Inlays
and Onlays
 An
inlay is similar to a filling and is used inside
the cusp tips of the tooth. An onlay is a more
substantial reconstruction, similar to the inlay
but extending out over one or more of the cusps
of the tooth.
Inlays and onlays can be made of porcelain,
gold, or composite resin. Porcelain inlays mimic
enamel's translucency and color, making them attractive
choices for patients. Gold alloy inlays and onlays
possess greater durability and better resist tarnishing
and corrosion. |
