Inlays

Restore teeth back to their former glory with our inlays and onlays.

When a tooth is so badly worn that it can’t support a directly placed filling, inlays or onlays could be the answer. These custom-made pieces fit like a puzzle into or over the affected tooth’s cavity or missing portion, protecting it against chewing forces. Inlays are placed inside the tooth, while onlays fit over the tooth and both are made of either gold or porcelain.

Our porcelain inlays & onlays are totally natural

While gold inlays and onlays have an excellent track record, advances in dental technology have seen the arrival of porcelain versions that rival its strength. However, the real advantage with porcelain inlays and onlays is that they are much more aesthetically pleasing, because they can be made to look and feel like enamel. At K2 Dental we custom-make your porcelain inlays and onlays at our in-house lab, resulting in a fast turnaround, a perfect fit and an exact colour match. All this means your new smile will be totally natural!

The benefits of inlays and onlays

Inlays and onlays provide a much better resistance than fillings against biting forces, but there are other benefits too:

• Super-tight fit, eliminating the chance of decay
• Reduced chance of gum disease
• Long-lasting fit
• Easy to clean, resulting in better dental hygiene

Fitting your inlays or onlays

After an initial consultation to work out a treatment plan that suits you, the process of fitting inlays or onlays is carried out over two appointments:

Appointment 1:

We prepare the tooth, take impressions and place a temporary inlay or onlay. We use the impressions to custom-make your inlays or onlays in our lab.

Appointment 2:

After checking the aesthetic result and that your new bite is working well, we bond the permanent inlay or onlay to your tooth.

Inlays and onlays FAQs

• Q: How long do inlays and onlays last?
  Inlays and onlays can last between 5 and 15 years depending on the amount of wear and tear they experience. Good oral hygiene and avoiding grinding or clenching your teeth will ensure they last longer.
   
• Q: How much do inlays and onlays cost?
  They start at £500 per piece for non-members and £450 for members. 

You can read more about inlays and onlays on Wikipedia, or why not let us tell you more and get in touch today.