CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) crowns are custom-made dental crowns created right in our office using digital scanning and 3-D milling technology. Instead of using messy impressions and sending them off to a lab, we design, craft, and place your final crown while you sit comfortably in the dental chair.When Do You Need a Dental Crown?
Same-day crowns are ideal for restoring teeth that are:
- Cracked or chipped
- Worn down from grinding
- Severely decayed or broken
- Compromised after a root canal infection
- Capped with old or worn crowns
If you're unsure whether you need a crown, our dentists in Fortville and Westfield will assess your situation and walk you through your best options.
What to Expect During Your Appointment
Here’s how the process works from start to finish:
- Digital Scan — We take a quick, mess-free 3-D scan of your tooth.
- Crown Design — Using CEREC software, we design your crown to fit precisely.
- Milling – We craft your dental crown right here in our dental office in about 15–20 minutes.
- Placement – We bond the crown to your tooth, check the fit, and you’re good to go!
