Dental inlays and onlays are ideal for restoring teeth with areas of decay that aren't quite ready for a crown. At Roseville Dental and Implants, we custom-make our inlays and onlays using ceramic porcelain. This makes the restoration more durable than a composite resin filling.
Restoring Damaged Teeth
Here's what you should know about dental inlays and onlays in Roseville, NSW.
Understanding Dental Inlays
An inlay works well for small areas of decay, like a dental filling. Our dentists typically use inlays for decay that's within the cusps on the chewing surface of the tooth. It provides a durable, aesthetic restoration that can offer greater longevity than a dental filling, with the right home care and routine check-ups.
What Is a Dental Onlay
An onlay is ideal for larger areas of decay that reach over the cusps of the tooth. Our dentists often recommend onlays for larger areas of decay that have caused damage but are not yet ready for a crown, which covers the entire damaged tooth.
What Are the Benefits of Custom Dental Restorations in Roseville?
Dental inlays and onlays are customised for your smile, just like a dental crown. A dental lab creates the porcelain restoration according to our dentist's specifications. The process takes two visits to our dental clinic. One to prepare your tooth for its new restoration, and the next to permanently place it after the lab has finished making it.
Some of the benefits of choosing an inlay or an onlay for your smile are:
- Excellent durability — Ceramic porcelain is much more durable than composite resin.
- Natural aesthetics — An inlay or onlay is customised to match the shade of your tooth.
- Preserves natural tooth structure — Onlays and inlays allow you to retain more of your natural tooth, which is our primary goal.
- Precision fit — Because they're customised for your tooth, inlays and onlays offer excellent fit.
Talk with Our Team
Contact us at (02) 8358 4048 to learn more about your dental restoration options.