If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration, available from Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH, is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain.
The choice of an inlay or onlay depends on how much decay and tooth loss has taken place.
An inlay resembles a filling and fills a small part of the tooth, while an onlay covers one or more of the cusps on the top of the tooth. In other words, an inlay fills a hole without changing the shape of the tooth, while an onlay builds up the tooth surface to restore its initial dimension.
The procedure begins with a thorough evaluation, oral x-ray, and an impression. The damaged area will be removed and then the inlay or onlay will be formed to precisely fit your tooth and bite. While it is being made, your tooth will have a temporary restoration piece to cover and guard the vulnerable area.
Finally, the inlay or onlay will be placed and permanently bonded to the tooth. Since the procedure requires removal of damaged tooth material, restoration fabrication at the lab, and the placement on the tooth, it will take a few appointments to complete the process.
Inlays and onlays protect the tooth from further degeneration, provide natural function, and are durable and inconspicuous.
At Vitangeli Dental in Englewood OH, our services include general and cosmetic dentistry. Schedule your next cleaning and checkup with us today.
Contact Vitangeli Dental:
937-836-3565
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
320 Union Blvd
Englewood, Ohio
45322
