Veneers, crowns, and onlays are various types of restorations that are bonded to prepared teeth to restore their health, function, and aesthetics. The primary difference between these options lies in how much of the tooth surface they cover.
Veneers are thin, custom-made restorations that bond to the front surfaces of the teeth. They are ideal for improving the appearance of teeth and can be made from composite resin or porcelain for a natural look.
Crowns, often referred to as “caps,” cover the entire visible portion of the tooth, extending all the way to the gum line. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials, including metal, ceramic, or a combination of both. Acrylic or composite resin crowns are also used as temporary solutions for complex cases.
Onlays are restorations designed to cover the back teeth by restoring only the damaged areas, usually extending to the gum line if necessary. Onlays are typically made from either metal or ceramic, providing a strong and durable solution for back teeth.
These restorations are often used in various situations, such as:
At Acorn Dental, our experienced team is skilled in providing veneers, crowns, and onlays to restore and enhance your smile. Whether you need to improve the appearance of your teeth or protect a weakened tooth, we’re here to offer the best solution tailored to your needs.
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A post-crown is needed when a tooth is so badly decayed that there is not enough tooth structure left to support a crown on its own, i.e. when the tooth has broken off at the gum line leaving only the root(s). A root canal filling has or will be carried out by an endodontist to prepare the tooth. The post is a rod that is cemented into the root canal filling to provide an anchor on which to place a core (made of filling material) that keeps the crown (the part that resembles a tooth) securely in place.
You will need to have at least two visits. At the first visit, your dentist will prepare the tooth, take the impressions, make a note of the shade of your tooth, and fit a temporary restoration. At the second visit, your dentist will remove the temporary restoration and fit the permanent one. There will usually be about 2-4 weeks between appointments.
Not usually as patients are given a local anaesthetic. Once the anaesthetic has worn off, it is usual to feel mild discomfort and soreness at the injection site for a day or two.
Unless it is a full metal crown or onlay, we make every effort to match your new restoration to the adjacent teeth to reduce its visibility. It is very difficult to get a crown that matches perfectly due to the intricate details of a natural tooth. If you are very particular about the colour match of your restoration we can send your case to an expert technician that has an eye for high-end aesthetics.
Costs will vary according to the type of crown and the material used, however, prices start from £450 per restoration.
There are many variables (from diet to maintenance of oral hygiene) that determine how long a restoration will last, but we expect such restorations to give you a service of around 8-12 years.
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