Inlays & Onlays provided by Osborne Dentistry in Lebanon, OR
 If you are experiencing discomfort in your teeth or gums and are ready to get your oral health back on track, we have a quality dental care team that can get you the best treatment that fits your condition. Come see our professionals at Osborne Dentistry for a dental exam to identify the cause of your discomfort.A dental exam is the first step on your journey to a brighter and healthier smile. Once you have completed your exam, our team will work with you to develop a custom treatment plan tailored to meet your needs. This will include follow-up exams and any necessary steps to improve the function and appearance of your smile. What Happens During a Dental Exam?A dental exam is a simple and non-invasive oral health procedure. During your exam, our professionals will carefully inspect every area of your oral cavity, including your gums and other soft tissue. Your exam will be accompanied by a professional teeth cleaning. One of our team members will brush and floss your teeth, as well as check for symptoms of chronic conditions such as gum disease. We check for gum disease by measuring the depth of the naturally occurring pockets that exist between your teeth and gums. Once this is completed, we will also conduct an oral cancer screening to check for any abnormalities. If this is your first exam with us, you will likely get X-rays as well. These images allow our professionals to better understand your oral health needs and get a complete view of your oral cavity. X-rays are updated as needed. How Often Do I Need a Dental Exam?According to the American Dental Association, you should receive an oral exam and cleaning every six months. Exams conducted in these intervals allows our team to monitor your oral health and provide feedback on your oral hygiene practices. Regular exams are also important because they allow our team to diagnose and treat any oral health conditions much earlier. If left untreated, conditions like decay can become substantially more serious and require multiple procedures to correct. What If a Cavity Is Found?If our team locates a cavity during your dental exam, we will let you know during your visit and discuss treatment options with you. The treatment that our team recommends will vary based on how severe the decay is. Minor cavities can often be treated during the very same visit through the use of a dental filling. When placing a filling, we will administer a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable during the procedure. We will then drill out any decayed material from your tooth. A composite material is used to pack the hole and protect your tooth from further decay. This material will harden after our team finishes molding and shaping it. Schedule an AppointmentThere is no need to wait until you are experiencing dental health issues to see a dental professional. Preventative treatment such as receiving regular dental exams is the key to a lifetime of good oral health. If you are ready to schedule your exam with our professionals at Osborne Dentistry, then you can contact us at 541-451-4300 today. |
Inlays and Onlays Chances are, you have probably heard of fillings or crowns being used to treat a tooth that has a cavity or decay. Fillings are typically used for very small cavities, while a crown is necessary when there is damage throughout the tooth. However, some tooth damage falls somewhere in the middle and requires an alternative treatment.This is exactly why our professionals at Osborne Dentistry offer inlays and onlays as a dental restoration option. This treatment serves as the middle ground between both extremes, allowing our team to be more flexible with treatment options and give you the perfect restoration for any situation. What Is an Inlay?An inlay is considered an indirect restoration and is stronger than a traditional filling. Inlays are used to repair decay in between the cusps of your teeth. In order to make an inlay, we will create a mold of the tooth that is in need of repair. This mold is sent to a lab where your inlay is created. When your inlay is finished, you will return for the procedure. Our professionals will administer a local anesthetic so that you are pain-free during the installation. We will then remove the decayed material using a dental drill. The inlay is installed using dental cement and your repair is complete. What Is an Onlay?Onlays are similar to inlays. They are manufactured in the same manner and follow a similar installation process. The only difference between the two is that an onlay extends onto the cusp of your damaged tooth but does not completely encapsulate it like a crown. What Are Inlays and Onlays Made Of?Both onlays and inlays can be manufactured from a variety of materials. If you want your restoration to match the color of your natural tooth, then it will need to be manufactured from porcelain or composite material. Porcelain provides the best color-match. Some patients are more concerned with durability rather than whether or not the inlay is matched to the color of their tooth. When this is the case, our team may recommend that you receive an inlay or onlay out of gold. Gold provides the best strength out of any material choice and is popular for those who want to add an accent to their repaired tooth. Do Inlays and Onlays Last?Inlays and onlays last longer than a traditional filling because they use stronger materials and are precision-made to fit exactly in the space that they are repairing. They can last anywhere from 10 to as long as 20 years. This will depend on how well you care for them and what material they are made from. To achieve the longest life, you will need to have an inlay made out of gold or porcelain. If you would like to learn more about inlays and onlays or are ready to have your smile restored, you should come to see our highly-skilled team at Osborne Dentistry. Scheduling an appointment is as easy as calling our office at 541-451-4300. |