In so-called CADCAM computerized dental technology, beside high level aesthetics precision, quickness and use of „human body friendly”materials are carried out at the same time. Meaning of CADCAM: computer-aided design, computer-aided manufacturing.
CEREC is a singular patent of German Sirona (Siemens group), it consists of a special device which captures images, and a high-precision micro lathe. An optical impression of the prepared tooth is taken by the special device using an infrared camera, directly from the mouth on the basis of so-called digital, optical scanning, by this way there it is not necessary at all to make a traditional impression. On the basis of this, software makes a 3D virtual model, then design software makes possible to design a virtual tooth restoration. Final result is a marvellous and beautiful, quality, human body friendly, lasting dental restoration, all these within 45-50 minutes.