Tooth restoration technology has been advancing considerably, and Dentist of Bixby Knolls is proud to offer the latest innovations. For teeth that need to be repaired, but still retain enough structure, we use inlay and onlay restoration. With the power of CEREC technology, we can restore your teeth in just one visit.
Teeth can get damaged in a number of ways, including erosion over time, cavities, and accidents such as biting down hard on a solid object such as a fork.
When teeth are damaged, at Dentist of Bixby Knolls we have a number of ways of restoring teeth to their full function and beauty. Ideally, we prefer to restore existing teeth and keep them intact, than remove and replace natural teeth with false teeth. To do this, we use a number of different methods of tooth restoration in Bixby Knolls, and inlay and onlay restoration can be a great option.
Two of the most common ways to restore damaged teeth are dental fillings and crowns. A dental filling is used when minor restoration is needed. Dental crowns are used for major restoration of extremely damaged teeth.
In the middle of these two extremes, we have inlay and onlay restoration. Inlay or onlay restoration provides added strength to teeth that a dental filling does not, but inlays and onlays are smaller than crowns.
An inlay or an onlay is a small piece of tooth-colored ceramic that is secured to the top of the tooth to strengthen it. These two related types of restorations add sturdy material to the teeth without completely covering the tooth like a cap/crown.
A dental inlay is a small piece of customized ceramic that fits in between the cusps of the teeth to provide a secure covering over a weakened tooth area.
A dental onlay works similarly to a restorative inlay, only the onlay is bigger and lays on the top of the tooth and covers part of the side, like a partial crown.
Dentist of Bixby Knolls uses CEREC technology to quickly create custom inlays or onlays that can be measured, created, and placed in a single session. You can have your teeth restored in as little as an hour or less!
Dentist of Bixby Knolls uses inlay and onlay restoration for the many great benefits including:
Inlay and onlay restoration is quite durable and can last for as much as 30 years.
With inlays and onlays, less tooth material needs to be removed for placement than with dental crows.
Inlays and onlays can be easily customized to fit your natural teeth and blend in.
Dentist of Bixby Knolls specializes in fast, high-quality inlay and onlay restorations that are cost-effective for patients. The price for inlay or onlay restoration in North Long Beach varies based on the type of restoration chosen. Your dental insurance may cover some of this cost because these types of restorations are usually functional and not cosmetic. Additionally, Dentist of Bixby Knolls offers financing and payment plans to help you get the dental care you need.
If you need an inlay or onlay restoration in North Long Beach, contact us today at (562) 287-5175 to schedule your appointment at Dentist of Bixby Knolls.
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