Sometimes, when a tooth suffers mild to moderate damage, a dental filling may not be the right treatment. This is because teeth with very large fillings are prone to fractures. In such cases, the experts at Weston Family Dental may recommend the use of inlays or onlays as restoration options. Inlays and onlays are conservative treatments to cosmetically enhance and repair teeth damaged by trauma or decay or teeth that have large or defective fillings.

To make an inlay or onlay, any decay and old fillings are cleaned out before carefully shaping it. An impression will be taken in order to create a perfectly fitted restoration. Once complete, your new onlay or inlay is precisely cemented onto your tooth and adjustments are made to ensure a comfortable bite and proper fit.

Inlays and onlays are a great way to give you a beautiful smile for years to come.

For more information about inlay and onlay restorations and to learn if you are a candidate, please call our office at (919) 877-5248 to schedule an appointment. We are located at 2401 Weston Parkway #201, Cary, NC 27513.