Inlay and Onlay Porcelain Filling

Inlay and onlay porcelain fillings are types of aesthetic fillings used to restore decayed, broken or damaged areas of teeth. These fillings are usually used on the back teeth and provide a natural appearance while strengthening the damaged area of the tooth.

Inlay and onlay fillings are made of porcelain materials specially prepared in the laboratory and offer a more durable and aesthetic solution. Inlay fillings are fillings placed inside the decayed or damaged area of the tooth. Onlay fillings are fillings placed over the damaged area of the tooth.

Inlay and onlay filling applications usually include the following steps:

Preparation: The dentist cleans and properly prepares the decayed or damaged area. This involves removing damaged tooth tissue and creating an ideal filling bed.

Taking an impression: The dentist takes an impression of the prepared tooth. These impressions are sent to the laboratory and used for the customised porcelain filling.

Temporary filling: While the impressions are being processed in the laboratory, the dentist places a temporary filling. This temporary filling protects the tooth and is temporarily shaped to provide an aesthetic appearance.

Porcelain filling placement: The inlay or onlay filling prepared in the laboratory is checked by the dentist. The filling is properly placed on the tooth and precisely adjusted. The dentist uses a suitable adhesive to firmly bond the filling to the tooth.

Inlay and onlay fillings offer an aesthetic result by adapting to the natural tooth colour. In addition, since porcelain material is durable, it is long-lasting and restores the original function of the tooth. These fillings maintain the structural integrity of the teeth and prevent the progression of tooth decay or damage.

Inlay and onlay fillings are a special treatment method applied by dentists. Mandarindent will assess the condition of your tooth and recommend the most appropriate treatment option.