Inlays and Onlays: How Is Care Planned?
Remaining tooth walls, decay or fracture and chewing loads are reviewed.
The choice between a filling and full crown depends on the support left in the tooth walls.
Inlays and Onlays: Treatment Stages
The area is prepared and impressions or digital records obtained. The restoration is made through a laboratory or suitable digital workflow. Bonding and bite are checked.
Care and Review
The tooth should be kept clean. Sensitivity, contacts and restoration fit are assessed at review.
The method and ongoing care are determined by clinical findings, medical history and individual needs.
What Happens at the First Consultation?
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Your concerns, expectations and medical history are discussed.
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A clinical examination is carried out and relevant diagnostic records are reviewed.
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Treatment options, stages, possible risks and maintenance needs are discussed.
Suitability and a definitive plan are determined after clinical assessment. You can share existing X-rays and a list of medication before the visit.
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Inlays and Onlays — Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know about inlays and onlays?
Inlays and onlays are indirect restorations designed for the extent of tooth tissue loss. In selected cases, they offer an option between a direct filling and a full crown.
How is suitability assessed?
Remaining tooth walls, decay or fracture and chewing loads are reviewed.
What does the process involve?
The area is prepared and impressions or digital records obtained. The restoration is made through a laboratory or suitable digital workflow. Bonding and bite are checked.
How are the number of visits and timing decided?
The scope, clinical findings and any additional stages determine the individual schedule.
Can there be sensitivity during treatment?
Potential sensitivity and comfort measures are discussed before the procedure.
Will I need X-rays or other imaging?
Diagnostic records are selected after assessment; imaging is not ordered routinely when it is not needed.
Are there other options?
Monitoring, conservative care or other treatments may be compared according to the findings.
What follow-up is needed?
The tooth should be kept clean. Sensitivity, contacts and restoration fit are assessed at review.
What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
An onlay may also cover one or more cusps; the design depends on tissue loss.
Can I enquire from abroad?
You can share preliminary information. A remote conversation does not replace examination or a definitive plan.