With computer technology, we have the ability to make dental crowns (caps) in one appointment without having to take impressions or make a temporary crown. Thus, we can eliminate the need for two appointments, getting numb a second time, and much of the postoperative sensitivity. The computer, or Cerec, takes a three dimensional picture of the tooth, which is more accurate than an impression, and relays this information to another computer that makes the crown. These appointments typically take 1-2 hours with time during the appointment for the patient to take a break. Having a crown doesn’t have to be as uncomfortable or time consuming as it used to be now that we have the Cerec technology. Dr. Carson Kutsch Albany Oregon Dentist www.drkutsch.com
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Single appointment crowns
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010No more “goop” in your mouth…
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010On most dental crowns (dental cap) we are able to take impressions with a digital camera instead of the mouthful of “goop” that you may have had before. This provides us with a three dimensional model on the computer that we can use to make the crown during the same appointment. Not only is this more accurate, but it allows the patient to get a crown in a single appointment without having impressions or a temporary crown. We have found that this creates less sensitivity for the teeth, has better cosmetics and comfort, and saves the patient from multiple appointments which may require additional shots (anesthetic). If you need a crown on your tooth, ask about CEREC CAD/CAM technology. Dr. Carson Kutsch Albany Oregon Dentist www.drkutsch.com
Single appointment dental crowns- Cerec
Tuesday, May 18th, 2010Did you know that with the advances in digital technology, it is no longer necessary to take impressions (molds) and make temporaries while getting a new crown? This means no more gagging on impression material and no more temporary crowns being sensitive for two weeks and falling off along the way. The Cerec is a technology that allows us to take digital images of the tooth and design a crown while you are waiting. How long does it take? The appointment takes no longer than a standard crown appointment! This is more comfortable for the patient, eliminates extra appointments and anesthetic (shots), and is more conservative for the tooth. Eventually, all impressions will be eliminated in order to make dentistry more accurate and comfortable. For now, we can make the process of getting a dental crown a more enjoyable experience. Dr. Carson Kutsch DDS Albany Oregon Dentist www.drkutsch.com