Precision Porcelain Inlays & Onlays
Laboratory-crafted ceramic restorations that repair large cavities when a filling is too small and a crown is too invasive.
About Your Treatment
When a molar tooth has extensive decay or damage that exceeds the capacity of a standard filling, but still has healthy enamel walls, an inlay or onlay provides the ideal conservative restoration.
Milled from solid porcelain or composite, inlays and onlays fit precisely into the prepared cavity like a puzzle piece, restoring full chewing strength while conserving valuable natural tooth structure.
What to Expect at Every Step for Inlays & Onlays
We guide you through a gentle, structured experience designed for maximum comfort and clinical precision.
Assessment & Treatment Planning — Appointment 1
We carefully assess the damaged tooth and discuss whether a dental inlay or onlay is the most suitable option to restore its strength and function.
Gentle Tooth Preparation — Appointment 1
The tooth is comfortably numbed where required, and decay or damaged tissue is carefully removed while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
Digital Scan or Impression — Appointment 1
A precise digital scan or impression is taken for your custom-made inlay or onlay, and a temporary restoration is placed to protect your tooth between appointments.
Bespoke Restoration Creation
Your inlay or onlay is individually crafted to achieve a precise fit and complement the natural shape, shade and function of your tooth.
Precision Fitting & Bonding — Appointment 2
At your second appointment, the temporary restoration is removed and your new inlay or onlay is carefully fitted, checked and securely bonded into place.
Bite Check, Polish & Aftercare — Appointment 2
Your bite is carefully checked and adjusted before the restoration is finely polished, with personalised aftercare advice to help protect your restored tooth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions about Dental Inlays & Onlays.
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