Inlays and Onlays

All Coast Dental in Pacific, CA, is committed to making sure you have a smile that you can be proud of, which is why we offer cosmetic dentistry services to help rebuild your smile. Dental inlays are used to replace a small portion of a tooth that is missing, which is similar to how fillings are used, only now inlays are made of tooth-colored ceramic or porcelain instead of gold. Inlays fit inside the tooth and undergo a bonding process that improves the overall strength of the tooth. Like inlays, dental onlays also fit inside the tooth except they extend to the chewing surface at the back of the tooth to replace a missing cusp. Onlays were also made of gold, undergoing a similar bonding process.

The procedure begins by removing the decayed material from the tooth. A mold is then taken and sent to the lab to create the inlay or onlay. It takes about two to three weeks for the inlay or onlay to be made, so in the meantime, a temporary inlay or onlay is placed on the tooth. When the process of making the inlay or outlay is completed, it is set on the tooth with cement.

Prevention is the best way to avoid sitting under the drill. Regular flossing and brushing will decrease the chances of needing these procedures done since cavities and tooth decay are at the root of these issues. 

Do you think you can benefit from inlays or onlays? We would be happy to address any questions or concerns you may have. All Coast Dental is located at 2180 Garnet Ave., Suite 1-K, in Pacific, CA 92109. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit allcoastdental.net or call 858-270-4904.

 

Inlays/Onlays

Inlays/onlays are a cosmetic procedure that is often thought of as being partial crowns. They restore shape and function to the tooth. Drs. Joseph Boulos and Julie Boulos offer inlays/onlays at All Coast Dental, located in Pacific Beach, CA. After the procedure, your teeth will look and act exactly as you’ve always wanted them to.

 

Inlays/onlays are largely focused on not just restoring your tooths appearance but also its purpose. The functionality of the tooth is restored and strengthened by inlays/onlays. They also prevent further damage to the teeth.

 

The difference between the two depends on the severity of the decay. When your tooth is largely intact, specifically the cusps, then an inlay is needed. It can be directly placed onto the tooth. This is not the case with extreme decay. When damage is extensive, an onlay will extend onto the chewing surface to replace any damaged cusps.

 

The entire procedure takes two or three appointments with Drs. Boulos. Before the inlays/onlays are placed the decayed tissue must be removed. An impression will be made after. A dental laboratory will use this impression to create the inlay/onlay. This guarantees that it will fit both in shape and appearance to your teeth. The laboratory will take between two to three weeks to complete your restorative device. A temporary inlay/onlay will be given while you wait. You will receive your permanent restorative device at your final appointment.

 

Drs. Joseph Boulos and Julie Boulos are available by appointment at All Coast Dental. We are located in Pacific Beach, CA. To schedule your appointment, visit our website or call 858-270-4904.