Onlays

Onlays can be very good for patients with moderately damaged teeth, providing a restoration that can save much of the natural tooth structure. Often called “partial crowns,” these restorations offer a more reliable and long-lasting solution than traditional fillings, while remaining completely natural and seamless-looking. In this article, we will explore what Onlays are, the typical process of applying them, and the benefits that can be brought to your dental health.

Key Benefits Of Onlays

Onlays restore damaged teeth with maximum conservation. They combine the best of both worlds in terms of protection and aesthetics, and are great for large cavities or for strengthening teeth that have been weakened. Onlays not only remodel functionality but also improve the beauty of your smile, which makes them a very holistic approach to the long-term maintenance of oral health. Indeed, most dentists can affordably use this methodology in offering patients a conservative approach to treatment.

Evidently, this method is the most economically favorable and cost-effective with which many dentists and patients agree.

Porcelain onlays are the option for you if you need something beautiful and secure in improving your dental aesthetics. They give you lasting support with an actual appearance so that you can build up a confident healthy smile. For more personalized advice and to see if this is the right option for you, call us today to arrange a consultation. Our dedicated professionals are on standby to help you achieve maximum oral health and the dazzling smile you’ve dreamed of.

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Everything you need to Know about Onlays

What are Onlays?

Onlays are custom-made type of restorations meant to repair moderately to severely damage molars and premolars. Unlike fillings, which are applied in a single visit and placed directly into a cavity of the tooth, onlays are custom created in an outside facility and attached to the tooth in a second appointment.

In this respect, inlays cover small cavities that fit into grooves of a tooth, while onlays cover much of the top of the tooth perhaps as much or more than one or several cusps. It is this design which makes the onlay a stronger protection; thus, the use of this remedy can be termed 'solid' or 'effective' in preserving dental health.

When to Use Onlays?

Onlays are the next best options for patients whose teeth are too damaged for a filling but not too decayed to be full crown filling. They are most often used to restore teeth that exhibit any of the following characteristics:

Large cavities, also known as decayed areas.
Cracked or fractured cusps.
Worn or weakened chewing surfaces.
In dire need of damaged fillings to replace.
Teeth that require restoration and yet have enough healthy structure in place to make a full crown unnecessary.

Another function of porcelain onlays is to cover and protect the damaged areas of the tooth. Which helps restore the function of the tooth while maintaining its natural appearance.

What are the Benefits of Onlays?

Onlays have quite a number of benefits over traditional fillings or other restorative options:

Natural Appearance
Strength & Durability
Conservative Treament
Precision Fit
Resistance to Staining

What is the Procedure for a Onlay?

An onlay usually requires two visits to the dentist's office for cements:

The First Visit:

The dentist will examine the tooth and evaluate whether an onlay made of porcelain would be the best. Removal of caries or any damaged area of the tooth. An impression of the tooth will be made to provide a custom porcelain onlay. A temporary restoration may be placed in the tooth to protect it before preparing an onlay.

The Second Visit:

A temporary restoration is removed and the custom porcelain onlay is bonded into place. The dentist can check the fit and make adjustments as needed. Once it is secured permanently onto the tooth using dental cement, the onlay surface is then polished to make it as smooth as possible, as it would be natural.

How to Care for your Onlays?

An Onlay is a dental restoration having very similar appearance to your teeth maintenance. For its care: brush twice a day; floss daily; and visit a dentist for checkup appointments regularly during the year for ideal oral health. Proper onlay maintenance offers long durability and strength under use, to stand as long-term restorations. They are designed and fabricated to melt and blend with the exact innate shade of your real teeth; healthy aesthetics for repair and good moisture balance for restoration while supporting greater long-term health. Just continue with your regular oral routine to keep your onlay healthy and your smile glistening.