Setting the Bend Dental Standard...

Setting the Bend Dental Standard...

Hello and welcome to Distinctive Dentistry’s web site. My team and I hope you find this site packed with useful information. Let me start by telling you how and why Distinctive Dentistry exists. I started Distinctive Dentistry four years ago in an attempt to change the experience and perception of the ordinary dental visit.

The name says it all; "Distinctive" is what my team and I are all about. The antonym of distinctive is common or ordinary. From your time on this site to your first step through the door, we hope you become increasingly aware of how nice a distinctive dental experience can be! Like so many patients already, you will soon see that your previous dental experiences have actually been quite common - or even ordinary.

We invite you to talk to one of us about all of our comfortable amenities. Or view our FAQs to find out more about the options our dental office provides. It may be possible to enjoy your new smile sooner than you think. We are committed to the philosophy that everyone deserves high quality health and confidence. -Dr. Kelley Mingus, Bend Dentist of Distinctive Dentistry

Answering Your Questions, by Bend Dentist Dr. Mingus

What are Inlays?

Inlays are porcelain fillings used inside the cusps of the tooth. They are made of strong, long-lasting and natural-looking material and are invisible in the smile. Inlays are a conservative tooth restoration, meaning that they require far less drilling and preparation of the tooth than a metal filling does. This allows us to save much more of the healthy tooth.

What are Onlays?

Onlays are porcelain fillings used for large restorations. They restore the area inside the cusp and extend over one or more sides of the tooth. They can also be used as a crown or cap. Because of their size, onlays are made of porcelain. Like inlays, they are conservative tooth restorations that require far less drilling than metal fillings. An onlay can often be used to repair only the damaged portion of the tooth, leaving much more of the original tooth structure intact.

Contact our family of dental professionals to discuss your family's smile goals. Which ever solution can help your smile, we look forward to ensuring a long-lasting, healthy smile with a lot of pampering and comfort besides!

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