Inlays and onlays are two procedures that use the tooth structure as a base for restoration. Often called partial crowns, both inlays and onlays strengthen the tooth while restoring its shape and working to prevent further damage. At Prairie Hawk Dental, we use these procedures to repair teeth when decay is too extensive to support a filling but not bad enough to use a crown.
When there is no damage to the cusps of a tooth, Dr. Aaron Goodman uses an inlay, bonding it right on top of the tooth. Made of porcelain, inlays are both strong and natural-looking, providing an attractive solution to repairing your tooth. Onlays are used when damage is a little more extensive and are used to repair part of the cusp of the tooth.
Inlays and onlays can be created with a CEREC machine, which creates crowns, inlays, onlays and veneers right in the office. Because the machine uses compressed porcelain, inlays and onlays are even stronger than those that come from a laboratory.
To ensure that your teeth get the best care with up-to-date technology, schedule an appointment with our office in Castle Rock, CO by calling 720-515-1801. For more information, visit www.PrairieHawkDental.com.
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