Repair extensively damaged and decayed back teeth with a custom-made, high-strength inlay to fill cavities within the tooth, or an onlay to cover the cusps at Castle Dental in Lincolnshire.
Repair extensively damaged and decayed back teeth with a custom-made, high-strength inlay to fill cavities within the tooth, or an onlay to cover the cusps at Castle Dental in Lincolnshire.
An inlay is a custom-made restoration that rebuilds a damaged or decayed area within the biting surface of a tooth. It’s typically a good option when the damage is too extensive for a standard filling, but there’s enough healthy structure remaining to avoid a dental crown.
Onlays are slightly larger and extend over one or more weakened cusps on the biting surface of the tooth, providing additional coverage and protection when a large filling will not offer enough support, helping preserve more of the natural tooth than a full crown.
Inlays and onlays are indirect dental restorations, which means that, unlike a filling that’s placed and shaped directly in the mouth, they’re made in a laboratory and then cemented onto the tooth, creating a strong restoration that protects the remaining natural tooth for up to 20 years.
Referred to as indirect fillings, inlays and onlays sit between a standard filling and a full dental crown and restore teeth that are too badly decayed or chipped for standard treatment.
They’re mostly recommended when a back tooth has lost too much of its natural structure, but there’s enough healthy structure remaining.
They can help to:
Our dentists at Castle Dental will begin by examining the tooth to assess how much healthy structure remains before recommending treatment.
As inlays and onlays are indirect restorations, they’re designed outside the mouth before being fitted and are typically completed over two appointments.
Dental inlays and onlays at Castle Dental cost from £710. To assess suitability for treatment, patients will first require an examination so our dentists can assess the extent of the damage. New patient exams cost from £80, while routine exams for existing patients cost from £65. Before any treatment begins, patients will be made aware of their available treatment options, a clear treatment plan and an estimate of fees.
Our dental practice in Lincolnshire has over 25 years of experience repairing damaged, decayed and weakened teeth with carefully planned inlays and onlays.
Dr Katalin Rozsavari, Principal Dentist & Owner, GDC: 246276
Dr Rozsavari has 25+ years of experience and takes a conservative approach to repairing damaged teeth, helping patients preserve as much healthy natural tooth structure as possible.
Dr Katarina Stead, Associate Dentist, GDC: 245080
Dr Stead provides patient-centred restorative care and can assess whether a damaged tooth is best repaired with a filling, inlay, onlay or crown, depending on how much healthy tooth remains.
Castle Dental is based in Lincoln city centre and welcomes new private patients from Lincoln, North Hykeham, Waddington, Nettleham, Saxilby, Washingborough, Branston, Cherry Willingham, Skellingthorpe, Welton and surrounding Lincolnshire villages.
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Inlays and onlays at Castle Dental cost from £710. You’ll first need an examination so our dentists can assess the tooth and confirm the most appropriate restoration before providing a treatment estimate.
An inlay repairs damage contained within the biting surface of a tooth. An onlay covers a larger area and extends over one or more weakened cusps to provide additional protection.
It depends on how much tooth structure has been lost. A standard filling is usually preferred for smaller cavities, whereas an inlay or onlay can provide greater strength and coverage when the area of damage is too large for a predictable filling.
An onlay only covers the damaged or weakened areas of the tooth, while a crown covers almost the entire visible portion. This means an onlay can preserve more healthy natural tooth where a full crown isn’t required.
Well-maintained inlays and onlays can last for many years, with some lasting around 15-20 years. Their lifespan depends on factors including the material used, your bite, oral hygiene, and how much pressure the restoration is exposed to.
Inlays and onlays are typically completed over two appointments. The first involves preparing and recording the tooth so we can make your restoration, while the second involves checking and securely fitting the finished restoration.
The tooth can be numbed with local anaesthetic during preparation to keep the treatment comfortable. Some temporary sensitivity can occur after fitting, but this usually settles as the tooth adjusts.
Yes. Inlays and onlays are often used when a large existing filling has failed or when the remaining tooth needs more support than another filling would provide. Your dentist will assess the tooth first to determine the most suitable restoration.