A crown is sometimes known as a ‘cap’. Crowns are an ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling.
A crown could be used for a number of other reasons, for instance:
At Kingswood Dental, our comprehensive range of dental restoration options includes inlays and onlays.
Inlays and onlays are used in a similar way to fillings and are designed to help repair teeth that have been damaged by decay, injury or wear and tear. Another way of thinking about them is as a more conservative alternative to a crown. Onlays, for example, can be bonded to the structure of the tooth without removing as much of the healthy tooth. This makes it a minimally-invasive alternative to a crown while still restoring full function, and promoting the long-term health of the tooth.
What’s the difference between an inlay and a filling?
Inlays perform the same function as a filling but are used on teeth with a larger surface area. This means they’re most often used on teeth at the back of the mouth – these are the teeth that we use for chewing. The treatment for an inlay is very similar to that of a filling, although we may require you to come in for more than one appointment.
What’s the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
Unlike inlays and simple fillings, onlays repair the raised parts of the tooth that we often refer to as the ‘cusps’. With traditional onlays, they will be made at a dental laboratory and then fitted for you here at the practice.
Same Day Crowns, Inlays & Onlays using CEREC
At Kingswood Dental, we also offer same-day crowns, inlays & onlays using CEREC technology. This innovative system uses advanced digital scanning and computer-assisted milling to design and create your restoration right here in the clinic, often completing the entire process in a single visit. With CEREC, you can avoid multiple appointments and temporary restorations, enjoying a beautifully crafted, custom fit restoration on the same day. This modern approach combines convenience with precision, helping you achieve a comfortable, natural-looking result quickly.
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