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Same-day restorations with CEREC dental crowns in Menomonie, WI
For some people, multiple trips to the dentist to address tooth problems aren’t realistic. However, damaged teeth need immediate treatment to protect you from infection and prevent tooth loss, and there are ways to fit essential care into your busy schedule. Gentle Dental in Menomonie, WI offers CEREC dental crowns for same-day tooth repairs so you can minimize the amount of time you spend in the chair.
How CEREC works
CEREC is an advanced computer milling method that uses computer-aided design software to help dentists create customized dental crowns, inlays, and onlays in the office in a matter of minutes. Ou doctors will use a special camera to take digital impressions of your mouth. They will then design your restoration based on the computer’s suggestions to blend in with your natural teeth. Once the design is ready, Dr. Andre or Dr. Frankie will load a blank ceramic block into the machine matched to the shade of your teeth. The machine will mill the blank based on the design.
After about 15 minutes, your restoration will be ready. Dr. Andre and Dr. Frankie will bond it to your tooth, and within an hour, you will be ready to resume your normal eating routine. Ceramic offers a discreet restoration that can last 20 years or longer with the proper care.
Dental crowns offer versatile treatment
Our doctors may recommend a crown for a variety of reasons. They can offer support for a tooth with severe decay after a root canal therapy or repair a fractured tooth. Dental crowns are also used in combination with dental implants to replace the whole structure of a missing tooth, or they may be used to anchor dental bridges if your teeth can’t support one without help.
Some people choose dental crowns for cosmetic reasons. They can improve the appearance of stained or misshapen teeth as well as provide additional protection against tooth decay and fractures. Our doctors will evaluate your teeth’s health and educate you on all your options for preserving your teeth. Contact Gentle Dental today in Menomonie, WI, at (715) 600-9004 to learn more about CEREC dental crowns.
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Gentle Dental Care, the family dentistry in Menomonie, WI is a partnership between Emily Andre DMD, NMD, IBDM and Frankie Thatcher DDS.
Dr. Emily Andre, DMD, NMD, IBDM, is a trusted practitioner at Gentle Dental Care. A Durand, Wisconsin native, she completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and earned her DMD from the University of Florida, College of Dentistry. Dr. Andre specializes in mercury-free dental practices, ensuring a safe, toxic-free environment for her patients. Her commitment to high standards and patient safety underscores her reliability and expertise in dental care. Dr. Andre is eager to provide exceptional care and build lasting relationships with the Menomonie community.
Dr. Frankie Thatcher, DDS, is a dedicated practitioner at Gentle Dental Care. Hailing from Glenwood City, WI, she earned her bachelor’s degree from Concordia University St. Paul and her DDS from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry. While in dental school, Dr. Thatcher was actively involved in student groups and served as vice president of her class. Having been a patient of Dr. Andre for years and shadowing her, Dr. Thatcher chose Gentle Dental Care for its exceptional standards. You can trust Dr. Thatcher to provide expert and compassionate dental care.
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