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Inlays and Onlays Tooth decay can cause either complete loss of a natural tooth or a part of it. To save a more significant percentage of your natural teeth, you need inlays and onlays. Inlays restore the center of your tooth. Onlays replace the chewing part of the tooth called cusps, and are ideal where the damage is extensive, affecting more than one cusp. Ortega Family Dental restores your teeth with inlays and onlays.Why Do I Need Inlays and Onlays?If your teeth suffer damage unrepairable with filling yet not too much to require a crown, you will need inlays or onlays as a restorative treatment. Damaged teeth, if untreated, cause potential tooth loss. Gold and resin inlays and onlays, due to their strength and durability, offer a durable solution to damaged teeth. Their resistance to degradation will prolong your teeth life by protecting them from infections. They are also stain-resistant, thus, brighten your smile and boost your confidence. In cases where the cavity is between two teeth, an inlay is ideal in sealing the teeth to keep out bacteria. Types of Inlays and OnlaysInlays and onlays vary depending on the material. The most common materials used in making inlays and onlays are gold, porcelain, and composite. Gold inlays and onlays are strong and durable. They are ideal in cases where there is repeated cavity fracturing. However, due to most people desiring a natural appearance, gold inlays and onlays are losing popularity. Porcelain is popular for its color features. Composite inlays feature low shrinkage as they do not require a lab to make them. Porcelain and composite inlays and onlays are ideal for cosmetic reasons and give a more natural appearance. What to Expect When Getting Inlays and OnlaysThe process of getting an inlay or onlay is similar. This process may require one appointment or two. Once our team examines your teeth and recommend inlays or onlays, we will administer local anesthetic to ensure your comfort during the process. We will then clean your tooth by removing the decay to prevent further progression that may cause gum infection. To make an inlay or onlay fitting, our team will make an impression of your tooth. We will give you a temporary filling to protect your tooth as you await permanent restoration. During your second appointment, they will remove your temporary filling, clean, and prepare your tooth and cement the permanent inlay or onlay in place. We will then polish the restoration to give it a natural feel. In a same day restoration, the process skips the temporary filling, and instead, you will get your permanent inlays or onlays the same day. Inlay and Onlay AftercareAfter getting your inlays or onlays, you are likely to experience tooth sensitivity. To relieve the symptoms, our team will prescribe ibuprofen. You will also need to care for your inlays and onlays by avoiding foods and triggers that may worsen the sensitivity. Brushing and flossing your inlays and onlays at least twice a day, like the rest of your teeth, is also necessary. Finally, you will require regular teeth exams to ensure your inlays or onlays last longer. If you want to save your natural teeth, call Ortega Family Dental at (904) 914-4008 today for more details on how you can get inlays and onlays. |
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