The outcome of prosthetic restorations manufacturing in the field of dentistry and the remarkable functional results recorded depend equally on the accuracy of the clinical preparation and on the technology used. Currently, CAD-CAM systems represent the most advanced technology in restorative dentistry, which many practitioners consider to be the future of dentistry. This paper presents the operating procedure, the equipment and protocol used in the chair side and laboratory version of the CEREC system, summarizing the benefits it provides to both dental team and patients.