Inlays and onlays in Bristol

Inlays and onlays repair damaged chewing surfaces with a custom-made restoration. They sit between a large filling and a full crown — useful when more strength is needed but we want to conserve healthy tooth.

Inlay or onlay?

An inlay fits within the cusps of a tooth. An onlay covers one or more cusps for extra protection. We recommend based on how much tooth structure remains.

Benefits

• Precise fit for larger cavities
• Helps protect weakened cusps
• Often more durable than a very large filling
• Can look natural in tooth-coloured materials

Your visit

After preparing the tooth we take a detailed impression or scan, place a temporary if needed, then bond the finished inlay or onlay at a second visit.