Inlays and onlays are custom porcelain restorations that repair decayed or damaged back teeth while keeping more of the natural tooth than a crown. At EverWhite in Brentwood, Los Angeles, Dr. Mansour Zakhor, DDS uses them when a filling isn’t strong enough but a full crown isn’t needed.
Inlay vs. onlay
- Inlay: fits inside the grooves of the chewing surface, between the cusps.
- Onlay: covers the grooves and one or more cusps, for more extensive damage.
Why choose porcelain?
Porcelain inlays and onlays are made to fit your tooth precisely and bonded in place, which helps strengthen what’s left of the tooth. They’re tooth-colored, so they blend in, and they’re more durable than large fillings.
The process
Decay or the old filling is removed and the tooth is scanned digitally. Your inlay or onlay is made to that scan, then checked for fit and bite and bonded in place.
A conservative alternative to crowns
Keeping healthy tooth structure matters for the long-term health of the tooth. If the damage is too extensive, Dr. Zakhor may recommend a porcelain crown instead. Either way, you’ll see the plan and the cost before treatment begins.
Visit EverWhite in Brentwood
EverWhite Smile Boutique is a full-service dental office at Brentwood Gardens, 11677 San Vicente Blvd, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90049, close to Westwood, Santa Monica and the Pacific Palisades. We’re open Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm, and Saturday, 9am–2pm. Book online or call (310) 208-0007.