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What are Porcelain Inlays & Onlays?
Porcelain inlays and onlays are dental restorations used to treat decayed, fractured or cracked teeth and can be used instead of crowns if there is no severe tooth damage. Also, inlays and onlays are used in place of composite fillings when additional tooth protection is required for the affected tooth. Inlays and onlays at at Access Dental in Kelowna are similar in their functionality but there are a few differences that exist between them. These differences determine which procedure will be used to restore your tooth. |
The Inlay/Onlay Procedure
Getting your inlay or onlay treatment typically takes between 1-2 visits, depending on the clinic. Some dentists have the facility to get everything done in one day, while others need to send your tooth impression to the lab and give you a date to return for your molded restoration. When multiple visits are required, you will be given a temporary inlay or onlay in order to keep the tooth secured, while a more permanent restoration is being fabricated.
Inlays and onlays at Access Dental in Kelowna can be made from either gold, porcelain or resin materials. Each of these materials has their own level of effectiveness, the one you choose is decided by the position of the damaged tooth, extent of damage, your dentist’s recommendation, and whether or not you are interested in having a natural tooth appearance.
Getting your inlay or onlay treatment typically takes between 1-2 visits, depending on the clinic. Some dentists have the facility to get everything done in one day, while others need to send your tooth impression to the lab and give you a date to return for your molded restoration. When multiple visits are required, you will be given a temporary inlay or onlay in order to keep the tooth secured, while a more permanent restoration is being fabricated.
Inlays and onlays at Access Dental in Kelowna can be made from either gold, porcelain or resin materials. Each of these materials has their own level of effectiveness, the one you choose is decided by the position of the damaged tooth, extent of damage, your dentist’s recommendation, and whether or not you are interested in having a natural tooth appearance.
How are Inlays and Onlays Different from Regular Fillings?
Inlays and onlays are termed indirect dental restorations because they are molded outside the mouth before placement and primarily fabricated in a dental lab. Regular fillings are a more direct form of restoration as they are applied directly in the patient’s mouth. They can be done in one visit, making them a faster restorative application than inlays and onlays.
When it comes to aesthetics, inlays and onlays are a better pick due to the materials used and their ability to blend in with natural teeth.They are able to resemble the natural color and texture of a tooth, unlike most fillings available.
How Long Does the Procedure Take?
This depends on the method of fabricated used by Access Dental clinic. It would take only one visit if CEREC technology is used, other it will require two visits. Your dental impression would be taken on the first visit and your next visit would be for placement. This may take two weeks because of the time required to fabricate your inlay/onlay in the lab.
Inlays and onlays are termed indirect dental restorations because they are molded outside the mouth before placement and primarily fabricated in a dental lab. Regular fillings are a more direct form of restoration as they are applied directly in the patient’s mouth. They can be done in one visit, making them a faster restorative application than inlays and onlays.
When it comes to aesthetics, inlays and onlays are a better pick due to the materials used and their ability to blend in with natural teeth.They are able to resemble the natural color and texture of a tooth, unlike most fillings available.
How Long Does the Procedure Take?
This depends on the method of fabricated used by Access Dental clinic. It would take only one visit if CEREC technology is used, other it will require two visits. Your dental impression would be taken on the first visit and your next visit would be for placement. This may take two weeks because of the time required to fabricate your inlay/onlay in the lab.
