We offer dental inlay treatment to prevent cavities from turning into root canals. Inlays/Onlays are indirect restorations using Emax (the type of material we use) fillings that our laboratory makes based on your tooth impression. Then we bond it to your tooth with a composite.
Dental Inlay Treatment vs. Dental Onlay Treatment
What’s the difference between dental inlay treatment and dental onlay treatment? The main distinction between an onlay and an inlay is that an onlay will cover a cusp of the tooth, whereas an inlay only fills the area between the cusps. The cavity is still drilled from the tooth, and an onlay is fabricated to the exact size and shape of the space. Inlay treatment involves filling a large cavity with a solid piece of Emax, custom-made to match the space left after removing the infected area of the tooth. The upside to an inlay is that they do not contract to the same degree as a filling after being placed, so there is less chance of the restoration failing for that reason, or creating a gap between the filling and the surrounding tooth structure. Onlay treatment is considered a less aggressive alternative to a dental crown.
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At Pasha Dental Group we specialize in General, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Los Angeles (near Mar Vista). Dr. Nazli Majd aims to make your visit as comfortable as possible, feel free to make an appointment online today.
