Crowns, Inlays and Onlays

Crowns, Inlays and Onlays

Bio-Compatible, Cosmetic Dental Care in La Mesa, CA

At Smilehaven Dental, we offer a variety of general and cosmetic dental treatments to patients of all ages in the La Mesa and San Diego area. We focus on bio-compatible dentistry, which means that we believe in embracing how oral health and overall health are connected. We also know how important a beautiful smile is to your self-esteem and confidence. Using the latest dental procedures and the most effective technology in the industry, Dr. Chan and his friendly staff provide cosmetic dental solutions guaranteed to restore your smile to perfection. Whether your teeth are decayed, cracked or damaged, we offer crowns, inlays and onlays. Read on to learn how we can help restore your smile.

Crowns

When a tooth is cracked, damaged or decayed, a custom-made crown is often used to cover the tooth. Crowns can be made from only zirconium . Although porcelain has the most natural appearance, it is often less durable and prone to cracking. Our office prefers Zirconium crowns which has a natural appearance, considered to be the most durable and are bio-compatible.

What To Expect During Your Treatment

The process usually consists of two to three visits over a period of about a month. You can also expect the following to happen during your treatment:

Caring For Your Crown

Once we complete your procedure, you will have to follow a strict dental hygiene regimen that includes daily brushing and flossing, which is essential for maintaining healthy, bacteria-free teeth, gums and crowns. Proper oral hygiene also prevents gum disease and will help your crowns last a lifetime.

Learn more about dental crowns

Inlays and Onlays

Dr. Chan also provides inlays and onlays as a great alternative to traditional fillings. Inlays and onlays are indirect restorations because less of the tooth structure needs to be removed. Most patients receive this sort of dental procedure when they are experiencing the following problems:

Basically, inlays work by fitting within the contours of the biting surface of a tooth. Onlays, on the other hand, cover a portion or the entire chewing surface. Both inlays and onlays can be made from porcelain, gold or composite resin and are securely bonded to your tooth once they are made.

Advantages Of Inlays And Onlays

Inlays and onlays come with many advantages, including the following:

What To Expect When You Receive Inlays Or Onlays

The process for placing inlays and onlays generally requires two or more visits with Dr. Chan and may include the following procedures:

How To Take Care Of Your Inlay Or Onlay

Caring for your inlay/onlay is similar to caring for a crown. Per usual, a proper oral hygiene regimen is required to ensure the success and longevity of your new restoration. Once you have your inlay/onlay, be sure to brush and floss on a regular basis. This will prevent any future problems, such as gum disease.

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Book An Appointment with
SmileHaven Dental Center

Contact SmileHaven Dental Center in La Mesa at 619-464-2801 to schedule an appointment for dental crowns, inlays or onlays to improve your smile and confidence. Our premier San Diego dentists treat patients from La Mesa, Spring Valley, Santee, Lakeside, and many other surrounding areas throughout San Diego.

The Smilehaven Dental Center Difference

One of the things that sets us apart from other La Mesa and El Cajon, CA cosmetic dentists is that we place a strong emphasis on holistic dentistry. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, holistic dentistry is a focus on a person’s entire body during dental care instead of just the mouth. We utilize bio-compatible whole body dentistry and think about how your dental condition and our treatment will affect your systemic health. We’re strong believers that a person’s oral health is deeply tied with his or her systemic health and with the help of our holistic dentistry, we’ll have both your mouth and your body feeling as good as ever!

Book an Appointment

If you’re interested in crowns, inlays, onlays or any of our other cosmetic dentistry services, we encourage you to stop by and visit us sometime! To schedule an appointment with your holistic dentist in La Mesa feel free to fill out our online appointment request form or give us a call at (619) 464-2801. We can’t wait to see you and help you attain an even more beautiful smile!