A dazzling smile can light up a room, radiating strength, confidence, and beauty.

For decades, dental restorations focused primarily on function, with aesthetics often taking a backseat. But with the incredible advancements in modern dentistry, restorations now offer both beauty and function. Today’s materials allow us to change not only the way your teeth look, but how they feel and function—boosting your confidence and enhancing your smile.

Because your mouth is a focal point of your face, it plays a key role in both how you see yourself and how others perceive you. Smiling communicates a wide range of emotions, and it’s universally recognized across cultures and languages.

• The average adult smiles upwards of 20 times a day, and children smile as much as 400 times daily.

• Studies show that smiles can be contagious, helping lift moods and reduce stress.

• Smiling can even lower blood pressure!

As smiles have evolved, so have the materials used to restore them. In the past, silver-colored amalgam fillings were a common sight. Today, however, these fillings are becoming increasingly rare, replaced by more natural-looking, durable alternatives like inlays and onlays.

If you’ve ever hesitated to smile due to visible amalgam fillings or compromised restorations, inlays and onlays could be the perfect solution to brighten your smile.

What Are Inlays & Onlays?

Inlays and onlays are advanced, tooth-colored restorations used to treat premolars and molars damaged by decay. They are custom-made to fit precisely into the cavity left by the decay, providing a stronger, more natural-looking solution than traditional fillings.

• Inlay: Fits into the biting surface between the cusps of the tooth.

• Onlay: Covers one or more of the tooth’s cusps.

Unlike silver fillings, inlays and onlays require minimal removal of healthy tooth structure. Only the decayed or damaged part of the tooth is removed, preserving the natural integrity of your tooth.

These restorations are custom-made in a lab after an impression of your prepared tooth is taken. During the waiting period, we’ll place a temporary filling to protect your tooth until the inlay or onlay is ready.

5 Reasons Inlays & Onlays Might Be Right for You

1. Undetectable: They blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.

2. Strengthen Teeth: They help prevent further damage or breakage.

3. Durable and Beautiful: They rival the strength and appearance of your natural tooth.

4. Long-Lasting: With proper care, inlays and onlays can last up to 15 years.

5. Confidence Boost: Restore the strength and beauty of your smile, and make a lasting impression!

With today’s advanced dental materials, there’s no need to hide your dental work. If you’re ready to replace old fillings with the natural strength and sheen of inlays or onlays, contact Granada Dental.

We’re here to help restore your smile with treatments that look as good as they feel. Call us at (780) 464-6266 today!