Porcelain Onlays
What Is a Porcelain Dental Onlay?
A dental onlay is a small corrective tooth covering that can protect a damaged tooth if it still has a healthy foundation. There are several types of dental onlays available, but if you are concerned about the appearance of the tooth, porcelain is more aesthetically-pleasing and tooth-colored than metal alloy or gold. A porcelain dental onlay restoration is the ideal solution for a tooth that is visible when you smile.
Other Types of Tooth Restoration
A dental inlay is essentially the same type of restoration. The difference is that inlays are cavity fillers while dental onlays extend to include at least one cusp of the tooth. A dental crown is similar to an onlay, but it completely covers the tooth down to the gumline.
Benefits of a Porcelain Dental Onlay
The primary benefit of having a dental onlay is in the quality for the restoration. It tends to strengthen the overall tooth structure, while other filling materials tend to weaken the overall integrity of the tooth. Dental onlays usually require two visits because we have to use a dental laboratory to construct the restoration in order to get it to fit the exact preparation instructions that Dr. Flax has ordered.
Cavity Relief in Atlanta GA
Dr. Flax, Atlanta dentist, has been doing porcelain dental onlays since dental school. His meticulous attention to detail means that no one will be able to tell you have had any type of restoration done. The margins of the onlay have to be extremely tight and Dr. Flax is a perfectionist when it comes to creating a beautiful restoration.
If you have cavities and you want the best in restoration, ask Dr. Flax, about getting a Porcelain Onlay instead of dental fillings.
Schedule a Dental Onlay Consultation in Atlanta
If you are interested in Porcelain Onlays please contact us today at our dental office in Sandy Springs near Brookhaven in Atlanta or call 404-255-9080 to schedule a consultation.
