Sierra Dental
Atascadero, CA
CEREC Same-Day Dentistry
Many restorations. One visit. No temporaries.
CEREC digital dentistry allows us to design, mill, and deliver custom ceramic restorations in a single appointment — without traditional impressions or the wait of a dental lab.
Same-day crowns
No temporaries
Digital impressions
Metal-free ceramic
How it works
From scan to restoration in one visit
1
Digital scan
We take a precise digital impression of your tooth — no trays, no goopy material, no discomfort.
2
Computer-aided design
Your restoration is designed on-screen using CEREC software, allowing precise fit and natural contour.
3
In-office milling
A ceramic block is milled to exact specifications right here in our office — no lab wait, no temporary crown.
4
Delivery & placement
Your finished restoration is placed, adjusted for bite, and polished — all in the same appointment.
What CEREC can do
Same-day crowns
Onlays and inlays
Metal-free ceramic restorations
Precise digital impressions
We use technology not for novelty, but because it improves patient experience and clinical outcomes.
What to expect
One appointment, lasting results
No messy traditional impressions
No temporary crown to manage between visits
Custom-designed ceramic matched to your natural tooth color
Conservative approach — only what is clinically needed
Common questions
Is CEREC used for every crown?
Not always. We use CEREC when it is the best clinical fit for your situation. Some cases still benefit from traditional lab-fabricated restorations.
How durable are same-day ceramic restorations?
CEREC restorations are made from high-quality ceramic and are designed to last many years with proper care. We follow the same standards we would for any permanent restoration.
Will it look natural?
Yes. The ceramic is shade-matched to your existing teeth, and the design process accounts for your bite and surrounding tooth anatomy.
Need a crown? Let's do it in one visit.
Call or email to find out if CEREC is right for your situation. We'll walk you through the process and what to expect.