Inlays & Onlays


What are inlays/onlays?



How are they applied?


At the second appointment, the temporary restoration is removed. Our doctor will then make sure that the inlay/onlay fits correctly. If the fit is satisfactory, the inlay/onlay will be bonded to the tooth with a permanent cement and polished to a smooth finish.


Traditional fillings if replacing large quantities of tooth structure can reduce the strength of a natural tooth significantly. As an alternative, inlays/onlays that are bonded directly onto the tooth using special high-strength resins, can actually increase the strength of a tooth and therefore its longevity. As a result, they can last from 10 to 30 years. In some cases, where the damage to the tooth is not extensive enough to merit an entire crown, onlays can provide a very good alternative.