The UK is seeing a massive shift toward private digital dentistry. According to a 2024 Dentistry Report, the UK private ‘high street’ dentistry market was valued at approximately £8.4 billion in 2023/24, marking significant growth as more patients opt for advanced, technology-driven treatments like CEREC that offer better convenience and clinical outcomes.
In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of CEREC technology, how it works, and why it’s a game-changer for your dental health.
What is CEREC?
CEREC stands for Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics. It is a sophisticated CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design and Computer-Aided Manufacturing) system that allows dentists to design, create, and fit a high-quality ceramic restoration, such as a crown, inlay, or onlay, in just one single appointment.
Traditionally, getting a crown required two visits: one for impressions and a temporary crown, and another two weeks later to fit the permanent one. With CEREC, that entire process is condensed into a couple of hours.
