An inlay to look after
This piece sits within the cusps and replaces the damaged centre. Its edges meet enamel on all sides.
- Restores the chewing area between cusps.
- Keeps healthy cusps natural.
- Has margins that need daily cleaning.
Remembering what you were told
Inlays & Onlays for Sage Creek Residents
Instructions given while you are still numb are easy to lose. Sage Creek residents having an inlay or onlay at our Winnipeg clinic can use this page to know which points are worth writing down.
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Most of the Care Happens Once You Leave the Chair
A custom inlay or onlay restores a damaged back tooth while preserving healthy structure. The work in the chair is only part of the story. How you treat a temporary, and later the bonded restoration, also matters.
If you tend to forget spoken advice, it helps to know in advance what you will be told. Sage Creek is an area of Winnipeg, and residents receive their treatment and instructions at Winnipeg North Dental on McPhillips Street.
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Write it down
Jot notes on your phone or paper right after each visit while the details are fresh.
Ask it twice
Asking for something to be repeated is perfectly fine, especially while you are numb.
Know when to call
A few clear warning signs mean picking up the phone rather than waiting.
What you are caring for
Each design comes with the same basic care.
An inlay or an onlay is chosen based on how much of the tooth needs rebuilding. Either way, the junction with natural tooth is what needs your attention.
An onlay to look after
This piece also covers one or more weakened cusps. Because it forms part of your biting surface, notice how your bite feels.
- Rebuilds cusps that needed support.
- Leaves other surfaces in their natural state.
- Is worth watching for any high spot.
Ask which design you have received, and note it down. It helps when describing the tooth in the future.
What happens at each stage
The appointments that come with instructions.
Instructions tend to be given after preparation and again after bonding. Here is the general order of treatment.
Request your visit- 01
The assessment
The dentist reviews cracks, the remaining walls, decay, root health and your bite, and explains the suggested design.
- 02
Tooth preparation
The tooth is numbed, damaged material is removed and the area is shaped. If a temporary is placed, care advice usually follows.
- 03
The record
A scan or impression is taken of the prepared tooth, its contacts and your bite, with a shade chosen.
- 04
Bonding day
The finished piece is checked for fit and bite, adjusted as needed, bonded and polished. Ask about care before you leave.
Setting yourself up
Make it easy to keep track.
A little preparation before each visit means you leave with what you need. Some people find it easier to note a handful of key points than to remember everything.
If the temporary falls off or the tooth becomes painful before your next visit, call the clinic rather than trying to manage it yourself.
Notes to keep
- What to avoid while a temporary is on, if one is placed.
- When you can chew on the tooth after bonding.
- The signs that mean you should call the clinic.
- A list of your medicines and health conditions to share at each visit.
A treatment chair and the clinic front desk.
While you are numb
Freezing can make it harder to focus.
Preparation is normally done with the tooth frozen, and a numb lip and cheek can pull your attention away from what is being said. Asking for the main points again before you head out is completely fine.
Numbness wears off
As freezing fades, the tooth may feel sensitive for a short time, which should improve.
Temporary care
Temporary materials are less durable than the final piece, so follow the advice you were given.
Asking again
If you missed something, phoning the clinic to check is better than guessing.
Your ongoing checklist
The habits that protect your restoration.
These few points are worth keeping in your notes. They apply whether you received an inlay or an onlay.
01
Clean the edges
Brush and clean between teeth daily, giving attention to where the restoration meets enamel.
02
Avoid using it as a tool
Do not use the restored tooth to open, tear or crack hard items.
03
Watch for warning signs
A high bite, sensitivity that is not improving, movement or a rough edge are all reasons to call.
No one can say exactly how long a restoration will last. Remaining tooth, preparation, bonding, moisture control, bite, grinding, hygiene and new decay all affect it.
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Visits and Advice on McPhillips Street
Patients from Sage Creek receive treatment, and their care instructions, at Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg. Save the directions link by the address alongside your notes.
Sending a request does not set a time. Staff will contact you to arrange one, and if something feels urgent, call.
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 Sage Creek.
Ask our teamIs it all right to take notes during the appointment?
You can certainly jot things down before you leave. If you are numb, ask for the key points to be repeated so you catch them.
What should I do if I forget the temporary care advice?
Call the clinic and ask. It is better to check than to guess, since temporaries are less durable than the final restoration.
What are the main signs I should call after bonding?
A bite that feels high, sensitivity that does not improve, a piece that seems to move or an edge that feels rough.
Do I need to remember which type of restoration I got?
It helps. Knowing whether you have an inlay or an onlay makes it easier to describe the tooth to any dental professional later.
Is daily care different for an inlay than for a filling?
The basics are similar. Careful cleaning at the edges and avoiding using the tooth as a tool are the main points.
I live in Sage Creek. Where would I call with a question after treatment?
Keep (204) 338-3003 with your notes and phone it with any question. That number reaches Winnipeg North Dental at Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6, where you were treated.
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