Dental Inlays & Onlays

When it comes to repairing tooth damage or decay, you have several options at Smile Design Modern Dentistry – Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Erfan Imeni will help you select the right treatment for your smile, and may suggest a dental inlay or onlay if the damage has affected more than half the chewing surface of the tooth. We invite you to contact our office at 919-220-5505 to schedule your visit with the dentist and learn more about dental inlays and onlays in Durham, North Carolina.

Inlays and onlays are dental restorations that are used to repair damage or decay. If the damage is not extensive enough to warrant the use of a dental crown but is too serious to be repaired with a filling, our experienced dentist may recommend a dental inlay or onlay. Also known as partial crowns, inlays and onlays are custom-created from porcelain, composite resin material or gold. Our dentist will ensure that your custom inlay or onlay perfectly fits your tooth to restore the health, function and appearance of your smile. Once placed, they are virtually undetectable in the mouth and conserve much of your natural tooth structure.

Both inlays and onlays are used to restore damaged teeth. The difference between a dental inlay and a dental onlay is that an inlay is used when the damage does not reach the cusps of the tooth, while a dental onlay is used when the damage extends to one or more of the cusps. We will help you determine whether you need a dental inlay or onlay to restore your smile.

We welcome you to call or visit us today to learn more about dental inlays and onlays. We are eager to restore your smile!

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