Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and Onlays in Bible Hill

If your teeth are damaged or decayed, your dentist may recommend restoring them with an inlay or onlay. Unlike dental fillings, which are used to fill small cavities in the teeth, inlays and onlays are used when there is a need to restore a greater portion of the tooth.

What Are Inlays and Onlays?

Inlays and onlays can be made of ceramic, porcelain, or composite material. They come as a single solid piece that is fabricated in the dental lab and custom-made to fit the damaged portion of the tooth. While inlays are used to repair the area between the cusps of the tooth, onlays are typically used to restore a single cusp.

Do I Need a Crown or an Onlay?

While both a crown and onlay are used to restore a portion of the tooth, the difference lies in the amount of coverage that is required. Onlays are used to repair a single cusp, while crowns are a better option when several cusps or a greater area of the tooth is damaged.