Ceramic Onlays
A ceramic onlay is a minimally invasive, modern alternative to a full crown. A ceramic onlay is a custom-made restoration designed to protect and strengthen a tooth that has been weakened by root canal treatment, grinding your teeth, or due to fracture or decay.
Ceramic Onlays
Traditional crowns require extensive tooth reduction, often sacrificing healthy tooth structure. In comparison, biomimetic onlays are designed to conserve as much of your natural tooth as possible, only removing the damaged part of the tooth.
Thanks to modern adhesive techniques and materials we can bond the ceramic onlay to the tooth without aggressive removal of the tooth. This helps to prevent a root canal in the future.
Choosing a biomimetic onlay means choosing a restoration that respects the natural structure and characteristics of your tooth while providing the necessary strength and protection.
How are ceramic onlays made?
The damaged part of your tooth is removed leaving behind a healthy base. Bio-Pro Dental Studio makes your custom made ceramic onlay with extreme precision matching the colour and shape of your tooth. The onlay is then bonded, with modern adhesive materials, to your tooth to completely cover and protect your cavity. This process usually takes two sessions to complete.
What are the benefits of a ceramic onlays compared to a traditional full crown?
- They are minimally invasive and don’t require as much tooth preparation and destruction compared to a traditional crown.
- They help strengthen your tooth and prevent future breaks.
- They match the colour of your teeth making them hardly noticeable.
- They help prevent a root canal in the future.
For minimally invasive treatment, book an appointment at Smile Inc, we are located in Centurion.
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