Did you know that all decayed teeth have different treatment options? Yes, this is 100% true that all cavities are different and the treatment options too. The dentists can restore minor cavities with a filling material. Furthermore, the dental experts can also fill neither mild nor severe cavities with dental inlays and Onlays at Eglinton Dental Clinic.
In dentistry, Inlays and onlays are called indirect restorations. These two are fabricated outside of the mouth in a laboratory. An inlay or onlay is mostly preferred when a cavity is too large for a simple filling.
Dental inlays can cover the chewing area of the tooth that has decay. On the other hand, onlays are fixed to restore the cusps of the tooth as well as the grinding surface.
Inlays function to lessen the injury to the surface of the tooth. They are used to recover the damage within the cusps of the teeth. The dental experts use various materials to produce the inlays, including gold, composite resins, and ceramics. Among all materials, composite resins attain the ideal aesthetics due to their color.
The main difference between dental inlays and onlays is that an onlay is used to cover a larger area than an inlay. On the other hand, an inlay will cover only the region between the cusps.
As the onlays are applied to treat large areas these are Sometimes known as a partial crown. Unlike inlays, Onlays cover the biting surface. Just like inlays, dental technicians make onlays with ceramics, gold, or composite resins. All these materials are long-lasting and worthy treatment options for the patients. Onlays can efficiently save more teeth than the conventional crown placement procedure.
If you are wondering about the longevity of inlays and Onlays then remember that this is a long-term solution for restoring your teeth. In general, you can expect that the Onlays and inlays last around 10-15 years just like a dental crown. These two can considerably function longer than conventional fillings. It is imperative to maintain optimal oral hygiene to maintain the durability of these two.
When we see the comparison of Onlay to a crown, an Onlay is a less aggressive restoration than a dental crown. The dentist removes less tooth structure while preparing the teeth for an Onlay. The cost of an Onlay is a little more affordable than a crown. According to dental professionals, and Onlay is the most preferred restoration when possible.
Have you ever had a dental filling done? If not, then remember that a bigger cavity requires bigger filling material. When a dentist fixes a big filling, they also explain that such fillings will not withstand forces of mastication. The “Inlay” or “Onlay” are stronger materials because dental technicians prepare them in the lab therefore, inlays are more durable than a filling.
If you are considering dental Onlays and inlays, it is important to work with a skilled dental team. Our dental team will guide you about the right dental treatment according to your dental health. so, let’s talk about your cavities today!
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