Save Teeth With Partial Crowns

Sometimes a filling isn't enough to fix your dental problem, but a full crown may be too much. When this happens, Dr. Sherilyn Harper, Dr. Scott Wingard, and Dr. Caleb Morris of Summerville Dentistry offer same-day partial crowns in Augusta, and Evans, GA, and help you decide if a partial crown is best for you.

What is a Partial Crown?

Inlays and onlays are partial crowns. If your tooth is damaged, it may not always be fixable with a simple filling. However, an inlay or only can be used instead to repair the tooth. 

Patients receiving a partial crown usually have mild-to-moderate damage to their teeth. Usually, this is caused by decay or minor chipping. The inlays and onlays protect the underlying tooth from further damage and bacteria while preserving your smile.

What is the Difference Between Inlays and Onlays?

Inlays and onlays are very similar but used for different areas of the tooth.

Inlays

An inlay sits on the cusps of a tooth. You can feel the cusps, also known as points, of the tooth because they are the four raise points on top of your molars. The inlay sits within these points.

Onlays

Unlike an inlay, onlays cover one or more cusps and sits slightly more prominently to cover them.

Both inlays and onlays are applied using the same procedure. Your dentist will determine the exact location and extent of the damage to decide which is best for you and your needs.

How Do I Care for My Inlay or Onlay?

When you compare the treatment of a partial versus a full crown, the partial crown is the more conservative approach and requires minimal preparation because less of the tooth will need to be removed to fit the inlay or onlay.

You want to preserve as much of a tooth as possible, so if the damage is minimal enough, inlays and onlays offer restoration while losing less tooth structure.

You won't need any special maintenance, but your dentist will offer some tips for proper oral hygiene that will help prolong the life of your partial crowns in Augusta, and Evans, GA. Floss carefully and brush your teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush to prevent tooth decay.

At Summerville Dentistry, Dr. Harper, Dr. Wingard, and Dr. Morris offer same-day crowns in Augusta, and Evans, GA. They are a permanent and cost-effective solution to restoring your smile. Call us today for an appointment in Augusta at (706) 738-4723, or in Evans at (706) 250-2998.

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