Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and Onlays
If you have more than 50% of a tooth’s biting surface damaged, our dentists may consider an inlay or onlay as a treatment. Inlays and onlays are also recommended when there is a larger filling. This form of restorative dentistry treatment is simple and effective. At Doral Dental Specialty Center, we provide affordable treatment solutions using these restorations for our patients throughout the Doral and Miami areas.
What are Dental Inlays & Onlays?
- Inlays can be considered similar to dental fillings and are used within the custom tips of the tooth.
- Onlays are larger reconstructions. They are similar to inlays but extend over one or more cusps.
- Both restorations can be used for treating minor to advanced tooth decay.
We offer highly durable restorations that can be designed to create a more natural on your teeth.
Porcelain is widely popular as a material of choice while gold has been the traditional preference. Porcelain can match your natural teeth’s color and has exceptional strength.
Applications of Dental Inlays
- Dental inlays are often used to address moderate tooth decay that is limited to the tooth’s surface
- These decays are too advanced to be addressed with dental fillings but not for crowns
- The objective is to preserve the remaining natural tooth
Applications of Dental Onlays
- Dental onlays are suited for addressing damage to a tooth’s cusps
- They provide a more affordable alternative to crowns
- These restorations are recommended when you have weak tooth structure for dental fillings
The use of dental inlays and onlays is considered perfect for preserving the tooth structure. These restorative dentistry treatments also help restore the decayed or damaged areas. All this plays an important role in increasing the longevity of your natural tooth.