Although dental decay or cavities can often be treated with an amalgam fitting, on occasion, the decay will affect parts of the tooth that require a patient to undergo a different treatment option, such as porcelain onlays. This is often the case if a patient is suffering from a dental fracture. At the practice of Marc Berley, DMD, our
West Long Branch cosmetic dentist will assess your particular situation and determine whether or not you would benefit from this form of treatment. If you have any questions about porcelain onlays, he will be happy to address your concerns.
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When a patient is in need of a filling, generally, a dentist will use an amalgam filling to correct the problem. Amalgam fillings have been in use for many years, and they represent a durable and effective option for dealing with dental decay. However, there are instances in which an alternate material may be necessary to correct a problem that cannot be fixed in the usual ways. In such instances, your
West Long Branch cosmetic dentist may suggest a porcelain onlay. A patient may be in need of a porcelain onlay if, for example, he or she has a cuspal fracture. Such problems, if not addressed in a more conservative manner, could often require the elimination of the cusps altogether. In such cases, a dentist would then restore the tooth with a crown. A porcelain onlay, however, allows patients to avoid this, allowing the overall structure of the tooth to remain intact.
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West Long Branch cosmetic dentist Dr. Marc Berley has worked hard to make sure that all of his patients experience superior dental care. He believes in educating his patients on the ways in which they can avoid major dental work, but he also knows that, if dental work is required, patients feel most comfortable when they are treated by a dentist who can explain to them their options and let them know why a certain procedure may be necessary. If you end up in a situation where the best way to preserve your dental health is to have a porcelain onlay applied, Dr. Berley will make sure to answer all of your questions so that you understand the effect of this treatment.
