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Inlays and Onlays in Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills Dental Care provides accurate and meticulous restoration of damaged but structurally sound teeth using custom inlays and onlays. Our inlays and onlays are skillfully positioned to maintain the natural structure of your teeth while strengthening and protecting them. These restorations are a perfect balance that promotes both usefulness and beauty, whether you have decay or a failing filling.
What Are Inlays and Onlays?
Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used when a tooth is too damaged for a regular filling but doesn’t yet need a full crown. These restorations are made from strong, long-lasting materials like porcelain, resin, or sometimes gold. They’re crafted to match your tooth’s shape and color and are bonded in place to restore both function and appearance.
How to Determine If You Require One
If you're not sure whether inlays or onlays are the best choice for you, here are some common signs to watch out for:
- Although your cavity is too large for a filling, it is not nearly crown-worthy.
- You’re dealing with a cracked or chipped tooth that doesn’t hurt but needs reinforcement.
- An old filling has failed, maybe it’s fallen out, cracked, or just isn’t holding up anymore.
- You’ve got worn-down teeth, possibly from grinding or acidic erosion.
Benefits of Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays could be a better option than traditional crowns or fillings when comparing your dental options.
Natural Appearance
Stability and longevity
Stain-Resistant
What the Procedure Looks Like
- First Visit: Preparation and Impressions
We'll shape the tooth to match your replacement, numb the damaged area, and remove any decay or damage. Following that, we will take a full impression and place a temporary to preserve your tooth. - Second Visit: Positioning and Shining
The dentist will check the fit, make any small adjustments, and securely bond the piece to your tooth. Once you've polished and corrected your bite, you won't feel any discomfort, and no one will notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Although inlays are more expensive than conventional fillings, they last longer and are more resilient. Larger cavities are typically filled with them because they fit more precisely and do not shrink like other fillings.
For inlays and onlays, porcelain is the most preferred and long-lasting material. It will not break or degrade even after vigorous chewing.
