When a cavity is too large for a standard filling but your tooth is too healthy to be cut down for a full crown, an inlay is the perfect solution. Our custom-crafted inlays fit into your prepared tooth like a puzzle piece—reinforcing the structure, sealing out decay, and restoring up to 75% of the tooth’s original strength with a seamless, natural look.
A dental inlay is a custom-fit, laboratory-made filling. While regular fillings are molded directly in your mouth, inlays are precision-crafted outside of the mouth to fit the exact contours of your cavity. This results in a restoration that is significantly stronger and longer-lasting.
We offer two primary materials: high-strength porcelain for maximum stain resistance and durability, and tooth-coloured composite for an aesthetically pleasing, cost-effective solution. Both options are securely bonded to your tooth, reinforcing the remaining structure to prevent fractures and seal out future decay.
Inlays are the perfect middle ground for teeth that are too damaged for a simple filling but not damaged enough to require a full crown.
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Regular fillings are excellent for small cavities, but they can weaken a tooth when used to fill large spaces. An inlay is a solid, custom-made restoration. When bonded into place, it actually reinforces the tooth structure, making it significantly stronger and more resistant to fracture than a tooth with a large filling.
The main difference is how much tooth structure we remove. To place a crown, we must file down the entire outer surface of the tooth. An inlay is much more conservative; we only remove the decayed or damaged area, preserving the majority of your healthy natural enamel.
Because they are precision-crafted in a laboratory using high-quality materials, inlays are incredibly durable. With proper care and oral hygiene, they can last 20 years or longer, far outlasting the average lifespan of a standard large filling.
No. Whether you choose porcelain or composite, we meticulously shade-match the material to blend perfectly with your natural enamel. Once bonded, the restoration is virtually invisible, restoring the original look of your tooth.
Not at all. We use local anaesthesia to completely numb the tooth and surrounding area before preparation. Because inlays require less drilling than crowns, patients often report less post-operative sensitivity.
Unlike a filling which is molded directly in your mouth, an inlay is custom-engineered in a dental lab to ensure a perfect, watertight fit. The first visit is for preparation and digital scanning; the second is for bonding the finished restoration securely in place.
Yes. We believe in providing the highest quality, most conservative care for your teeth. We offer flexible finance options to help you budget for this superior, long-lasting restoration.
