Inlays and Onlays in Nashville TN
Most people encounter tooth decay and cavities that require repair at some point. At Poff Dental Associates, we offer several options for restoring a tooth damaged by decay or a fracture—dental fillings, inlays, onlays, and crowns.
But which option is right for you? Let’s learn more about how Dr. Poff determines the best treatment option for your needs.
When Do We Recommend a Dental Filling?
A filling is ideal for small areas of decay within the tooth. When we spot tooth decay early on, tooth-colored composite resin allows us to create a filling to repair the damage. Since composite resin is customizable, we can seamlessly blend it with the shade of your tooth to complement your smile.
Composite fillings are durable and aesthetically pleasing and don’t compromise as much tooth structure during placement as metal amalgam fillings.
Why Choose Inlays or Onlays?
Here are some reasons Dr. Poff may recommend an inlay or onlay for your smile.
Superior Strength
An inlay or onlay is more substantial and can provide better strength and stability than a composite filling.
Less Aggressive
An onlay preserves more natural tooth structure and is more conservative if the tooth is not yet ready for a crown.
Better Longevity
An inlay or onlay is customized to provide better longevity and may prevent a tooth from needing a crown.
Meet Our Doctors:
Dr. Justin Poff
Dr. Justin Poff's journey in dentistry began in West Memphis, Arkansas. A graduate of the prestigious Arkansas School for Math and Sciences in 2003, he went on to earn a ...
Dr. Alwan
Dr. Dunn
Dr. Dale Dunn's commitment to dentistry began in his hometown of Nashville, where he graduated from John Overton High School in 1970. His pursuit of knowledge led him to the ...
What Are Inlays and Onlays?
Dr. Poff may recommend an inlay or onlay for larger areas of decay, fracture, or damage in your tooth. Inlays and onlays in Nashville are customized fillings made of ceramic porcelain, and we can use CEREC technology to complete your restoration in one appointment.
An inlay repairs damage to your tooth in between the cusps, whereas an onlay handles larger areas around your tooth's outside edges and cusps.
When Do We Recommend Dental Crowns in Nashville?
A crown restores the entire tooth structure damaged by significant decay, a fracture, or a crack. It completely covers the remaining tooth structure with a porcelain restoration designed to closely mimic the shape and shade of your natural tooth.
Crowns are ideal for teeth with severe damage that fillings, inlays, or onlays can’t restore.
He also filled two of my lower teeth and I didn’t feel any discomfort during procedure.
Dr. Alwan is an excellent dentist. He made me a new set of upper dentures and I am very happy with them. He also filled two of my lower teeth and I didn’t feel any discomfort during procedure. I will recommend him to everyone.
-Joyce
Do You Have a Tooth in Need of Repair?
If you have a tooth compromised by decay or a fracture, Dr. Poff can help determine what kind of restoration is right for your needs.
Inlays and onlays allow us to take a conservative approach, and our goal is always to preserve as much of your natural tooth structure as possible.
You can request an appointment with Poff Dental Associates online or call our team at (615) 662-2400 to book an evaluation.