When we have a broken tooth, it often brings with it discomfort and increased risk to our oral health. Previously, it often required full dental crowns to correct a broken tooth. These restorations could be expensive and often damage significant healthy dental tissue. Dental onlays are a form of crown known as a “partial crown.” Rather than restoring the entirety of the tooth, they can be used to restore small areas of the tooth. Laser Dental Bakersfield is proud to offer partial crowns as part of our services in Bakersfield, CA.
An Affordable And Convenient Correction For Broken Teeth
These restorations are used to correct damage to a tooth when that damage is significant and impact the biting surface. Crowns can be expensive and result in the unnecessary removal of healthy dental tissue. On the other hand, fillings are created in place within the damaged portion of the tooth. Partial crowns like onlays walk the line between these two. Onlays are specially designed to specifically fit within the damaged portion of the tooth. This is accomplished without removing any unnecessary tissue and results in a perfect, durable, long-lasting fit.
Some additional benefits of dental onlays include:
- Conservative Approach – These treatments are less invasive than full crowns and only require that the decay be removed from the target area. Some minor smoothing may also be done to ensure a perfect fit.
- Custom Made – Onlays are specifically fitted to the individual patient and the area where the damage occurred. This guarantees a perfect fit with an appearance that matches your natural teeth.
- Tintable – Onlays are also carefully tinted to match the natural appearance of your teeth. This results in a nearly invisible and seamless fit while providing durable and effective restoration.
- Long Lasting – Onlays are made of a durable material capable of withstanding the natural forces that occur when chewing and speaking. They can last for decades without needing updating or replacement.
- Strengthening – Metal amalgam fillings have been shown to reduce the overall strength of the tooth by up to 50%. Onlays, on the other hand, improve the strength of the tooth by as much as 75%.
These restorations also require less material than traditional fillings or crowns, so they’re usually less expensive. Further, they can be applied quickly, often in just two visits. When your dentist has the latest CEREC machine, you may receive your onlay in just one visit. Either way, a digital impression of your teeth will be created to ensure a perfect fit that retains your natural smile.
See Laser Dental Bakersfield For More Dental Options
Our team is proud to provide a full range of restoration options for our patients. In addition, we also provide a range of cosmetic procedures, such as teeth whitening, to make your smile really shine. Thanks to the comprehensive dental services we offer, our patients are able to make their perfect smile a reality. Contact us at (661) 885-9054 or drop by our offices in Bakersfield, CA, today!
