We are excited to provide high-quality dental options such as inlays and onlays! Our group is committed to providing quality and ensuring patient satisfaction. Transform your oral health by choosing inlays and onlays from an advanced clinic!
At Dentist @ False Creek, we offer a comfortable, welcoming environment and personalized care. Our professional team is well-equipped with new technologies and approaches to provide high-quality, permanent dental treatments. We can help you achieve the best oral health and confidence from decay or damage to a straighter smile.
Understanding Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays are great when you have a traditional filling but need more for a full crown. Inlays or onlays are custom-made to meet the exact shape of your tooth, making them a more complicated and aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional fillings.
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Inlays
These are the best for damage that only affects grooves in a tooth and does not extend outwards towards salvaging cusps. Inlays snugly fit into these grooves to add strength and restore tooth structure. They help design an exact-fitting template that improves the stability of the tooth. Inlays are durable and aesthetically pleasing when it comes to color, as they can be matched with the natural tooth. The robust materials utilized provide durability for your tooth.
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Onlays
An onlay is used when the damaged area extends beyond grooves, including at least one more of a tooth’s cusps. They cover the cusps from being chipped away, completely restoring them. They are bonded onto the biting surface of a tooth for solid stability and durability. Onlays distribute chewing forces evenly, preventing additional wear. Like inlays, onlays are made from solid materials that match your natural teeth and function well.
The Benefits of Inlays and Onlays
There are many good reasons to choose inlays and onlays at Dentist @ False Creek. To begin with, they are constructed from valuable materials such as porcelain or composite resin; this provides them the strength to last a very long time. Second, they are designed to closely match the color of your natural teeth so the restoration blends beautifully with your smile. Inlays and onlays also reinforce the tooth structure that remains, increasing stability and decreasing its susceptibility to damage. Third and finally, they can offer minimal removal of natural tooth structure so that your healthy teeth are still in place but wrapped.
The Inlay and Onlay Procedure
We at Dentist @ False Creek ensure that your inlays and onlays are long-lasting. The first step of the process is a thorough consultation with our accomplished dentist, who will look at your teeth and oral health to see if you are a good candidate for inlays or onlays. We remove the decay or damage from your tooth and thoroughly clean it. We then make a detailed impression of the tooth to produce your custom inlay or onlay. In the last step, we cement these custom restorations to your tooth with a powerful adhesive and adjust them to ensure the restoration fits perfectly with your tooth’s shape and bite.
Initial Consultation
First, our skilled dentists perform a thorough consultation to assess your oral condition and evaluate whether inlays or onlays can be the solution you seek. This initial visit is critical for putting together a complete picture of your dental history, the state you are in now, and what exactly it is that we can do to help. Advanced diagnostic tools provide an in-depth look at your teeth to help develop the most detailed and thorough treatment plan possible. We promise to keep you comfortable and educated during the process.
1. Tooth Preparation
After we develop your treatment plan, it is ready to begin preparing the tooth in question. We will then remove any decayed or broken pieces of the tooth and clean it exceptionally well to prevent infection. Then we will take an accurate tooth impression. The tooth impression we will take includes a 3-dimensional model of your mouth, such as surrounding teeth and soft tissues, to ensure that the inlay or onlay fits perfectly. This process is necessary to ensure the new restoration fits and looks like a regular tooth.
2. Custom Fabrication
The impression taken after tooth preparation is sent to a specialized dental laboratory where skilled technicians fabricate your inlay or onlay. There are some high-quality materials to create full anatomical restorations for fit, and color-matching material properties, including transparency, stress-strain characteristics, etc. It may take a couple of weeks; however, it ensures that your inlay or onlay is designed exclusively for your clinical condition. During this time, a temporary crown is placed on the prepared tooth to protect it and allow for normal function.
3. Fitting and Bonding
Once your custom inlay or onlay is ready, you will return to our clinic for the final fitting. Our dentist will place the restoration on your tooth, check the fit and bite, and make any necessary adjustments to ensure comfort and functionality. A solid dental adhesive securely bonds the inlay or onlay to your tooth. This step is crucial to ensure the restoration stays in place and functions correctly. After bonding, the restoration is polished to give it a smooth, natural look and feel.
Long-Term Care and Maintenance
It would help to brush your teeth twice a day and floss once to keep any surrounding teeth clean, as good dental habits promote the health of inlay/onlay restorations. This will prevent damage to the restorations and your natural teeth when consuming hard, sticky foods. We will guide our patients through the aftercare process and give guidance on how to take care of their teeth. Inlays and onlays will last for years with good care.
Furthermore, please ensure you visit your dentist routinely to have us watch over the progress of your restorations and help maintain oral health. If you ever feel discomfort or your bite has changed – please do not hesitate to contact us. Inlays and onlays will offer multiple benefits if you continue your preventive care so they can provide a healthy, confident smile.
Why Choose Dentist @ False Creek for Inlays and Onlays?
Dentist @ False Creek is committed to providing the best dental care while keeping patient comfort and satisfaction in mind. Our experienced dentists have performed inlay and onlay procedures for years, so you will surely get the best possible care. We offer precise and efficient treatments with the help of advanced dental technology and techniques. We designed this clinic to be a calm, friendly place where patients would feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible when they came in. By analyzing each individual case, we understand what you are struggling with and provide the best treatments for the long term.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
Interested in restoring your smile with dental precision? Call Dentist @ False Creek to book your consultation. Our friendly and experienced team is standing by to assist with all your inlay and onlay needs. Feel the difference provided by unique and tailored high-standard dental care services at our Vancouver clinic.
Contact us today for excellent inlay and onlay services that will give you long-lasting beauty. Please visit our website, and if you need any consultation, feel free to call us. At Dentist @ False Creek, your smile comes first. Contact us now for dental care and learn why we are considered the top specialist performing porcelain and onlays in Vancouver.
FAQs:
- Are inlays and onlays covered by insurance?
Coverage for inlays and onlays varies by insurance plan. We recommend checking with your insurance provider to understand your benefits. Our team can also assist you in navigating your insurance coverage.
- How long do inlays and onlays last?
With proper care, inlays and onlays can last for many years. Regular dental check-ups and good oral hygiene practices are essential to maintaining their longevity.
- What is the difference between inlays, onlays, and fillings?
Fillings repair minor tooth damage and decay, while inlays and onlays are used for more extensive restorations. Inlays fit within the tooth grooves, and onlays cover one or more cusps.
- Is the procedure painful?
The inlay and onlay procedures are painless, as local anesthesia is used to numb the area. Most patients experience minimal discomfort during and after the procedure.