Dental Onlays

When decay is moderate, a dental onlay may be the ideal solution. This is because there are two conditions, which must be satisfied for a therapy to be considered ideal.

• Complete eradication of decay.
• Preservation of natural tooth structure. In this way, the risk of a tooth cracking, breaking, or requiring a root canal is minimized.

While it’s easy to be confused about the differences between a dental inlay and a dental onlay, it really boils down to the circumstances dictating their use. 

An inlay is intended to cover the rounded edges, also known as cusps, located near the center of the surface of the tooth. 

An onlay covers one to four cusps, the biting surface of the decayed tooth, or both. 

We only offer onlays made from the highest quality composite resin, gold, or porcelain.

As long as you brush and floss at least twice a day and visit Dr. Mulandi bi-annually for your preventive cleaning and check-up, you may expect your new onlay to last as long as 30 years. To prevent breakage, it is important to avoid biting down on hard foods with the treated tooth.

A dental onlay is a custom-made restoration that covers one or more cusps or the entire biting surface of a damaged tooth, bridging the gap between a filling and a full crown. It preserves more of your natural tooth structure compared to a crown while providing stronger protection than a standard filling. The team at Eastern Slope Dental offers onlays in high-quality materials like composite resin, gold, or porcelain. With an onlay, you gain a durable solution that looks natural and helps maintain your tooth’s long-term health.