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Excel Dentistry?
EXCEPTIONALLY SKILLED & COMPASSIONATE DEVOTED TO THE NEEDS OF EACH PATIENT
22+ Years Clinical Experience
Extensive Advanced Post-Graduate Training in Implant & Restorative Dentistry
Highest Implant Success Rates Using Cutting-Edge Cone Beam 3D CT Technology for Precise Implant Placement
Invisalign & 6 Month Smiles Certified
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Testimonials
i had a hole in my tooth for a few months, they got me in as soon as they could and did an amazing job! He fixed my two teeth and well it was getting fixed he spotted another cavity and fixed it right up! it looks great, feels normal, and he even checked how flossing would go and fixed it up so flossing would be easier! best dentist i’ve ever been to, super friendly receptionist and amazing co dentists and the Dr was all about making sure i didn’t have to get a root canal. Super friendly and straight to the point. Even paying out of pocket with no insurance it wasn’t too expensive, especially for how much of an amazing job he did! Thank you guys for taking care of me and making sure i understand everything! i will definitely be back as a regular
EJ Doe★★★★★
Dr. Shibko outlined the same plan that my dentist of twenty years in another state had, but I waited on until I came to Minnesota. Same plan, pure professionalism. He carried out the plan with excellent care, using a soft touch and minimal discomfort. Dr. Shibko is a caring, highly trained person who I would trust my children with. Amanda was his assistant and was personable and relaxing. . She is also very professional and caring.
John D.★★★★★
They put me into their busy schedule because I was in pain. The dentist and staff were all very nice and made me feel like I am important. That was the first time I had ever been there. First time impression is the key to go back or not. I was very impressed and I have another appointment in February. They are honest and very good. I totally recommend going there!!
Soon Thibodeau★★★★★
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We can restore a tooth with a minimally invasive procedure known as an Inlay, Onlay or Filling.
Inlays / Onlays / White Fillings
Inlays, Onlays and Fillings are restorations that are made to teeth that have a mild to moderate amount of decay. They can be made of composite resin material, porcelain, or gold by a dental laboratory. Once completed, they will be bonded to the tooth. For natural looking restorations we use composite resin or porcelain materials to:
Restore teeth that are cracked or fractured if the damage is not severe enough to require a dental crown.
Replace metal fillings for patients who desire a more natural looking smile.
Their use helps to conserve much of the natural tooth structure.
Restoration Procedure
- Porcelain Inlay fills a hole inside the tooth.
- Porcelain Onlay sits on top of the tooth, covering it, to build up its shape.
- Composite (White) Filling like an inlay, fills the hole inside the tooth. The difference is in the material used for filling the hole. Although durable, it is not as strong as porcelain.
Treatment
Treatment involves isolating the tooth and removing any old fillings or damaged tooth structure under local anesthesia.
- Filling: The hole in the tooth will be filled with a composite resin and cured. It is then bonded/cemented into the tooth and any necessary adjustments and filings are done to ensure comfort.
- Inlay / Onlay: An impression of the tooth is made, then the inlay or onlay is created from porcelain material in an on-site or off-site lab. When the inlay or onlay is completed, it is placed into or onto the tooth and bonded securely into place. Adjustments may be made to ensure the tooth is comfortable to bite on.
Benefits of
Inlays / Onlays / White Fillings
In treating dental decay, inlays / onlays and fillings help to eliminate tooth sensitivity and eventual tooth loss.
Additional benefits are:
- Made from tooth-colored material, porcelain inlays / onlays and composite fillings are virtually invisible.
- Unlike metal, porcelain inlays / onlays and composite fillings expand or contract less in response to temperature changes caused by hot or cold foods diminishing the possibility of fracture.
- They require less tooth reduction than metal fillings allowing the dentist to conserve more natural tooth structure.
- The durable porcelain material from which inlays and onlays are made helps them last up to 30 years, much longer than that of conventional amalgam (silver) fillings. Although not as durable as porcelain, composite fillings last a long time.
- Porcelain Inlays / onlays and composite fillings can replace silver fillings to create a healthier, more natural-looking smile.
- By saving decayed teeth, porcelain inlays / onlays and composite fillings prevent the need for more extensive treatment later on.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment to get an opinion on your need for an inlay, onlay or filling.
Don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss any aspect of your dental health – we don’t charge for giving advice!