Porcelain Inlays and Onlays Questions

in Virginia Beach, VA

• What are the benefits of porcelain inlays and onlays?
• What is dental porcelain?
• What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
• How long does the procedure take?
• Your question not here?

What are the benefits of porcelain inlays and onlays?
Porcelain inlays and onlays have a number of benefits over other dental repair options. Dental porcelain looks just like your natural tooth enamel, and is strong enough that it actually strengthens your natural teeth.

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What is dental porcelain?
Dental porcelain is a specially formulated mix of ceramic porcelain and other ingredients specially formulated to replicate the color, texture, and translucency of your natural teeth, so your porcelain inlays and onlays will be indistinguishable. And porcelain doesn't expand and contract like metal amalgam does, so your inlays and onlays are not as susceptible to damage or as likely to damage your teeth as metal fillings are.

Dental porcelain is also stronger and sturdier than most dental filler material, so your porcelain inlays and onlays can actually strengthen your teeth and may last as long as thirty years.

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What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
The difference between a porcelain inlay and an onlay is that a porcelain inlay covers only the biting surface of the tooth, at the top; while a porcelain onlay extends to cover the sides of the tooth as well.

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How long does the procedure take?
The procedures for a porcelain inlay or onlay takes place over two office visits—first to prepare the tooth and take the mold that will be used to create your inlay or onlay, and then a second visit to affix your porcelain inlay or onlay, and make any final adjustments.

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Your question not here?
Are you ready for a dazzling smile?  Please call our porcelain inlays and onlays specialists at Virginia Beach dentistry offices today. We'll answer your cosmetic dentistry questions and schedule your comprehensive evaluation.

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