Dental Inlays and Onlays in Kidbrooke Village
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Dental Inlays and Onlays—an Overview
The pain of a cavity or a chipped tooth can be bad and excruciating at times. A filling may not be sufficient to undo the damage. These fillings can be bulky and keep breaking. In such cases, you must consider dental inlays and onlays—a durable type of tooth restoration. With dental inlays and onlays in Smile 4 U – Kidbrooke Village, you can preserve your natural tooth whilst getting the benefits of both restorative dentistry and dental crowns.
What Are Dental Inlays and Onlays?
They are custom-made tooth fillings designed to repair the chewing surfaces of damaged teeth. These tooth-coloured fillings are made in the dental lab using porcelain, ceramic, gold, or dental composites and blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. Inlays and onlays bridges are a viable alternative to standard repairs for broken teeth.
The differences between inlays and onlays are:
- Inlays: These are lab-manufactured fillings that fit precisely into the grooves of your teeth to fix large cavities.
- Onlays: Onlays, unlike inlays, extend beyond the grooves to cover one or more of the tooth’s cusps (raised edges), allowing damaged teeth to fully heal.
Do You Need Dental Inlays and Onlays?
Onlays and inlays can be used for:
- A severely decayed or damaged tooth doesn’t necessarily need a dental crown.
- Standard fillings are insufficiently durable.
- Cracks or fractures in the biting surfaces of teeth that compromise their structural integrity.
- Old, failing fillings should be replaced with a more durable replacement.
- Those who prefer to maintain as much of their native dental structure as feasible.
Types of Dental Inlays and Onlays
At Smile 4 U, we offer different types of inlay and onlay restorations:
- Porcelain or Ceramic: Inlays and onlays for front teeth are designed to look like natural teeth.
- Composite Resin: This is a low-cost, tooth-coloured option for minor repairs or temporary restorations to teeth’s biting surfaces.
- Gold: These are extremely sturdy and durable, making them ideal for molars.
We regularly provide dental inlays and onlays treatments to patients from SE3, Kidbrooke Village, Eltham, Greenwich, Blackheath, Lewisham, Sidcup, Woolwich and Bexleyheath.
Benefits of Dental Inlays and Onlays
Natural appearance
They are custom-designed to match the colour and shape of your teeth, seamlessly integrating into your smile.
Better digestive health
Inlays and onlays improve your ability to chew comfortably and enjoy your meals for good nutrition.
Durability
These restorations are stronger than standard fillings and can withstand years of wear and tear, similar to dental crowns.
Preserves the natural tooth
They do not require extensive tooth shaping and keep the bulk of the existing tooth structure.
Precision Fit
They are made using exact imprints or advanced digital scanning to ensure a perfect fit and maximum comfort.
Easy Maintenance
Brush, floss, and have dental examinations on a regular basis, just like natural teeth.
What Our Patients Say
Fantastic practice. Lovely dentist but the hygienist is absolutely brilliant! Having sensitive teeth, i advised her I was sensitive to hot and cold water. She used warm water to clean my teeth and I left with a big fat smile on my face. I already booked my next appointment!
Karen is absolutely lovely. She is fabulous at her job. Great on the phone and certainly makes you feel welcome.
They would be lost without her.
Cheers Karen
Customer service by receptionist is always friendly and chatty.
Mr Pourezza always quick to see you and get it done efficiently.
Thank you 🙂
I had an emergency dental crisis. I’ve never been to this clinic before as my Dentist is in London Bridge. I live in Kidbrooke Village and this is local to me, and since it was an emergency and everywhere I had called were fully booked, I had no other choice but to give it a go. I’m so glad I did. The dentist is so lovely, and he did a stellar job! It was pain-free and completed within minutes. There was even complete transparency with the price.
Thank you very much for your assistance today!
Frequently Asked
Questions
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the treatment below:
Are inlays and onlays painful?
Not at all. The treatment is performed under local anaesthesia to offer a painless experience. We also provide sedatives to concerned patients.
Are gold inlays or onlays better than porcelain?
Gold inlays and onlays are exceptionally durable and ideal for posterior teeth that are subjected to high chewing forces. Porcelain, on the other hand, looks more natural and is commonly used on the front teeth.
How do I care for my inlay or onlay?
Maintaining inlays and onlays is simple. Brush your teeth twice a day, floss frequently to reduce plaque buildup, and visit your dentist for regular examinations and cleanings.
The Treatment Process
Every patient’s experience is unique, but this is what you can expect when you start treatment with the Smile 4 U Dental Practice.
Consultation
While developing a treatment plan, we evaluate your tooth health, discuss treatment choices, and explain the benefits and expected costs of inlays and onlays.
Treatment
After numbing the gums, the damaged tooth pieces are extracted, digital scans of the teeth are taken to ensure an exact fit and a temporary filling is inserted immediately.
Fixing the inlays/onlays
Once your inlay or onlay is ready, we carefully bond it to your tooth using dental adhesives and make any necessary modifications.
Take pride in your smile, enjoy dining out, and keep up your social life with healthy teeth
Contact us to learn more about dental inlays and onlays in Smile 4 U – Kidbrooke Village.
Book your Consultation Today
You are invited to our dental clinic for a consultation. During the consultation, one of our experienced dentists will carry out a full and comprehensive examination of your smile. Based on the dental treatment you are interested in, we will give you a breakdown of the options available that are tailored to your needs, as well as your budget and timeframe.
