If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain.
Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice of an inlay or onlay depends on how much decay and tooth loss has transpired.
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.
Improving Your Smile with General Dentistry in Marble Falls
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 accurately fit your tooth and bite. While it is being made, your tooth will have a temporary restoration piece to cover and safeguard 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 perform the process. Inlays and onlays guard the tooth against further deterioration, provide natural function, and are durable and inconspicuous.
Schedule an Appointment for General Dentistry in Marble Falls
Dr. Greg Ritchie has been restoring teeth since 2000 for patients of all ages. Ritchie Dental Group is located in Marble Falls although we also treat patients from the surrounding communities of Burnet, Kingsland, and Meadowlakes. Our dental services include Invisalign, cosmetic dentistry, and general dentistry in Marble Falls. Make your appointment today!
Contact Ritchie Dental Group:
830-693-8833
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1000 Marble Heights Dr, Marble Falls TX
Marble Falls, Texas
78654
