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Inlays & Onlays
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Restorative Options for Dental Cavities
Inlays and onlays are two types of restoration that your dentist can suggest if you have a cavity in your tooth that needs to be filled. An inlay is a small filling that fits into the biting surface of a tooth while an onlay covers a larger area of the tooth and is better suited to bigger cavities. For many years, gold has been used to make inlays and onlays because it is a hard material and lasts for a long time. Nowadays, tooth-coloured porcelain is also used and gives the restored tooth a more natural look, which many patients prefer.
Digital Technology
Why choose Inlays & Onlays?
Thanks to advances in digital technology (called CAD/CAM) the inlay /onlay or crown made by the technician has a greater accuracy of fit meaning your dental work can last longer.
We will discuss the best way to care for your teeth and help you decide on your prefered treatment.
Precise Fit and Function
Custom-made in a dental lab to precisely fit the prepared tooth
Aesthetic Appeal
Crafted from tooth-coloured materials such as porcelain or composite resin
Strength and Durability
Restorations are durable and strong, providing long-term protection
Conservative Restoration
Conservative approach to restoring damaged teeth
Optimal Dental Care
Gold Restorations
In some clinical situations, gold is still the best material for your tooth. We will discuss any treatment with you prior to commencing and highlight the various advantages and disadvantages.
Fabrication and Placement
Understanding the Process
Inlays and onlays can be made in a dental laboratory by a technician, with the help of impressions taken of your teeth. While these are being made, you will have a temporary inlay /onlay. When your inlay or onlay is ready your dentist will glue it into place using a special adhesive.
Fabrication and Placement
Understanding the Process
Inlays and onlays can be made in a dental laboratory by a technician, with the help of impressions taken of your teeth. While these are being made, you will have a temporary inlay /onlay. When your inlay or onlay is ready your dentist will glue it into place using a special adhesive.
Frequently asked Questions
Inlays and onlays are custom-made dental restorations used to repair teeth that have moderate to large cavities or damage. They are typically made from tooth-coloured materials such as porcelain or composite resin.
Inlays and onlays are similar to fillings but are typically used for larger cavities that cannot be adequately restored with a traditional filling. They are more conservative than crowns as they require less removal of healthy tooth structure.
Inlays and onlays are fabricated in a dental laboratory based on impressions taken of the prepared tooth. While the permanent restoration is being made, a temporary inlay or onlay is placed. Once the permanent restoration is ready, it is bonded to the tooth using a special adhesive.
With proper care and maintenance, inlays and onlays can last for many years. They are durable and strong, providing long-term protection for the restored tooth. Regular dental check-ups and good oral hygiene practices are essential for maximising the lifespan of inlays and onlays.