Veneers are wafer-thin ceramic “sheets,” which are attached to the tooth surface with a special adhesive. Veneers can hide ugly discolorations, gaps in the patient’s teeth, or cracks in the anterior regions of the mouth. The material used is translucent, tooth colored, and allows a nearly perfect tooth pattern.
Also, it is biologically very compatible. This short post will discuss veneers and inlays, two of the most popular types of restorative dentistry in Butler PA.
How are veneers attached?
First, the teeth are cleaned to remove tartar and debris. Then, to increase their durability, a minimal layer is removed from the enamel, and a mold of the tooth is taken. In this mold, the master technicians manufacture the patient’s veneer. This not only guarantees the highest possible precision but also allows optimal individual adaptation.
After the dentist puts the veneer in place, it is attached to the tooth under special protective measures, such as a rubber dam stretched across the teeth, using a very elaborate adhesive technique. Restorative Dentistry in Butler PA can be expensive, so keep that in mind. Under normal conditions, veneers last for many years, and the risk of them loosening is very low. However, an aligner is recommended for long-term durability in people who grind their teeth at night because grinding can cause the veneers to crack or chip.
Understanding inlays
Inlays are used to treat posterior defects. These are inserted fillings for teeth, which are produced in a dental laboratory. The advantage of an inlay is that significantly fewer amounts of the healthy tooth must be ground than it would be for a crown. The tooth is thereby optimally protected. In contrast to a partial gold crown, a ceramic inlay is tooth-colored.
Where is the difference between a normal filling and an inlay?
Inlays can be made of gold or ceramic. In this case, ceramic inlays have a much longer shelf life than conventional fillings. Modern materials make it possible to reconstruct the patient’s anatomical tooth structure without the addition of cement and metal frameworks.
Ceramics are as hard as the natural enamel and therefore do not wear off, unlike other restorative materials. It does not discolor and looks unchanged even after years. Schedule an appointment for more information.
