Background on inlays and onlays
Dental inlays come in various materials, including composite, gold, and porcelain. They are used to fix moderately damaged or decayed teeth. They are manufactured by a lab and then bonded or cemented to teeth.
An onlay, otherwise known as a partial crown, repairs significant damage to the tip of a tooth. At our dental office, we will first place a temporary onlay until the permanent one has been made and is ready to go. We will schedule a second appointment to fit and bond the permanent onlay to your tooth.
An inlay is a pre-molded filling that goes in the grooves of teeth. Usually, it’s used as a restoration for cavities located in the middle of a tooth. The treatment itself is straightforward and only requires a local anesthetic.
Inlays and onlays may be ideal for you if you have…
- broken or fractured teeth
- cracked fillings
- severely decayed teeth
- and if you want a cosmetic improvement.
Both of these treatments are for premolars or molars. With composite inlays and onlays, we can colour-match them to your natural smile. You can smile away and no one will be able to tell that you’ve undergone this treatment.
Ready to learn more?
Our team at Gentle Dental Langley wants to hear from you. We’ll schedule a worry-free consultation to determine if this is the right restorative option for you.
