At Stephens Dentistry in Evanston, IL, we're thrilled to offer state-of-the-art CEREC® dental restorations that can renew damaged teeth in just a single visit. CEREC®, which stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics, is a groundbreaking technology that enables our experienced dentists to deliver high-quality, natural-looking ceramic restorations that blend seamlessly with the rest of your teeth.

CEREC® employs CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing) technology, unifying a camera, computer, and a milling unit into a single device. The restoration process commences with our dentist capturing an optical impression of your damaged tooth using a special camera. This image is then displayed on a color computer screen where our dentist uses CAD technology to craft the restoration design. Following this, the CAM component automatically fabricates the restoration while you wait comfortably in the chair. Finally, our dentist bonds the freshly milled restoration to your existing tooth. This entire procedure typically takes about two hours.

As a patient, the benefits of this technological innovation are immense. You can say goodbye to silver fillings that mar your smile and welcome natural-looking fillings that are not only aesthetically pleasing but are also tissue-friendly, anti-abrasive, and plaque-resistant. The traditional method of creating temporaries, taking impressions, and sending them off to a lab is now a thing of the past. This means no more need for a second visit. CEREC® is supported by over a decade of clinical research and documentation, making it a precise, safe, and effective solution for dental restorations.

To find out if CEREC® is a viable option for you, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at our Evanston dental office by calling (847) 864-8151 or requesting an appointment online. We'll gladly answer all your questions about this innovative service. And if you've recently had a CEREC® restoration with us, be sure to check out our post-appointment notes section to learn more about what to expect following your visit.