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Crowns & Onlays

Dental crowns and onlays are custom-made restorations that repair and strengthen damaged teeth, restoring their shape, size, strength, and appearance while preserving more of your natural tooth structure than traditional options.

What is?

A crown is a cap that completely covers a damaged tooth, while an onlay is a partial crown that covers the damaged portion of the tooth without encasing it completely, preserving more of your natural tooth structure.

Who is it for?

Ideal candidates include those with large fillings, cracked or fractured teeth, teeth with significant decay, worn down teeth, teeth that have undergone root canal therapy, or teeth that need cosmetic improvement in shape or color.

What are the benefits?

Benefits include strengthened tooth structure, protection from further damage, improved appearance, restored functionality for proper chewing, long-lasting durability, and preservation of more natural tooth structure with onlays compared to full crowns.

Is it painful?

The procedure involves minimal discomfort. Local anesthesia is used during tooth preparation, and any temporary sensitivity after placement typically resolves within a few days.

First Steps?

Treatment begins with a comprehensive examination to determine if a crown or onlay is appropriate, followed by discussing material options (porcelain, ceramic, metal, or combination) based on tooth location, function, and aesthetic needs.
What to expect on the day?

During the procedure, your dentist will prepare the tooth by removing decay and shaping it, take precise digital or physical impressions, and place a temporary restoration while your custom crown or onlay is being fabricated.
Recovery?

Recovery is minimal. You may experience slight sensitivity for a few days. Most patients resume normal activities immediately, though you may need to avoid sticky or hard foods until your permanent restoration is placed.

Can it be combined with other procedures?

Yes, crowns and onlays are often combined with root canal therapy, other fillings, or as part of a smile makeover with multiple restorations for comprehensive treatment.

How Long?

The process typically requires 2 visits over 2-3 weeks. The first appointment for preparation and impressions takes 60-90 minutes, while the second visit for permanent placement takes 30-60 minutes. With proper care, crowns and onlays can last 5+ years.

Restrictions?

Avoid extremely hard foods like ice or nuts that could damage the restoration. Maintain excellent oral hygiene, including regular brushing, flossing around the crown or onlay, and attending routine dental check-ups.

Crowns & Onlays

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What are the benefits?

Is it painful?

First Steps?

What to expect on the day?

Recovery?

Can it be combined with other procedures?

How Long?

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