What Are Inlays and Onlays?
Not every damaged tooth requires a full crown. In some cases, a cavity or fracture is too large for a composite filling but not extensive enough to justify covering the entire tooth. When this happens, our team at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center can provide an inlay or onlay to give your tooth the protection it needs without compromising its natural structure. Designed to fit the molars and premolars, inlays cover the inner grooves of the tooth, while onlays extend over the upper edges to rebuild the biting surface. Our La Jolla, CA dental center offers inlays and onlays in a variety of materials, including durable porcelain, composite resin, or gold, offering a long-lasting solution for moderate damage or decay. Discover which of our restorative dental treatments is right for you by scheduling a consultation and exam with our providers today.
How Are Inlay and Onlay Treatments Performed?
We'll start your visit by closely examining the affected tooth, using state-of-the-art digital imaging tools to get a clear picture of its condition so that we can determine whether you'd benefit from an inlay, onlay, or another option. If an inlay or onlay is recommended, we'll first numb the tooth before carefully clearing away the damaged or decayed enamel. Once that step is complete, we'll take digital impressions of the tooth, which will be used to create a custom restoration that matches the natural contours of your smile. Once your inlay or onlay is ready, we'll schedule another appointment at our La Jolla, CA dental center to secure it to your tooth and polish it for a comfortable fit.
What Are the Benefits of Inlays and Onlays?
By strengthening the tooth without covering it entirely, inlays and onlays provide a thoughtful balance between preservation and protection. The benefits of inlay and onlay treatments performed at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center include:
- Preserve more natural tooth structure than a traditional crown
- Provide greater strength and durability than large composite fillings
- Restore damaged biting surfaces with a precise, custom fit
- Blend naturally with surrounding enamel
- Reinforce weakened teeth to reduce the risk of further damage
- Offer a long-lasting, conservative option for dental restoration
La Jolla Dental Wellness Center Reviews
Always a great experience! I moved to sd recently and been having a hard time finding a good dentist. Everyone at this center is super nice and really takes the time to listen to every concern I have. I would recommend to anyone looking for an amazing dentist and team!
A medical office of excellence, where all personnel are kind as well as competent.That helped make an oral surgery experience, as pleasant as possible.
amazing staff, great place, thank you for helping me with my teeth! Dr. Kim, Cathy, and Crystal all great! Dr. Kim really listened and helped me become confident about the recommendations she was making for my teeth and I'm happy with the results.
As someone who has always struggled with anxiety at the dentist, the staff here has always put me at ease taking care of my teeth. Dr. Kim is very thorough and explains what she is doing step by step to ensure the integrity of my teeth, rather than proposing the most invasive procedure from the get-go. Crystal, the hygienist, is very meticulous during my cleanings and always offers good dental advice. Cathy, at the front desk, is extremely helpful dealing with insurance, very responsive when it comes to scheduling, and always greets you with her warm presence and a smile. I cannot recommend this dental office enough!! Another perk is that there is plenty of parking and they validate your parking ticket for you!
The best experience I have ever had the people are extremely friendly make you feel welcomed they are very careful with you and the procedure is quick and effective best in the industry100% recommend
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Conservative Treatments to Preserve Your Smile
Whether you need a filling, inlay, onlay, or crown, it's important to take care of a damaged or decayed tooth before it becomes a much bigger issue. Schedule a consultation at La Jolla Dental Wellness Center to learn more about our conservative dental treatments and discover if an onlay or inlay is the ideal approach for you. Our La Jolla, CA dentists are committed to helping you protect your smile while maintaining its natural appearance and function.