Dentist Services in Vernon BC

Porcelain inlays and onlays offer a highly aesthetic and durable alternative to traditional composite fillings, especially for restoring weakened back teeth that endure heavy chewing forces. These restorations are designed to protect and rebuild large portions of a decayed or heavily restored tooth, providing strength where it’s most needed.

Unlike crowns, which cover the entire visible surface of a tooth, inlays and onlays cover only part of the tooth. This makes them a more conservative option that preserves more of your natural tooth structure while still providing excellent protection and support.

What Are Porcelain Inlays and Onlays?

• Inlays fit within the cusps of the tooth, covering the area between the raised points.
• Onlays extend over one or more cusps, covering a larger area but still less than a full crown.

Both are made from high-quality porcelain, custom-matched to your natural tooth shade, so they blend seamlessly with your smile. The porcelain material is the same strong, tooth-colored ceramic used for crowns and bridgework, ensuring durability and a natural appearance.

Benefits Compared to Composite Fillings

• Superior Strength and Durability: Porcelain inlays and onlays are fabricated in a dental laboratory using advanced materials and techniques, making them stronger and longer-lasting than typical tooth-colored composite fillings.
• Conservative Preparation: Because they only cover part of the tooth, less natural tooth structure needs to be removed compared to crowns.
• Aesthetic Excellence: Custom shading and polishing make porcelain inlays and onlays virtually undetectable — they look and feel like your natural teeth.

At Courtview Dental, we recommend porcelain inlays and onlays when you need a durable, long-lasting restoration that combines function with a beautiful, natural look. If you have a damaged or heavily restored tooth and want a conservative yet strong solution, our team can help you determine if porcelain inlays or onlays are the right choice.