Saving a Fractured Tooth with Onlay Procedure

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$fractured-tooth-12$ We have found that the wisest way to preserve back teeth for a lifetime is to strengthen the weak ones before they fracture. The most conservative way to do this is through the use of Onlays in either porcelain or gold.

An onlay replaces the part of the tooth that has been previously filled and also covers the entire chewing surface to prevent future breakage. When correctly done, an onlay strengthens and protects – without covering the sides of the tooth. Unlike mercury amalgam, gold and porcelain do not corrode and leak. That is why an onlay lasts so long. $fractured-tooth-2$

These tooth restorations, like crowns and inlays are done in two sittings. At the first, the tooth is prepared to receive the restoration, an impression is made of the prepared tooth and then a provisional (temporary) restoration is placed on the tooth. The impression is then sent to a laboratory where the permanent restoration is manufactured for your tooth. While this is going on, you are going about your daily business.

$fractured-tooth-3$ Then about two weeks later, after the first appointment you will return. The provisional is removed and the permanent restoration is literally fused to your tooth with a strong biocompatible bonding agent. Your bite is checked and when completed, you will enjoy a nice beautiful strong tooth. $fractured-tooth-Onlay$