If your tooth has a cavity that is too large to treat with a filling but does not justify using a crown, your dentist may recommend an inlay or onlay.
This treatment will help retard the decay and keep the remaining part of your tooth healthy.
How does an inlay and onlay differ from a filling?
Inlays and onlays are prefabricated, moulded inserts that fit the hole in your tooth made by the cavity.
What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
An inlay is used when the hole is only between the cusps of the teeth.
Dentists use an onlay when the damage is more extensive and may extend over the cusps.
What are the advantages of an inlay or onlay?
Using an inlay or onlay preserves more of your natural tooth, which makes it stronger and healthier.
If you have been searching for an attractive and durable way to restore a slightly damaged tooth or cavity, contact us today on 01892 522 297 or book your appointment online to see if an inlay or onlay is an effective tooth restoration for you.
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