Inlay
Restores the central part of the chewing surface when the cusps are strong enough to be left uncovered.
- Fills a prepared space within the cusps.
- Depends on sound surrounding tooth.
- Preserves the natural cusps.
The noise, not the pain
Inlays & Onlays for Bridgwater Residents
For some people, the hardest part of dental work is the whirring, the vibration and the pressure. Bridgwater residents considering an inlay or onlay can learn what to expect at our Winnipeg clinic.
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Senses in the chair
Numb Does Not Mean You Feel Nothing at All
Freezing blocks pain from the tooth, but you may still notice sound, vibration and a sense of pressure while damaged material is removed. Knowing that ahead of time can make those sensations less startling.
Inlays and onlays involve preparing a back tooth before a custom restoration is made, so this is a reasonable thing to ask about. Bridgwater is an area of Winnipeg, and residents with sensory concerns can raise them at Winnipeg North Dental on McPhillips Street.
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Pressure is common
A pushing feeling during preparation is different from pain and can still occur when numb.
Sound is expected
Dental instruments make noise, and knowing that ahead of time may help it feel less jarring.
Pauses are possible
Ask how to signal for a break if the sensations become too much.
What is being made
The goal of all that preparation.
The sounds and sensations serve a purpose: shaping the tooth so a custom restoration can be fitted. The design chosen depends on what the tooth needs.
Onlay
Covers one or more weakened cusps in addition to the chewing surface, keeping other areas of the tooth natural.
- Supports undermined cusps.
- Covers less than a full crown.
- Is shaped to suit your bite.
The amount of preparation depends on the damage present. Ask whether your tooth is likely to need more or less work.
When sensations peak
Which steps involve the most noise and pressure.
The general order of treatment is shown below. Preparation tends to be the noisiest step, while recording and bonding are usually quieter.
Request your visit- 01
Evaluation
The dentist looks at cracks, remaining walls, decay, root health and your bite. This stage involves little noise.
- 02
Preparation
Once the tooth is numb, instruments remove damaged material and shape the space. Expect sound, vibration and some pressure.
- 03
Recording
A scan or impression captures the prepared tooth, its contacts and your bite, and a shade is selected.
- 04
Bonding
The restoration is tried in and the bite is checked, then it is bonded and polished. Polishing may bring back a little vibration.
Before the appointment
Tell the dentist which sensations trouble you.
Being specific helps. Some people mind sound most, others vibration or the feeling of pressure.
If the tooth becomes painful or breaks before your visit, phone the clinic rather than waiting.
Before you sit down
- Which part of dental work you find hardest to tolerate.
- Whether you would like a quick warning before each new step.
- A signal you can use to ask for a pause.
- The medicines you take and your health history.
A treatment room and a consultation office.
Managing the experience
Small steps that may help.
Local anesthetic is usually used for preparation. You can ask the dentist about ways to make the sensations easier, such as short pauses or a heads-up before starting.
Knowing what is next
Ask whether the dentist can tell you before a noisy or vibrating step begins.
Pressure versus pain
If something feels sharp rather than like pressure, say so, since that may mean more freezing is needed.
After the visit
Short-term sensitivity can follow treatment and is expected to fade.
Once it is done
The quieter part of having a restoration.
After bonding, care is calm and simple. Daily cleaning and a few sensible habits help protect both the tooth and the restoration.
01
Clean along the edges
Brushing and cleaning between teeth should include the line where restoration meets enamel.
02
Avoid using it as a tool
Do not use the restored tooth to bite through hard objects or open packages.
03
Phone if something changes
Call if your bite feels high, sensitivity does not ease, the restoration moves or you find a rough edge.
All that noisy preparation still cannot buy a fixed number of years. Durability comes down to the tooth that is left, the shaping and bonding work, keeping the area dry, your bite and any grinding, how well you clean, and new decay.
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Your Visit Takes Place on McPhillips Street
Anyone living in Bridgwater who books this treatment comes to Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg. The address includes a directions link.
Sensory worries can go straight into your request. The office will be in touch about a time, and urgent tooth pain is a reason to pick up the phone.
Questions about coverage?
Talk with our team before your visit or learn about CDCP.
A little clarity before your visit
Your questions, answered.
Helpful details about inlays & onlays in Bridgwater.
Ask our teamWill I hear the instruments while the tooth is being prepared?
Yes, dental instruments make noise during preparation. Knowing this in advance may help, and you can ask for a pause if you need one.
Why can I feel pressure if my tooth is numb?
Freezing mainly blocks pain. A feeling of pushing or vibration can still come through, and that is different from pain.
What if something feels sharp during the work?
Tell the dentist straight away. A sharp feeling rather than pressure may mean the tooth needs more freezing.
Is the bonding visit as noisy as the preparation?
It is usually quieter. Fit and bite are checked, and polishing at the end may bring back some vibration.
Can I ask to be warned before each step?
It is reasonable to ask. Let the dentist know before starting that advance warning helps you.
How do I mention sensory concerns when booking from Bridgwater?
Add a note to your request or mention it when calling (204) 338-3003. The team at Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6 will then know before you sit down.
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Talk it through first
Share what bothers you about dental work.
Let our Winnipeg clinic know through the form which sensations you dread, and the office will follow up about timing. Phone if the tooth starts to hurt.