CAD/CAM Dentistry: A Few Interesting Q’s And A’s

Have you been hearing about CAD/CAM dentistry and though it sounds advanced and exciting, you have to admit that you don’t really have any idea what it’s all about? However, you appreciate being informed, so you feel connected to your dental care options? Well, then! A few interesting questions and answers will help to illuminate some important highlights regarding how our advanced tech may be of assistance to your smile.

Questions and Answers

Question: What do all of those letters mean?

Answer: CAD/CAM dentistry may look complex but it is simply an abbreviation. When you see this term, remember that it refers to computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing. In our practice, we have a CEREC machine, which stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics!

Question: When is CAD/CAM dentistry used as far as the treatments or services I might be receiving?

Answer: This type of technology is generally used to help create prosthetics like crowns and aspects of tooth replacements. Interested in learning more? Bring up your questions during your next visit!

Question: Why is it so beneficial to have access to CAD/CAM dentistry?

Answer: When you have access to this type of technology, you can often receive certain treatments at an accelerated rate. Here’s why: Let’s say you need a dental crown. Usually, this requires conventional impressions, molds sent to a lab, the crown created, the crown sent back to the practice, then placement (after you’ve worn a temporary). With advanced tech, you can often receive a crown in one visit.

See Us For One-Visit Crowns

When you’re in need of a restoration and you want it quickly, remember that we offer care with the assistance of CAD/CAM dentistry! Come in for a visit in Conroe, TX by scheduling a visit with the Dental Centre of Conroe by calling (936) 441-4600. We serve patients from Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Montgomery, Magnolia, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities.