Dr. David Zelby, a prosthodontist, employs modern techniques to achieve your new smile.

Dental Inlays

Inlays effectively restore teeth damaged by decay or injury. Tooth-colored materials like ceramic and composite offer a more aesthetic outcome than traditional silver amalgam fillings. These materials seamlessly blend with natural teeth, providing durable restoration. When a flawed filling is removed, a tooth-colored inlay can be bonded to enhance appearance and structural integrity. This process improves aesthetics and adds strength by sealing the inlay to the tooth. Atlanta Prosthodontist Dr. David Zelby custom-crafts each inlay to match your teeth' unique shape and color, ensuring precise rehabilitation for your dental needs.

Dental Onlays

Onlays are a versatile restorative dental option that fits within a tooth and extends across the chewing surface, effectively replacing one or more cusps of a back tooth. Traditionally, gold was the material of choice for constructing onlays due to its durability; however, the demand for a more aesthetic solution led to the increased use of tooth-colored ceramic or porcelain alternatives.

These modern onlays can be bonded directly to the tooth, strengthening the overall structure and creating a tighter seal, reducing the risk of decay. Choosing between inlays, onlays, and crowns can be challenging, as each option serves a specific purpose based on the extent of damage or decay in the tooth. It is essential to consult with your prosthodontist to evaluate