General and Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Moezinia
Dental Porcelain Inlays & Onlays
Strength Meets Beauty in Restorative Care
When a tooth is too damaged for a filling but not quite in need of a full crown, inlays and onlays offer the perfect in-between solution. At Empower Your Smile, we restore your teeth with precision-crafted porcelain restorations that not only strengthen your bite—but also preserve your smile’s natural beauty.
What Are Inlays and Onlays?
Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used to repair teeth with moderate decay, fractures, or large old fillings. Crafted from porcelain, composite resin, or gold, these restorations are bonded directly to the tooth for long-lasting strength and seamless aesthetics.
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An inlay fits within the cusps (tips) of a tooth—similar to a large filling
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An onlay extends over one or more cusps—offering more coverage without requiring a full crown
Porcelain inlays and onlays are especially popular for their durability and natural tooth-like appearance.
How the Procedure Works
Inlays and onlays typically require two appointments to complete—but the process is smooth and straightforward.
1. First Visit: Tooth Preparation & Impression
We begin by removing any decay or existing damaged filling material. After preparing the tooth, we take a precise digital or physical impression and send it to a trusted lab for fabrication. A temporary sealant protects the tooth while your custom restoration is created.
2. Second Visit: Custom Fit & Bonding
At your follow-up visit, we remove the temporary material and ensure the fit, shape, and shade of your inlay or onlay are just right. Once confirmed, we bond it in place with a high-strength resin and polish it to a smooth, natural finish.
The result? A tooth that’s stronger, protected, and beautifully restored.
Why Choose Inlays or Onlays?
In many cases, inlays and onlays offer a smarter, longer-lasting alternative to traditional fillings.
Benefits include:
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Preserve more of your natural tooth than full crowns
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Increase strength by up to 75% with durable bonding materials
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Minimal shrinkage or wear over time compared to large fillings
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Stain-resistant and color-matched for natural aesthetics
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Last 10 to 30 years with proper care
They’re ideal when a filling would weaken the tooth too much, but a crown would be excessive.
Inlay vs. Crown: When Is It the Right Choice?
If your tooth damage is limited to the chewing surface and doesn’t extend below the gum line, an onlay is often a better alternative to a full crown. It restores function and aesthetics while preserving more of your healthy tooth structure.
Elegant Restorations Designed to Last
Your smile deserves more than just a quick fix. With porcelain inlays and onlays, we combine expert craftsmanship with modern materials to deliver restorations that look, feel, and function like your natural teeth.
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