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Inlay & Onlay Treatment

Restores your tooth with ceramic restorations that are twice stronger and more durable.

Witness the Transformation: Damaged Teeth Beautifully Rebuilt with Precision Ceramic

Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations designed to rebuild and strengthen your tooth. An inlay fits within the grooves of the tooth, while an onlay covers a larger surface, including the cusps.

When fillings are no longer enough
Tooth is too damaged or weakened
Repeatedly repaired
Cracked or under heavy chewing pressure

Custom-made Restorations to Rebuild and Strengthen Your Tooth

Conservative Tooth Preservation

More tooth structure is preserved compared to full crowns, keeping your natural tooth as intact as possible.

Inlay: Fits Within the Grooves

An inlay sits neatly within the grooves of the tooth to repair internal damage.

Onlay: Covers a Larger Surface

An onlay extends over the cusps to protect and reinforce a wider area of the tooth.

Why choose SmileBay?

Experienced in Restorative & Adhesive Dentistry

Our dentists are trained in precision restorative techniques, ensuring:

  • Accurate diagnosis
  • Proper case selection
  • Long-lasting, predictable results
Conservative Dentistry — We Preserve Your Tooth

Our philosophy is simple: Save as much of your natural tooth as possible.

Same-Day Ceramic Restorations with CEREC Technology

We use CEREC CAD/CAM digital technology to design and fabricate your inlay/onlay within the same day.

  • No messy impressions
  • No long waiting time
  • No temporary restorations (in many cases)
Stronger Bonding for Long-Term Durability

We use advanced adhesive bonding systems to securely attach the restoration. This creates:

  • Stronger tooth structure
  • Better resistance to fracture
  • Longer-lasting results
Precision Digital Scanning (Better Fit, Better Comfort)

Instead of traditional impressions, we use high-precision digital scanning. This ensures:

  • More accurate fit
  • Better comfort
  • Reduced adjustment needed

Precise Restoration for Damaged Teeth

Our streamlined inlay and onlay treatment makes it easy to restore damaged teeth with a strong, precise, and natural-looking solution.

01

First Consultation

  • Examination and diagnosis
  • Assessment of tooth structure
  • 02

    During the Procedure

  • Removal of decay or damaged area
  • Impression or digital scan taken
  • Temporary restoration placed
  • Final inlay/onlay bonded to tooth
  • 03

    After the Procedure

  • Immediate improvement in strength
  • Resume normal function quickly
  • Maintain oral hygiene
  • Inlay & onlay vs Filling

    Inlay & onlay
    Filling
    Strong & durable
    May break over time
    Preserves more natural tooth
    Minimal removal
    Last 10-20 years
    Shorter lifespan

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Everything you need to know about Inlay & Onlay treatment.

    Is it better than a filling?

    Yes. It is stronger, more precise, and longer-lasting.

    With proper care, inlays and onlays can last 10–20 years or longer.They are generally more durable than large conventional fillings.

    No, local anaesthesia is used.

    Treatment typically requires one or two appointments.

    Although inlays and onlays are reliable restorations, potential risks include:

    • Temporary tooth sensitivity
    • Fracture of remaining tooth structure
    • Bonding failure over time
    • Need for replacement in the future

    Get In Touch

    We’re open Monday to Saturday. Locate the SmileBay Dental clinic nearest to you and schedule your appointment today.