CEREC® in Des Moines, IA

Same-Day Dental Restorations

CEREC® technology provides high-quality, same-day dental restorations. With CEREC® PrimeScan and CEREC® PrimeMill, we can create precise, durable crowns, inlays, onlays, and veneers in just one visit.

What Is CEREC®?

CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) is an advanced dental system that allows for the design, milling, and placement of ceramic restorations in a single appointment. Using state-of-the-art digital scanning and milling technology, CEREC eliminates the need for messy impressions, temporary crowns, and multiple visits.

CEREC Primescan

How Is CEREC Performed?

  • Digital Scanning with CEREC® PrimeScan: A high-resolution 3D scan of your teeth is taken, eliminating the need for traditional molds.
  • Custom Design: Using CAD/CAM technology, a precise restoration is designed to match the natural shape and color of your teeth.
  • Milling with CEREC® PrimeMill: The custom restoration is milled from a high-quality ceramic block in minutes.
  • Placement & Bonding: The restoration is polished, fitted, and permanently bonded to your tooth—all in one visit.

What Can CEREC Make?

  • Crowns: Full-coverage restorations for damaged or decayed teeth.
  • Inlays & Onlays: Partial restorations for teeth with moderate damage.
  • Veneers: Cosmetic enhancements for chipped, stained, or misaligned teeth.
  • Bridges: Replacement for missing teeth with same-day convenience.
  • Implant Restorations: Custom crown or bridge restorations for dental implants.

Benefits of CEREC Restorations

  • Same-Day Treatment: No need for multiple appointments or temporary restorations.
  • Highly Precise Fit: Digital scanning ensures accurate restorations.
  • Durable & Aesthetic: Made from strong, natural-looking ceramic.
  • No Messy Impressions: PrimeScan technology replaces traditional molds.
  • Minimally Invasive: Preserves more of your natural tooth structure.
  • Comfortable & Convenient: Faster treatment with long-lasting results.

FAQs About CEREC

With proper care, CEREC crowns and restorations can last 10-15 years or more.

Yes, CEREC restorations are made from high-quality ceramic, comparable in strength and durability to lab-fabricated crowns.

While CEREC is ideal for most cases, some complex restorations may still require traditional lab-made solutions.

No, the procedure is minimally invasive and typically performed with local anesthesia for comfort.

Most CEREC restorations are completed in about 1.5 to 2 hours.

Many dental insurance plans cover CEREC restorations similarly to traditional crowns. Our team can help you verify your coverage.

At Des Moines Emergency Dentist, we are proud to offer CEREC technology for high-quality, same-day dental restorations. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and restore your smile in just one visit!