West Chester Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and Onlays in West Chester, OH

If you need cavity or structure loss work done right, trust L.A.N.U. Dental, the best onlay and inlay provider in West Chester, OH. If you have damage to more than half of your tooth’s surface, Dr. Leslie A. Nechvatal-Uhelski would recommend you receive an inlay or onlay treatment. Made of gold, ceramic, tooth-colored porcelain, or composite resin, these insert replacements bond to your teeth and make them stronger than before.

L.A.N.U. Dental often uses inlays as simple replacements for traditional fillings and onlays when a more significant portion of the tooth is damaged. Dr. Nechvatal-Uhelski is known for providing some of the cleanest inlays and onlays in West Chester, OH, for those seeking a subtle look.

When to Choose an Inlay

An inlay has the most similarities to a traditional tooth filling, as it covers a small amount of space down in the tooth, removing any damage from decay. The inlay will cover the tooth’s cusp tips—usually a small area.

A great reason to choose inlays is that they can be tooth-colored to conservatively repair teeth. Sometimes, patients opt for an inlay to replace an older, more visible filling. Traditional metal and gold-colored options are still available for inlays.

When to Choose an Onlay

An onlay covers a substantially larger portion of the tooth—one or more of the cusps—to deal with more severe tooth damage. Dr. Nechvatal-Uhelski will typically recommend this procedure if more than half of the tooth’s surface is damaged. Sometimes, your onlay will cover the back of the tooth and the chewing surface, making it a versatile option when quite a few cusps need replacement.

While people receive onlays instead of caps and crowns in some instances, not every patient’s situation is the same. Ask us whether you qualify for an onlay as a replacement procedure to get moving in the right direction.

What the Procedure Looks Like

Getting an inlay or onlay is a relatively simple process consisting of two visits to our office. During these visits, the following will happen:

• Your dental team identifies the tooth needing restoration and cleans it of any plaque.
• Local anesthesia is applied, and an impression of your tooth is collected, from which your onlay or inlay will be created.
• An interim tooth cover will be inserted into your tooth.
• When your onlay or inlay arrives, it is fitted to your tooth, accompanied by a process of smoothing and polishing to make it fit just right inside your tooth.

L.A.N.U. Dental offers the best inlays and onlays in West Chester, OH, that will last for 20 years or more if taken care of properly.

Scheduling Your Dental Restoration

If you know you need an inlay or onlay or want to learn more, do not hesitate to contact us at L.A.N.U. Dental. Call our professional staff and learn why L.A.N.U. is the most trusted dental practice for inlays and onlays in West Chester, OH.

Call L.A.N.U. Dental at 513-860-1940 to put a shine back into your smile.

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