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Inlays & Onlays

Jun 10 • 1 minute read

Inlays & Onlays

 

 

What are Inlays and Onlays?

 

Inlays and Onlays are used to restore teeth that have been damaged due to decay or trauma. They may also be used to replace older larger filings or when the cavity is too large for a filling. They are placed in or on the tooth depending on the extent of the damage. Generally, they are used on back teeth as these teeth tend to have the most decay.

 

Inlays fill the gap in the tooth.

Onlays are placed on the top of the tooth

 

Inlays and Onlays give the teeth a more natural appearance.

They are generally made from porcelain or resin. They will be matched to the natural colour of your teeth

 

Procedure

Any plaque or bacteria will be removed from your teeth

If replacing a filling, the filling will be removed and any decay will be

cleaned

A mould will then be taken of your teeth to make your custom Inlay or Onlay

The mould will be sent to a laboratory

Once your Inlay or Onlay is ready

A second visit to your dentist is required to have it fitted

 

Benefits

*Last much longer than fillings

*A more natural smile

*Less invasive than other procedures

*More of the original tooth can be saved

*Help protect teeth from sensitivity

*Prevent bacteria from entering the tooth, preventing any further decay

*No recovery time

 

 

If you are interested in a

 

 

 




more natural smile. Call us today to schedule a visit with your dentist.

 

 

 

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