The Practice of Dr. Dennis Morehart in Enid, Oklahoma offers a number of care options to patients who are suffering from damaged teeth. Dr. Morehart is experienced and highly trained in performing root canals to combat periodontal disease and in placing artificial crowns on lost or infected teeth. But sometimes, tooth damage is much more moderate and doesn’t require such intensive treatments. If the surface of one of the chewing teeth is damaged, a partial crown may be all that is needed.
Partial crowns are divided between inlays and onlays. The difference is merely one of size—inlays fit in between the cusps of a molar or premolar, while onlays replace the cusps as well as the indentation. If the damage to a chewing surface was caused by periodontal disease, Dr. Morehart will drill away the decayed tissue before making an impression of the patient’s mouth. The impression will be sent to a factory where the partial crown will be created, usually by milling porcelain. During a return trip, the inlay or onlay can be affixed to the tooth using dental cement.
Like full crowns and natural teeth, partial crowns have to be maintained through regular oral hygiene. If cared for properly, they can last for decades.
Dr. Dennis Morehart, Master of the Academy of General Dentistry, operates Enid Dental Care at 2411 Heritage Trail, Ste #4, Enid, Oklahoma, 73703. To schedule an appointment, call 580-237-2213 or visit EnidDentalCare.com and fill out a contact sheet.
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