Inlays and Onlays Flashcards
How do we treat caries in a tooth?
We remove the caries using a handpick
Then we place a restoration to fill the cavity
What are some of the negative consequence of removing tooth tissue when treating caries
Weakening of the walls and cusps of the tooth which can lead to fractures and cracks
Give examples of factors that can increase the risk of a posterior teeth fracturing
- If the height to base ratio is more than 1 (ie the height is more than the base)
- Root treated teeth
- A group function occlusion
- Clenching or grinding
Are rooted treated teeth more or less likely to fracture in comparison to normally restored teeth
Root treated teeth
Which root filled tooth is more likely to fracture : crowned or uncrowned
Uncrowned is at a 6 times greater risk of fracturing
How can we manage weakened cusps?
- Bonding
2. Cuspal coverage
Is bonding useful for managing weekend cusps?
Yes it is seen to have improved the fracture resistance of teeth by bonding on natural premolars
What are the challenges of bonding and direct composites
- Polymerisation shrinkage
2. Achieving good contact points
What do we need to think about when looking at polymerisation shrinkage
The stress that it applies to the tooth composite interface
How much stress does polymerisation shrinkage apply to the tooth surface interface?
3-8MPa typically
How can we try and reduce the stress on a tooth
Look at the configuration factor of a cavity
What is the configuration factor of a cavity
(Number of bonded) divided by (number of unbonded surfaces)
What is the relationship between configuration fact and stress on the tooth?
As the configuration factor increases so does the stress on the tooth and leads to increased risk of polymerisation shrinkage
State the average percentage of shrinkage a typical composite restoration goes through
1.4-2%
What problems can arise if we create an insufficient contact point
Food packing can occur and it can be harder for the patient to clean the site
What can we do instead of placing a direct restoration to avoid polymerisation shrinkage and poor contact points
We can place an inlay
Is an inlay a direct or indirect restoration
Indirect
Define what an inlay is
An intra coronal restoration contracted in the lab and cemented into the tooth
How are good contact points achieved in an inlay?
The lab determines the fit and contours of the inlay
What problems can arise when using inlays?
- They require a taper which can create a wedging effect wearing the cusps
- Don’t cover the cusps so can’t provide cuspal protection
Why do inlays need to be tapered?
As they are placed into the tooth so need to be able to sit there properly
What is the issue with an inlay needing to have a taper
Risk of it having wedging affect so there might be forces directing downwards which can put stress and strain on the cusps (or even fracturing)
What should the height to base ratio be for an inlay to be successful?
Height to base less than or equal to 1
Talk through the indications for an inlay
- Small to medium cavity eg Small MO or DO cavities in molars and premoalrs
- Conservative MOD in molars
- Low caries rate
- Good support for cusps from remaining tooth tissue
- About 1/3rd buccal lingual width
- Height:base < 1:1
- Canine guidance
Are inlays commonly used in routine dentistry
No
When are inlays most useful?
When you have a large gap between adjacent teeth to achieve a good contact point
Give examples of restoration we can use that offer good cuspal protection
- Full coverage crowns
2. Onlays
List the principles of preparation
- Preservation of tooth tissue
- Retention and resistance form
- Structural durability of restoration
- Marginal integrity and position
- Biological
- Aesthetics
How much tooth tissue is removed when we place a full coverage crown?
67.5-75.6%
How much tooth tissue is removed when we place an onlay
39%