Dental Inlays & Onlays

A broken tooth can be a real problem as it does not heal itself like other bones in the body. It needs to be taken care of immediately. On the basis of the extent and the location of damage, the dentist will recommend a crown, inlay, or onlay. These are all various versions of same idea and are custom-made to suit your specific need. It protects your tooth and restores it for healthy function and condition. You may need a crown, only or inlay if your tooth is extensively decayed or on the verge of breaking. You may need more than fillings for restoring the tooth.

Benefits of Inlays &Onlays

• Though relatively old, inlays and onlays are still most effective treatment option.
• The tooth can withstand a significant pressure with an inlay/ onlay on it.
• They are made of resin which matches with your natural tooth color.
• These options are less costly than crowns.
• These are restorative dental procedures that aim at healing your tooth.
• They are quick and may be completed in one dental visit.

Getting an Inlay or Onlay

You need to schedule an appointment with your dentist to discuss about getting dental dental Inlays & Onlays treatment so that he can explain the procedure and its benefits.

• Two-visit process

The tooth will be prepared by cleaning any decay and taking the impression of teeth. The dentist may apply a temporary filling for protecting the tooth from further damage. The inlay/ onlay will them be prepared in the lab. You will be called for a second visit where the inlay/ onlay will be placed in the mouth.

One-visit process

The tooth will be prepared with good cleaning but in this case the dentist will make use of digital technology instead of taking impressions. He will take a photo of the tooth for making the perfect inlay/ onlay. It will be made there and then in the office and placed on your tooth once it is ready. This is what makes it different than the conventional two-visit inlay/ onlay procedure.