Conservative Ceramic Inlays and Onlay Crowns

Ceramic inlays and onlays are advanced, conservative dental restorations used to repair teeth that are moderately decayed, fractured, or worn—when a simple filling is not enough and a full crown is too much. They are custom-made from high-quality ceramic material, designed to fit precisely into or onto the damaged portion of the tooth.

• Inlays fit within the grooves of the tooth, similar to a filling, but are stronger and more durable.

• Onlays cover one or more cusps (the pointed parts of a tooth), providing extra support while preserving healthy tooth structure.

These restorations are considered "conservative" because they require less removal of the natural tooth compared to traditional crowns. Ceramic inlays and onlays offer excellent aesthetics, blending seamlessly with the natural tooth color, and are highly resistant to staining and wear. They help restore strength, function, and appearance—while preserving as much of your natural tooth as possible.