Hunts Cross Dental Centre
14 Mackets Lane,
Hunts Cross,
Liverpool,
L25 0LQ
Tel: 0151 486 2697
Fax: 0151 2807676
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An inlay is a type of filling that is made in the laboratory and then bonded into the tooth to be restored to bring it back to its natural shape. If a tooth is heavily broken down, a tooth coloured filling is not always strong enough to last very long, and if a lot of the existing tooth has been lost a crown may not be the best option. This is where inlays are ideal. Because they are made in the laboratory they can be carefully shaped to match the teeth before they are finally put in your mouth. They cost more than a simple filling but where indicated they provide a better solution.
Inlays used to be made from gold. A well made and fitted gold inlay is an excellent restoraation which will last for a very long time. They are indicated where a lot of tooth substance is missing in the back teeth. Porcelain Inlays are now a more esthetic choice. they are shaded to match the colour of the surrounding tooth, and if carefully designed will also last a long time. Inlays can also be made from some of the newer materials such as Artglass. The most suitable type is always discussed with you on a consultation appointment.
The procedure is similar to a crown, the tooth which is to have the inlay is carefully shaped, an impression is taken of the tooth which is sent to a dental laboratory. The laboratory makes the inlay which is then bonded into the tooth on a second visit.
Well fitted inlays will provide a high quality tooth coloured restoration which will provide many years service if correctly maintained.