Crowns/Caps, Onlays & Inlays

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Naturally Beautiful Solutions for Restoring Problem Teeth

If you're self-conscious about your smile because of cracked, broken, decayed, or worn teeth, we can restore a healthy, natural-looking smile for you by applying dental crowns/caps, onlays or inlays to the problem teeth. In fact, with today's technology, materials, and advanced techniques, we can actually bring those teeth back to their original shape and function.

For example, for smaller areas requiring a filling, we can apply an 'inlay' made up of a composite resin material that actually bonds with the tooth structure and prevents further damage to the tooth. For larger problem areas, we can either apply a protective coating/filling called an 'onlay' where decay has taken its toll; or a porcelain 'crown' or 'cap' that provides coverage over the sides of the tooth as well. Designed to fit snugly and function as normal teeth, crowns/caps protect your teeth from further damage and preserve the your jaw's correct natural alignment. And with today's precise, natural-color matching systems, all porcelain crowns/caps are often preferred over precious metals. However, we're convinced that it's best to choose a material based first on the functional stress the tooth must endure, and then consider esthetic concerns.

Preparation & Customization

Dr. Henbest can easily evaluate your specific situation to determine which of these restoration treatments are most appropriate for you. Depending on the degree of restoration required, we can typically design and fit your crowns/caps, inlay or onlay in two simple steps: preparation and application. First, Dr. Henbest will carefully numb your mouth and prepare the recipient teeth by gently removing the outer portion. Based on years of experience, he'll carefully and judiciously eliminate any decayed or damaged areas, while also creating the proper shape and size to accommodate your restoration. If you're receiving an inlay, he'll go ahead and place the composite resin filling material, harden it with a special light, and shape it according to your natural dentition.

In the case of crowns/caps or onlays, he'll make a precise mold or impression of your teeth and send it to our special professional dental laboratory so that the specialists can produce a custom-fit. Typically, the production process requires one to two weeks, during which we'll protect your teeth and gums by fitting you with temporary acrylic resin crowns.

Application & Preservation

Once your restorations are ready, Dr. Henbest will remove the temporary crowns, then carefully fit and adjust the permanent ones into place. Then he'll take some time to carefully evaluate them for appearance, color match, bite discrepancies, and accuracy of fit. When he's satisfied with these criteria, he'll cement the crowns to each of the prepared teeth. Once Dr. Henbest has applied your crowns, you'll need to protect the base from bacterial growth by conscientiously brushing and flossing them. And of course, it's imperative that you maintain good professional care of your crowns through regular check-ups at our Rogers, AR office.

Optimal oral health and excellent customer service... expect it. Call our Rogers, AR dental office today to schedule your checkup or consultation with Dr. Henbest. We provide comprehensive dentistry for families from Rogers, Bentonville, Springdale, Bella Vista, Fayetteville, and surrounding communities.

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