Repair and Protect Your Teeth with Inlays & Onlays

Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations crafted to fit your tooth with exceptional accuracy. They restore strength, stability, and a natural appearance while allowing us to conserve more healthy tooth structure than with a traditional crown.

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What Are Inlays?

Inlays fit within the grooves of the tooth, similar to a filling but crafted outside the mouth for superior precision. They’re ideal when damage is too extensive for composite filling material alone.

• Precision Fit Designed to match your bite and tooth anatomy. Best for moderate damage
• Durable Materials Ceramic or composite materials offer long-term strength.
• Natural Aesthetics Shade-matched for a seamless blend with enamel.

What Are Onlays?

Onlays cover one or more cusps of the tooth, making them an excellent choice when additional support is needed. They function like a conservative alternative to a crown.

• Reinforces weakened areas of the tooth
• Preserves more natural structure than a crown
• Restores proper bite and chewing function

How the Restoration Process Works

The process typically involves two visits. First, we remove damaged tissue, shape the tooth, and take an impression or digital scan. A custom inlay or onlay is fabricated to match your tooth precisely. At the second visit, your restoration is bonded securely into place and refined for comfort.

• Conservative Treatment Protects more healthy enamel than a crown.
• Strength & Stability Distributes bite forces to reduce fracture risk.
• Long-Lasting Results Provides durable restoration when well maintained.

If you have a damaged tooth and want a strong, discreet repair, call our office or contact our team to schedule a consultation.