Is the ceramic filling more advance and reliable than composite filing?

Q. Dear Dr How valid the calim of this tech” CEREC 3D CAD scanner” versus lab work interm of accuracy. I know the time is 1/600HR waiting ,but is it true NO micro annulas due to accurate dimintion of the tooth. 2-Is the ceramic filling more advance relaible,durable than the composit filling if the ceramic price is 10 times more.Do you advise patients to use it? Thanks

A. Cerec is an extremely accurate technique provided the dentist produces a very smooth and accurate tooth shape, is able to accurately take an optical impression.  Prof Miels recent article shows that a 19 micron fit is possible. 

Dr Julian Caplan – Director on the board of the BACD View My Profile Dr Caplan

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