Porcelain Fillings (Inlays/Onlays)
Indianapolis, Noblesville, Carmel - Indiana
Smile Makeover Specialist
As the most common cosmetic dentistry procedure, dental fillings are a fact of life that most adults will have to invest in. Everyone knows that fillings are the “go-to” treatment to protect and strengthen teeth that have been affected by decay. What many Indiana cosmetic dentistry patients may not know is that there are a variety of filling types and the quality levels can vary greatly. Despite the many choices, there is only one that we feel can do the job well by meeting high functional and aesthetic standards: the porcelain filling.
A Superior Cavity Solution
If bacteria has caused plaque to build up on the biting surfaces of a tooth, the enamel can be damaged, weakening a tooth and causing symptoms such as pain or sensitivity. In cases of minor decay, good dental hygiene and diet can halt the progression. However, if an area of decay has reached a certain size, your dentist may suggest treating it with a filling.
Porcelain fillings are being used more and more in today’s dental practices to provide a long-term, attractive solution to decay. When porcelain fillings are placed inside the tooth, less than one-third the width, they are referred to as inlays. When the porcelain restoration extends to the cusps of a tooth, it is referred to as an onlay.
The Benefits of Porcelain
At Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry & TMJ, we feel that offering the highest quality dental materials provides our patients with the best results. They do cost a little more than metal fillings, but our team believes the safety and appearance benefits are well worth it. Porcelain fillings are superior to metal fillings for a variety of reasons:
- Porcelain is a strong, durable material that can withstand a large amount of wear and tear.
- Porcelain fillings reflect light like natural enamel, creating a very natural result.
- Porcelain fillings can be colored to match your natural tooth shade.
- There is zero risk of toxicity from mercury, unlike metal fillings.
- There are no dark lines or grey areas in the filled tooth.
- Porcelain provides an effective seal, protecting damaged areas of enamel from further decay.
- Porcelain fillings are biocompatible (safe for use in the body) and can last many years.
- Unlike metal fillings which can expand and contract due to temperature changes, porcelain fillings will not crack or fracture a tooth.
If you need a tooth filling as a result of a cavity, find out more about the benefits of safe, natural-looking porcelain fillings. Please call or e-mail our Indiana cosmetic dentist today to set up a free smile makeover consultation.
Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry & TMJ
(800) 499-2141
14753 Hazel Dell Crossing Ste. 700 | Noblesville, IN 46062
(at the corner of 146th and Hazel Dell)
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