Proven by hundreds of clinical studies and used by thousands of dentists, CEREC crowns have been the top choice in dental restoration methods for the last few decades. At Long Island Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry, our dentists, Dr. Nick and Dr. Elliot, use crowns to replace large fillings, protect weak teeth from fracturing, cover poorly shaped teeth or root canals, attach a bridge to reduce gaps, or cover dental implants. Our dentists and dental team are skilled in these restorative treatments and have the artistic eye to deliver aesthetically pleasing results and restore your tooth’s function. Both doctors completed three-year, hospital-based residency and fellowship training in dental implantology, and you’ll see one doctor from start to finish.
Left untreated, a cracked or weakened tooth can lead to serious problems, so getting a CEREC crown protects your smile and long-term oral health. Your new restoration, made from durable ceramic materials, will blend seamlessly with your existing teeth and be strong enough to bite and chew foods comfortably once again.
At Long Island Implant and Cosmetic Dentistry our dentist and dental team are skilled in these restorative treatments and have the artistic eye to provide aesthetically attractive outcomes, as well as returning function to your tooth.
CEREC stands for chairside economical restoration of esthetic ceramics. Dental crowns can be made from metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal, porcelain or ceramic, which will dictate how long you wait, whether you will need a temporary fix and the cost. CEREC crowns are milled from a single block of ceramic or resin right in our office without the layered construction used in traditional porcelain crowns, which makes them tougher. Depending on the case, your crown may be made from a ceramic material chosen for its natural translucency or its strength in molars.
Materials are metal-free, making them ideal for people concerned about the health implications of metal or who simply have allergies. Crowns closely match the natural tooth structure and feel, and they are generally not sensitive to extreme temperatures. The CEREC machine is a hybrid imaging and 3D printing machine that makes personalized dental crowns.
Traditionally, patients had to make several appointments to complete their dental crowns. During the first visit, patients would have impressions made, then endure the initial procedure and receive a temporary restoration. Weeks later, you would receive another anesthetic injection so that the dentist could remove the temporary and install the permanent crown. By contrast, CEREC crowns in Long Island can often be completed in just a single visit to our Huntington and Rocky Point, NY, offices in Suffolk County. The process is high-tech, but surprisingly simple. First, Dr. Nick or Dr. Elliot examines and prepares the tooth to receive the crown, using local anesthesia as needed to help keep you comfortable.
Then the dentists take an accurate optical impression using computer technology and design the restoration while you wait. Finally, a 3D printer shapes a ceramic block into the exact mold we have created for you. The whole process takes about 20 minutes. We fit the restoration into your mouth, polish it up and bond it to the tooth. And just like that! Done. No need to come back for a second visit.
Patients choose a same-day CEREC crown for several reasons:
CEREC crowns look and feel like your real teeth, so many patients remark that the results exceed their expectations. A 2024 study followed CEREC partial crowns across several dental practices for five years and found a 95% survival rate and a 90% success rate.
A 2025 study tracked 100 CEREC-made lithium disilicate crowns over 10 years, with color match and fit both scoring above 95% at every recall. A decade later, most of these crowns were still doing their job. Once your new crown is in place, it’s cared for just like your natural teeth. Regular brushing, flossing and checkups will help it last for years to come.
Having our own CEREC machine on-site means your crown is designed, milled and finished in-house, without outside lab delays to work around. Your treatment timeline stays short, and your visits stay efficient. We also offer several payment and financing options so you can move forward with the care your smile needs.
Many patients who need a single crown, whether to protect a cracked tooth or cover a dental implant, may be good candidates for a same-day CEREC crown. During your consultation, Dr. Nick or Dr. Elliot will confirm whether same-day treatment is appropriate for your specific case.
In more complex cases, such as crowns on multiple back teeth or combined with other restorative work, a lab-fabricated crown from our in-house lab may be a better fit, and we’ll explain why during your visit.
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