Inlays - Preparation

If you are a suitable candidate for such treatment, two treatment sessions will normally be necessary for the installation of inlays.

The very first procedure performed during the first session is the removal of existing caries. Thereafter, the affected tooth is prepared through professional debuffing in order to create room for the inlays and guarantee that they can be sufficiently anchored. Local anaesthetic can be administered if necessary. The subsequent impression of your teeth is used by the dental technician as a detailed image of the situation in your mouth and therefore functions as the basis for the construction of an accurately fitting inlay filling. Ceramic and synthetic inlays take into account your natural tooth coloration, which is determined beforehand via professional color analysis. Most often the prepared surface areas will be equipped with a temporary covering device for the time between the first and second sessions. This is to prevent thermal and chemical damage while preserving the mouth's chewing abilities.^{4, 5}

You should discuss any possible further preparatory measures that need to be undertaken in a preliminary conversation with your dentist. This will allow you to address your individual situation and develop your personal treatment plan.