but rather the same restoration we expect to receive from a dental lab.
The final restoration is test-fitted to the area and any final adjustments are made before securely bonding the restoration to the tooth. You will walk out of our office wearing the final restoration in a single dental visit.
Single appointment dentistry is not too good to be true! Call us at 901-861-0031 or request an appointment to see what CEREC can do for your specific situation.
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