Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations that fit into or onto damaged teeth to restore structure and function. They are ideal when a cavity or fracture is too large for a filling but does not require a full crown. Made from durable, tooth-colored materials, they blend seamlessly with natural teeth while offering superior strength and longevity.
The difference between Inlays / onlays
The answer to this question comes down to how much of the tooth they cover:
- Inlays fit inside the grooves of the tooth, between the cusps (the raised edges). They’re used when damage is limited to the center of the tooth and the outer structure is still strong.
- Onlays extend over one or more cusps of the tooth. They’re recommended when the damage is more extensive and the tooth needs extra reinforcement, but doesn’t require a full crown.
Both options are custom-made, durable, and designed to preserve more natural tooth structure compared to a full crown.
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