Is your smile fading because of a dental issue? Have you thought about restoring your damaged tooth? At Supreme Dental Care, we believe everyone deserves a perfect smile.
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Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia
Inlays and Onlays
What are Dental Inlays and Onlays? | The Durability of Technology
Your teeth work as one unit. Together, the entire dental system joins forces to chew food and reveal your gorgeous smile. But what happens when you have a damaged or decayed tooth? Just like a machine with a broken part, the entire operation shuts down.
If you have a broken tooth due to trauma, or if it’s been weakened by decay, far more than your smile is affected. In severe cases, a damaged makes even chewing a painful task. This is where our skilled dentists in Glen Waverley spring into action.
Both inlays and onlays reinforce damaged teeth to look and work better. Let’s look at their differences.
How It Works | Exploring Inlays & Onlays
Dental inlays reform your tooth’s chewing surface. Many patients prefer this option over a traditional metal amalgam filling to treat cavities. Made out of composite resin or coloured porcelain, inlays are ideal for visible teeth as it closely matches the natural colour of your teeth.
Known as indirect fillings, dental onlays are recommended when your tooth requires complete structural repair. If a significant portion of your tooth is damaged from decay or trauma, onlays are often preferred. Instead of fitting into a tooth, an onlay acts as a protective shell by being cemented over the tooth.
Inlay and Onlay Procedures
After evaluating your damaged tooth, your dentist will recommend either inlays or onlays. Both procedures typically require two separate appointments. During your first appointment, your dentist will prepare your tooth for an inlay or onlay by:
- Numbing the area with a local anaesthetic
- Removing any decay and preparing your tooth’s surface
- Taking an impression, or mould, of your teeth
- Installing a temporary covering to protect the prepared tooth
Your tooth impression is sent off to the laboratory, where your permanent inlay or onlay is made. This process can take up to two weeks. At your second appointment, your dentist will:
- Numb the area with a local anaesthetic
- Remove the temporary tooth covering and clean the tooth
- Install your new inlay or onlay and evaluate its fit and function
- Make adjustments until it’s perfect and then cement it into place
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Are you experiencing tooth pain from a cavity or a fracture? Stop living in pain and call our professional and friendly office at (03) 9802 0198 for a quick and efficient assessment. At Supreme Dental Care, we strive to support the smiles and health of our community. Experience the supreme difference of quality service and unprecedented hospitality.
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What Insurances Do You Accept?
At Supreme Dental Care, we accept all insurance with HICAPS. We’re a preferred practice for Medibank, HCF and smile.com.
What Other Forms of Payment Do You Accept?
Along with insurance, we accept cash, credit card and government vouchers, such as CDBS, DVA and TAC.
Is there on-site parking?
Supreme Dental Care is conveniently located in Glen Waverley and within walking distance from Pinewood Shopping Village. We have on site parking for our patients.