Onlay is a mixture of filling and coating. It is used on decayed teeth that are not deep and do not require root canal treatment. There may be different causes of tooth deterioration. Therefore, examinations before the application are important. The patient should fully explain his/her complaints about dental health. The application schedule is determined with these examination processes. If the decay in the tooth has not reached the nerves, filling can be done. Otherwise, detailed different procedures may be required. In these cases, the application stages can be listed as follows:
- The problem is diagnosed by examination. A method appropriate to the level of decay is determined.
- If an onlay ceramic filling can be made, the activity starts.
- Anesthesia is used to prevent the sensation of pain.
- The decayed layer of the tooth is carved out to create the area where the filling will be made.
- The patient bites the bite stick with a soft surface. The shape of the part of the tooth to be filled is formed in the medium-hard paste-like material.
- The filling is prepared in a size suitable for the shape. Production is done by hand or with a mechanical device. Preparation of the filling may take 1 week.
- The temporary filling stays in the tooth until the onlay arrives. It is important not to consume excessively cold or hot foods during the waiting period.
- The cleaned tooth is sealed with an onlay filling and the development of caries is prevented.
The flawless surface facilitates chewing and adds aesthetics to the appearance of the mouth. The efficiency of the application is related to the care sensitivity. Physician recommendations are essential after onlay ceramic filling treatment. Special instructions may be given for the size of the filling and the application site.