Inlay/Onlay
To repair damage to the tooth’s biting surface, rather than using a simple filling, or a crown, we will often use an inlay, or an onlay. Inlays and onlays can be made from porcelain, gold, or composite or porcelain, which is now becoming the material of choice because of its strength and its ability to match the natural colour of your tooth.
An inlay is similar to a filling and lies inside the cusp tips of the tooth. They are custom-made to fit the prepared cavity and are then cemented into place. An onlay is a more extensive reconstruction that covers one or more cusps of a tooth. Onlays are indicated in situations where more substantial repair is required. However, more of the tooth structure can be conserved compared to the placement of a crown.
Here at the Barnton Dental Spa our Inlays and onlays are hand crafted by our ceramic technician to match the exact colour of your tooth and to give a perfect fit. If you think you could benefit from onlays and inlays or would like some more information about cosmetic dentistry why not book a FREE consultation with us.
