CEREC Inlays/Onlays
Ceramic Inlays & Onlays
For patients needing more advanced treatment for larger cavities, fractures, or significant tooth wear, ceramic inlays and onlays are excellent options. These custom-made restorations are crafted from high-quality ceramic, providing a natural-looking and durable solution that preserves the integrity of your teeth while enhancing your smile.
What are Inlays & Onlays?
- Inlays: These are used for repairing cavities that affect the inner portions of a tooth, typically in the grooves and fissures. Inlays are a more conservative solution when a tooth is moderately damaged, offering a perfect fit within the natural contours of the tooth.
- Onlays: When the damage extends beyond the cusps (the chewing surface) of the tooth, an onlay is used to restore the tooth. An onlay covers a larger area of the tooth than an inlay and provides additional support for teeth that are structurally compromised.
What are Inlays & Onlays?
- Inlays: These are used for repairing cavities that affect the inner portions of a tooth, typically in the grooves and fissures. Inlays are a more conservative solution when a tooth is moderately damaged, offering a perfect fit within the natural contours of the tooth.
- Onlays: When the damage extends beyond the cusps (the chewing surface) of the tooth, an onlay is used to restore the tooth. An onlay covers a larger area of the tooth than an inlay and provides additional support for teeth that are structurally compromised.
Why Choose Ceramic Inlays & Onlays?
- Natural Appearance: Ceramic materials closely resemble the translucency and texture of natural tooth enamel. These restorations are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, making them an excellent choice for patients concerned about the aesthetics of their smile.
- Superior Durability: Ceramic is highly resistant to wear and staining, ensuring that your inlays or onlays remain looking great for years to come. The material is also strong enough to withstand the pressure of chewing, making it ideal for both front and back teeth.
- Biocompatibility: Ceramic is a biocompatible material, meaning it won’t cause irritation or allergic reactions, unlike some metal restorations. This makes ceramic inlays and onlays an excellent choice for patients with sensitivities.
- Preservation of Tooth Structure: Ceramic inlays and onlays require less removal of healthy tooth structure than traditional crowns, which helps maintain the long-term strength and health of the tooth.
CEREC Technology: Revolutionizing Inlays, Onlays, and More
At Tooth Care Pukekohe, we use CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) technology to provide you with ceramic restorations that are both precise and convenient. This state-of-the-art technology allows us to design and create custom ceramic inlays, onlays, and crowns in just one visit, without the need for multiple appointments or temporary restorations.
The Advantages of CEREC Technology
- Restoration: One of the biggest benefits of CEREC technology is the ability to create and place your ceramic restoration in just one visit. Using advanced 3D imaging, we create a digital impression of your tooth, which is then used to design and mill your custom restoration. This eliminates the need for temporary fillings or multiple appointments, saving you both time and hassle.
- Precision and Fit: CEREC uses cutting-edge CAD (computer-aided design) software to create a highly detailed, accurate model of your tooth. This allows us to design your inlay or onlay with precision, ensuring a perfect fit that restores both the functionality and aesthetic of your tooth.
- Quality Materials: CEREC restorations are made from high-quality ceramic that is durable, long-lasting, and highly resistant to staining and wear. The result is a restoration that not only looks natural but also stands the test of time.
- Comfort and Convenience: Unlike traditional methods that require messy impressions and multiple visits, CEREC technology allows for a quick, comfortable, and highly accurate treatment experience. Many patients report feeling little to no discomfort during the procedure, and the entire process is completed in a single appointment.
The CEREC Process
- Consultation and Imaging: After assessing the condition of your tooth, we use CEREC’s advanced 3D scanning technology to take digital impressions of the tooth that needs restoration. This digital scan is highly accurate and eliminates the need for traditional molds.
- Design and Customization: Using the digital scan, we design your custom inlay or onlay with CAD software. This allows us to ensure that the restoration fits perfectly and matches the natural contours of your tooth.
- Milling and Fabrication: Once the design is finalized, CEREC’s on-site milling unit will create your ceramic restoration in just minutes. The material is carefully shaped and polished to match the look and feel of your natural tooth.
- Placement and Adjustment: After the restoration is fabricated, we will place it in your mouth, check the fit, and make any necessary adjustments. Once placed, it will be bonded securely to your tooth, restoring both its strength and appearance.
Why Choose Tooth Care Pukekohe?
At Tooth Care Pukekohe, we are committed to delivering exceptional dental care with a focus on patient comfort, advanced technology, and long-lasting results. Whether you are looking for a discreet and durable tooth-colored filling or a high-quality ceramic inlay or onlay with the precision of CEREC technology, our team will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
We understand the importance of a healthy, beautiful smile, and our use of state-of-the-art technology ensures that your restorative treatments are not only effective but also convenient and efficient. With CEREC and our expertise in ceramic restorations, you can trust that your smile is in the best possible hands.
If you’re interested in learning more about tooth-colored fillings, ceramic inlays, onlays, or CEREC technology, contact us today to schedule a consultation. We’re here to help you restore, protect, and enhance your smile for years to come.
Why Choose Tooth Care Pukekohe?
At Tooth Care Pukekohe, we are committed to delivering exceptional dental care with a focus on patient comfort, advanced technology, and long-lasting results. Whether you are looking for a discreet and durable tooth-colored filling or a high-quality ceramic inlay or onlay with the precision of CEREC technology, our team will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
We understand the importance of a healthy, beautiful smile, and our use of state-of-the-art technology ensures that your restorative treatments are not only effective but also convenient and efficient. With CEREC and our expertise in ceramic restorations, you can trust that your smile is in the best possible hands.
If you’re interested in learning more about tooth-colored fillings, ceramic inlays, onlays, or CEREC technology, contact us today to schedule a consultation. We’re here to help you restore, protect, and enhance your smile for years to come.