Inlays & Onlays

Like crowns, inlays and onlays are custom-crafted porcelain restorations that can repair and strengthen your teeth, particularly after decay or structural damage. However, these restorations are a more conservative option than crowns, allowing your dentist to preserve more of your healthy tooth structure. Inlays and onlays are used to strengthen the chewing surfaces of your molars following treatment for trauma or decay. Inlays lie between the sharp cusps, while onlays extend over the cusps and down the sides of your tooth.


What are inlays and onlays?



How are inlays and onlays applied?


Dr. Caron or Dr. Kenney will then make sure that the inlay or onlay fits correctly. If the fit is satisfactory, the inlay or onlay will be bonded to the tooth with a strong resin and polished to a smooth finish.

Considerations for inlays and onlays
