Why are inlays and onlays used for larger cavities or restorations?
Porcelain inlays / onlays work better for larger cavities or restorations because they cover the problem surface area more completely than simple amalgam or composite fillings. This is a two-visit procedure because the inlays/onlays need to be created at the lab to specifically fit your tooth or teeth. These porcelain products offer greater durability and are stain-repellent. The final results are fabulously natural looking. Another benefit to porcelain inlays/onlays is that your tooth structure may end up even stronger with fewer problems in the future since the inlay or onlay is actually adhered directly to the tooth. For more information, or to schedule a consultation in our Houston, Texas office, please email or call us today. Providing smile makeovers using white fillings in Houston and cosmetic dentistry for patients across the U.S., for international patients and in the Houston, Texas area including Bellaire, Friendswood, Galveston, Houston, Katy, Sugar Land and Woodlands.
