Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry refers to procedures that aim to restore the health and function of teeth affected by decay, trauma, wear, or discoloration. Treatment options may include fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, inlays, and onlays, depending on the clinical condition of each patient.
These procedures are selected following professional assessment and are intended to support oral function and structural integrity.
INLAY/ONLAY
Dental inlays and dental onlays are very similar to regular fillings and are typically made out of porcelain or composite materials, or gold. dental impressions or digital scans need to be taken in order to be made.
When to use it?
When the cavity is too large for a filling, but not so much that a crown is necessary, a dental inlay/onlay is recommended.
Key information
- Compared to fillings, inlay/onlay restorations are more costly but offer stronger protection to your teeth and they last longer.
- Inlay/onlay can be shaped like natural teeth, and can be made of tooth coloured materials.
