Overtime, through wear and ageing, teeth, just like our bones, may begin to weaken. Weakening teeth is a common problem faced by many people and one that can be addressed and treated. The most popular way to treat a weakened tooth is to affix a crown over it.

A protective barrier

Crowns form a protective barrier over teeth that aim to protect damaged, cracked teeth which have simply broken over time. Crowns are able to shield teeth from food and bacteria which can lead to decay. Crowns tend to be custom made using precision and skill to ensure comfort and lasting stability.

At Dublin18, we use a variety of crowns. By having options available, we are able to pair our patients with the perfect crown for their needs. One of our most skilful and impressive crowns are the Cerec crown, here’s a bit more information about it:

Cerec crowns

These crowns are miraculous and perfect for busy patients without time to commit to multiple trips to the dentist; they are fitted in just one visit! Dublin18 Dental Care near Stillorgan is proud to put itself forth as a leader in Cerec crown technology: there are only 15 other practices in the whole of Ireland with Cerec digital computerised technology.

With Cerec crown technology, we are can restore decayed and damaged teeth, fit crowns or take out amalgam filling in only one appointment. Here’s what happens: using a camera, we take a digital picture of the tooth in question. Then, we use the photo, instead of old-style impression trays, to perform our work. By using the photograph, you are alleviated from the discomfort often felt when waiting for impression material to set.

Next, the computer and the 3D Cerec software work diligently to convert the digital picture to a 3D virtual model of the tooth, where we can design the restoration in front of patient’s eyes. After polishing the tooth, we then bond it into the mouth. No temporary fittings, no uncomfortable impression trays, no prolonged waiting—just stunning results, fast!