Am i correct in thinking an inlay wouldnt offer any benefits to a normal filling other than aesthetic
Q. Dr Solanki, I have a dilemma I hope you cna help me resolve. Im 29, have good upper back teeth apart from one (3rd from back) that I used to have a mildly annoying discomfort from when running. WIth hindsight I would have left it! but my dentist proceeded to root canal it and I now have a huge black filling after a few attempts to resolve. A little piece at the back recently chipped off and has been refilled. My dentist is suggesting an ceramic inlay or a crown. Am i correct in thinking an inlay wouldnt offer any benefits to a normal filling other than aesthetic? Secondly, would you suggest fitting a crown now (destroying a lot of tooth) or leaving it until it really needs it if it cracks etc? Many thanks in advance
A. An inlay/onlay are good for aesthetic reasons- but also offer strength from the material used. For overall protection- if the tooth is heavily filled, perhaps a crown may be the best option.
It’s hard for me to comment as I haven’t had chance to asess the tooth, but you ideally need to discuss all of these concerns with your dentist before going ahead with any treatment. You need to make sure that you are 100% confident and sure about it.
It’s hard for me to comment as I haven’t had chance to asess the tooth, but you ideally need to discuss all of these concerns with your dentist before going ahead with any treatment. You need to make sure that you are 100% confident and sure about it.
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