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Top Five Things You Should Know About Dental Onlays and Inlays
If you want to restore your teeth for damage beyond a filling but not significant for a crown, Dr. Shahnaz L. Formoli strongly recommends dental inlays and onlays offered at Arden Park Dental Care. Also known as partial crowns or indirect fillings, dental inlays and onlays restore your tooth’s shape and protect it from further damage.Â
Want to learn more about these lesser-known restorations? Here are five things you need to know about partial crowns.
#1 they are lab-made
Unlike tooth fillings created inside your mouth, indirect fillings are made in a lab. That’s why you need more than one dental visit to restore your tooth with an inlay or onlay. The timing allows the offsite lab to create your restoration based on the impressions taken at the dental office.
However, indirect fillings don’t have to take weeks to complete. Dental offices with CEREC technology can fabricate inlays and onlays in the same appointment. CEREC technology comes with an in-house milling machine, allowing the dentist to fabricate your restoration within minutes.
#2 Dental onlays and inlays differ
Your dentist will recommend a dental inlay or onlay when the tooth damage is too severe to support a filling but not enough to warrant a crown. Although dental inlays and onlays may sometimes be used interchangeably, they are different. Dental inlays correct damage within the chewing area. Onlays cover a larger area, extending to one or more cusps as well as the chewing area.
#3 Dental inlays and onlays can be created from several materials
Like dental crowns, dental inlays and onlays can be created from several materials. Traditionally, indirect fillings were solely made from metals like gold or amalgam. Metal restorations are highly resistant to wear and can last for many years. However, the appearance of metal can be a concern for some patients.
Our dental onlays and inlays are created from ceramic materials like porcelain and composite. Ceramic restorations can be matched to the natural color of the teeth, providing excellent aesthetics.Â
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#4 The treatment process is similar to that of crowns
Placing dental inlays or onlays is similar to the dental crown treatment process. The process starts with a consultation before preparing your tooth by removing the decayed portion. Next, the dentist digitally scans your tooth and then places a temporary filling (you don’t need this for CEREC restorations) as you wait for the permanent restoration. The last step is to bond your restoration to the tooth using strong dental adhesives.
#5 Indirect fillings are worth the investment
Dental inlays and onlays are worth your time and investment. Indirect fillings offer numerous benefits, including:
- Long-lasting results
- Natural feel and appearance
- Conservative treatment
- Easy maintenanceÂ
- Protects the tooth structure
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Dental inlays and onlays provide an excellent alternative to traditional fillings and crowns, preserving your natural tooth structure while still providing strength and support. To restore your tooth today with indirect fillings, call (916) 280-0988 to schedule an appointment with Arden Park Dental Care.
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Larson’s Journey to Restoration with Arden Park Dental
Hi, my name is Larson and I was missing my front and lower front teeth and I was embarrassed to go out and hang out with my friends and eat out. So after three years of it, I decided to finally look up a bunch of dentist’s place and I found Arden Park Dental with Dr. Formoli. And, after her staff helped me educate me on implants, we was finally able to get it done in a year. So now I’m very happy I’m going out with friends and eating on public again. So I’d like to say thank you and to try this place as highly recommended by me. So give it a try.
A Testimonial of Excellence at Arden Park Dental Care
Hi, my name’s Monica Palomino. I’ve been coming to Arden Park Dental Care for over two years. I’ve had a lot done to my teeth, a lot of major dental care done. I started my Invisalign and I’m so happy and pleased how they came out. I can smile again. Dr. Formoli, thank you to you and all your staff for all the great care. I would recommend anyone that wants great dental care done, please come to Dr. Formoli’s office and thank you Dr. Formoli and all your staff.
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Hi, my name is Carrie Goldstein, and I’m coming to Dr. Formoli and her office. They’re all angels here. They are taking such good care of me. I had three implants done and a bone graft. I didn’t even feel it. I didn’t even know it was happening. They take such good care of you here, they’re angels, and I am so lucky that I discovered Arden Park Dental Care. I’m so thrilled with my experience here. Thank you.
Transforming Fear into Smiles: My Experience at Arden Park Dental Care
Hi, I’m Stacy. I just wanted to share my experience with Arden Park Dental Care. The entire team, especially the doctor, really took into account my fear of being a dental patient and kept me at ease at every single moment. And I ended up with this beautiful, lovely smile and I’m so grateful for everything that they’ve done for me, and I am definitely recommending all my friends and family to come here.
A Grateful Testimonial for Dr. Formoli and Team
I can smile now, confidently now. And I just want to thank, Dr. Formoli and the staff for being so wonderful and taking care of me. And thank you for making me more confident and so happy for my wedding. And thank you again.
