Dr Mira Azarcon at Dentelle brings a patient-focused approach to crown treatment that makes a genuine difference for patients across Warragul and the broader Gippsland region who want to get in and out of the dental chair as efficiently as possible. For anyone who has been putting off treatment on a broken or chipped tooth, understanding how straightforward a CEREC appointment actually is can be the nudge needed to finally book.
Why CEREC Is a Better Option for Many Patients
A Single Appointment Instead of Two
With a traditional crown, the process involves two separate appointments. The first visit is used to prepare the tooth and fit a temporary crown, and the second visit is needed to remove the temporary and place the final crown, requiring the patient to be numbed on both occasions. CEREC removes that second visit entirely. The tooth is prepared, the crown is designed and made on site, and everything is completed and fitted within the one appointment.
Better for Anxious Patients
For patients who find dental visits stressful, the traditional two-appointment crown process can feel like twice the ordeal. With CEREC, there is only one visit, one round of numbing, and no need to come back. Dr Mira Azarcon finds this particularly valuable for anxious patients at Dentelle, as reducing the number of clinical encounters makes the overall experience significantly more manageable from start to finish.
Healthier for the Tooth
Beyond the convenience factor, CEREC is also a clinically sound choice for the tooth itself. Temporary crowns carry a risk of long-term sensitivity during the waiting period between appointments. By eliminating the temporary crown entirely and placing the final restoration on the same day, that risk is removed and the tooth is protected from the outset through dental crowns treatment.
What Happens During Your CEREC Appointment
Preparing and Designing the Crown
The appointment begins with numbing the area and preparing the tooth in the same way as a traditional crown procedure. Once the tooth is prepared, digital scans are taken and used to design the crown on screen. The design is tailored to fit the prepared tooth precisely and to match the surrounding teeth in shape and size.
Making and Fitting the Crown on the Same Day
Once the design is confirmed, the crown is milled in the practice using the CEREC technology. When it is ready, Dr Mira Azarcon fits and cements it into place during the same visit. Patients leave with a completed, durable restoration without any need for a follow-up appointment, making it one of the most efficient options available in restorative dentistry.
Book Your CEREC Appointment at Dentelle
If you have a broken or chipped tooth that needs attention, the team at Dentelle is ready to help. Call 03 5614 8899 or book your appointment online today.
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