A durable, precise alternative to fillings for moderately damaged teeth, at Highfield Dental Clinic, Edgbaston.
When a tooth needs more support than a filling but not a full crown, precision matters. Our team designs every restoration around your tooth’s specific needs.
Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used when a tooth has too much damage for a standard filling but doesn’t require a full crown. An inlay fits within the grooves of the tooth, while an onlay extends over one or more of the tooth’s cusps, offering strong, long-lasting protection.
Our dentists will explain which option is most appropriate based on the extent of damage to your tooth.
If you have a tooth that needs more than a filling but not a full crown, our Edgbaston team can advise on the best option.
Treatment is completed with precision across a small number of visits, including:
This approach helps preserve as much of your natural tooth as possible.
Wherever possible, we aim to protect your natural tooth structure rather than removing more than necessary. Inlays and onlays offer a middle ground between a simple filling and a full crown, giving strong, lasting protection.
Our Edgbaston team is happy to talk through whether this option suits your tooth.
An inlay sits within the tooth’s grooves, while an onlay also covers one or more of the tooth’s cusps. Your dentist will recommend the right option based on the extent of damage.
They can be made in tooth-coloured materials for a discreet, natural appearance.
Typically two: one to prepare the tooth and take an impression, and one to fit the finished restoration.
They’re designed to be long-lasting, though durability varies by individual case and will be discussed with your dentist.
