Solutions for decayed or cracked teeth, broken down or snapped teeth, and when changing old mercury fillings.
Also known as composite fillings. These are made of a plastic material mixed with small glass particles, and are tooth coloured.
After preparing the tooth, the composite filling is placed in layers into the area to be repaired and hardened with a special light. Once the defect is filled the composite is finished, and polished to fit the tooth and reduce discoloration and staining.
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They are fillings traditionally made of gold but now are made of porcelain, ceramic or composite. They are used to repair moderately damaged back teeth and need to be strong to withstand the grinding pressure of these teeth.
Inlays are glued into place and are contained within the cusp tips of the tooth. A special glue is used to increase the strength of the bond.
Onlays Made of the same materials as inlays, used for extensive repair that covers the tooth cusps. Onlays are much stronger than any type of filling and actually increase the strength of the tooth.Made of the same materials as inlays, used for extensive repair that covers the tooth cusps.
Onlays are much stronger than any type of filling and actually increase the strength of the tooth.
The fitting of inlays and onlays usually requires two dental visits.
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Tooth decay, root canal treatment and large restorations can weaken the teeth’s structure and make them prone to fracture or breakage. Crowns act like helmets that go around the tooth and protect the tooth from further breakage.