Porcelain Inlays And Onlays in Edmonton
Porcelain Inlays And Onlays Near You
Riverbend Square Dental Centre offers porcelain inlays and onlays in Edmonton as a strong and natural-looking solution to repair and protect your teeth. These restorations help fix teeth that are too damaged for a filling but still healthy enough to avoid a crown.
What Are Porcelain Inlays and Onlays?
Porcelain inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used to repair decayed or broken teeth.
- Inlays fit inside the grooves of your tooth, just like a filling.
- Onlays cover a larger area, including one or more of the tooth’s cusps (the raised parts on top).
Why Choose Inlays and Onlays?
- Regular fillings can weaken your tooth over time. Inlays and onlays make your tooth stronger because they actually bond directly to it. We remove less of your healthy tooth compared to getting a crown.
- With proper care and regular dental visits, porcelain inlays and onlays can last anywhere from 15 to 30 years. That is so much longer than ordinary fillings.
- We match the porcelain to your exact tooth colour. Your friends won’t even notice you had dental work done.
- These restorations completely seal your tooth. They keep bacteria out and prevent new decay from forming.
The Treatment Process
- Our dentist near you examines the tooth and removes the decay.
- A mould of your tooth is made for the custom inlay or onlay.
- The custom porcelain piece is bonded securely with dental cement.
Most often, this is done in two visits, and the results look and feel like your natural tooth.
Is This Treatment Right for You?
The porcelain inlays and onlays in Edmonton will work well when you have
- Medium to large cavities.
- Cracked or broken teeth.
- Old fillings that need replacement.
- Damage too large for a filling, but that doesn’t require a full crown
Our dentist in Edmonton will evaluate your tooth and recommend the optimal option for your specific situation.
Repair Damaged Teeth With Strong Inlays And Onlays
Ready to restore your smile? Contact Riverbend Square Dental Centre today to schedule your consultation for porcelain inlays and onlays near you.
FAQs
Do inlays and onlays hurt?
No, we will use local anesthesia during the porcelain inlays and onlays near you, so that you won’t feel any pain. After treatment, a few patients become slightly sensitive, but this resolves within a few days.
Can I eat normally with inlays and onlays?
Yes! You can eat all your favourite foods once your permanent restoration is bonded. You only have to maintain good oral hygiene and avoid chewing very hard objects like ice.
What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
While an inlay fits between the cusps of your tooth, an onlay covers one or more cusps. Based on the extent of the restoration of the tooth structure, our dentist will choose either option.
How do I care for my inlay or onlay?
Care for them as you would your natural teeth. Brush at least twice a day, floss daily, and see us every six months for your regular checkup and cleaning.