Inlays & Onlays
Custom ceramic or composite restorations fitted into a prepared tooth cavity for a precise, long-lasting repair.
Precision-crafted ceramic or composite restorations custom-made in a lab and bonded inside or over a damaged tooth to repair larger areas of decay.
The damaged portion of the tooth is removed and an impression is taken, then a precisely fitted restoration is fabricated in a lab and bonded permanently into place.
Repairs larger areas of damage more durably than a standard filling, preserves more natural tooth structure than a crown, and restores full function.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about inlays & onlays.
Patients with a damaged or decayed tooth too large for a filling to repair reliably but not extensive enough to require a full crown.
The tooth is prepared and an impression is taken at the first visit, with the finished restoration bonded at a follow-up.
The tooth is prepared at the first visit, with the finished inlay or onlay bonded one to two weeks later.
Inlays and onlays are durable but can chip if subjected to excessive biting force. Patients who grind their teeth should mention this.
Mild sensitivity or soreness around the restored tooth is normal for a day or two.
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