Inlays and Onlays
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Premium Inlays and Onlays in Phibsborough
Discover a modern, conservative approach to dental restoration at DentiCare, your trusted dentist in North Dublin. We specialise in inlays and onlays, offering a durable, aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional fillings and crowns.
Discover a modern, conservative approach to dental restoration at DentiCare. As your trusted dentist in North Dublin, we specialize in inlays and onlays, offering a durable and aesthetically superior alternative to traditional fillings and full dental crowns.
What are Inlays and Onlays?
Inlays and onlays are the perfect “middle ground” solution for tooth restoration. They are ideal when a tooth is too damaged for a standard composite filling but still has enough healthy structure that a full dental crown is not yet necessary.
Inlays: Used to treat decay or damage within the indented top surface (the “valleys”) of a tooth.
Onlays: Often called “partial crowns,” these cover a larger area, including one or more of the pointed cusps of the tooth.
The DentiCare Approach on Phibsborough Street
Located conveniently near the heart of Phibsborough Street, our clinic uses advanced materials and precision techniques to ensure your restoration provides both strength and longevity.
Seamless Aesthetics: Our inlays and onlays are crafted from high-quality porcelain or composite resin, ensuring they blend beautifully with your natural teeth.
Strength and Longevity: Because they are custom-made in a top dental lab, they provide a superior seal compared to traditional fillings, strengthening the tooth by up to 75%.
Conservative Dentistry: We believe in preserving as much of your natural tooth as possible. Inlays and onlays allow us to save healthy enamel that would otherwise have to be removed for a crown.
Precision Fit & Expert Results
At our Dublin 7 surgery, we take precise digital or manual impressions to ensure a perfect fit tailored to your unique bite. We work exclusively with elite dental labs to create restorations that feel as natural as they look.
Whether you are restoring a back molar or treating larger areas of decay, our team at Phibsborough is here to provide a seamless finish and long-lasting dental health.
Protect your natural teeth with a custom restoration. Visit our North Dublin clinic today.
When to choose an inlay?
- The damage is too extensive for a regular filling
- You have a fractured or decayed tooth that doesn’t affect the cusp
- There’s not enough tooth structure left to place a crown
Benefits of Inlays and Onlays
Durability & Strength – Inlays and onlays can last over 10 years with proper care.
Natural Appearance – Crafted from tooth-coloured materials for a discreet, attractive finish.
Protective Design – They support and reinforce the remaining tooth structure, helping prevent future fractures.
Minimally Invasive – They require less removal of healthy enamel than full crowns.
Frequently asked questions
Dental inlays and onlays are types of restorative treatments used to repair back teeth that have suffered from decay or damage. An inlay fits within the cusps of the tooth, similar to a traditional filling, but is specifically made to fit your tooth’s cavity. An onlay covers one or more cusps or the entire biting surface of the tooth, offering more extensive coverage than inlays for larger cavities.
Inlays and onlays are considered a conservative alternative to crowns because they require less removal of the tooth structure. Unlike fillings that are moulded into place during your dental visit, inlays and onlays are prefabricated in a dental lab before being bonded to the tooth. This makes them more durable and a better fit than fillings, but less invasive than crowns.
Inlays and onlays can be made from various materials, including porcelain, composite resin, and zirconium. Porcelain and zirconium are popular choices for their durability and their ability to mimic the natural appearance of teeth, making the restoration virtually undetectable.
The benefits of inlays and onlays include a better fit and stronger restoration, preservation of natural tooth structure, reduced risk of further decay, and an enhanced aesthetic appearance. They are also more durable than traditional fillings, offering a long-term solution for tooth restoration.
With proper care, including regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups, inlays and onlays can last for decades. The lifespan can vary depending on the material used and the location of the restoration in the mouth, but many last upwards of 20-30 years.
Coverage for inlays and onlays varies by insurance provider and plan. Many insurance plans partially cover these treatments as they are considered restorative procedures. We recommend checking with your insurance provider for specific coverage details.
The procedure typically requires two visits. During the first visit, the decayed or damaged area is cleaned, and an impression of the tooth is taken, which is sent to a dental lab. A temporary sealant is placed on the tooth. At the second visit, the temporary sealant is removed, and the inlay or onlay is bonded to the tooth. Adjustments are made as necessary to ensure a perfect fit and bite.
Care for inlays and onlays is similar to caring for your natural teeth. Daily brushing and flossing, along with regular dental check-ups, are essential to maintain the health and longevity of your restoration.
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