Dental Inlays and Onlays in Fraserburgh
A modern, simpler solution for damaged teeth!
Dental Inlays and Onlays
If you have a large cavity, worn tooth surfaces, or fillings that keep failing, you may not need a full crown or extensive filling. In such cases, inlays and onlays at Fraserburgh Dental Care offer a balanced solution. They restore strength and function while preserving healthy tooth structure. Combining the durability of ceramic crowns with the conservative approach of bonding, inlays and onlays provide a long-lasting, natural-looking restoration for teeth that need more than a filling but less than a crown.
Your Treatment Explained
Dental inlay and onlay restorations are custom-made fillings used to repair damage on the chewing surfaces of teeth. Crafted from strong, tooth-coloured materials like porcelain, ceramic, or composite resin, they restore function and blend naturally with surrounding teeth, without the need for excessive reshaping.
The key difference between the two lies in coverage. Dental Inlays fit precisely within the grooves of the tooth, making them ideal for larger cavities. Dental Onlays, on the other hand, cover one or more of the tooth’s cusps, making them suitable for more extensive damage that doesn’t yet require a full dental crown.
Exploring Your Treatment Options
At Fraserburgh Dental Care, we provide various types of inlay and onlay restorations to suit different needs:
- Porcelain or ceramic: Ideal inlays or onlays for front teeth, these offer a natural, enamel-like finish that blends seamlessly with your smile.
- Composite resin: A budget-friendly, tooth-coloured option suitable for minor repairs or temporary restorations on chewing surfaces.
- Gold: Highly durable and perfect for molars, offering exceptional strength and long-term wear protection.
The Right Candidate
Dental inlays and onlays are suitable when a tooth has moderate damage or decay that doesn’t require a full crown. They’re ideal for cases where traditional fillings may not provide enough strength, such as cracks on the biting surface or when existing fillings have failed. These restorations offer a durable solution while preserving as much of the natural tooth structure as possible, maintaining both function and aesthetics.
Fraserburgh Dental Care welcomes patients from Fraserburgh and nearby areas, including Peterhead, Mintlaw, Banff, Strichen, Turriff, Ellon, Stuartfield, New Deer, Rosehearty, Inverallochy, and New Pitsligo.
Why Choose Inlays and Onlays?
Seamless aesthetics
Inlays and onlays are custom-crafted to match your tooth colour and shape, ensuring a flawless, natural look.
Comfortable chewing
This treatment restores biting surfaces, making it easier to chew tough or fibrous foods without discomfort.
Long-lasting strength
Stronger than traditional fillings, inlays and onlays are built to handle daily wear and can last for many years.
Conserves tooth structure
They require minimal tooth preparation, preserving more of your healthy tooth compared to crowns.
Precise fit
Tailored for a snug, accurate fit, they enhance stability and function without compromising comfort.
Simple aftercare
Maintain them like natural teeth. Brushing, flossing, and routine dental visits ensure lasting results.
See the Results for Yourself
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Frequently Asked Questions
Take a look at the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about this treatment below:
Is the inlay or onlay procedure painful?
No. The treatment is carried out under local anaesthesia, ensuring a pain-free experience.
Should I choose gold or porcelain for my inlay/onlay?
Gold is incredibly durable and ideal for molars, where chewing pressure is highest. Porcelain offers a natural appearance, making it a better choice for visible or front teeth.
What’s the best way to maintain inlays or onlays?
Maintain them just like natural teeth—brush twice a day, floss daily, and keep up with regular dental check-ups to ensure long-term health and stability.
The Treatment Journey
Every patient’s journey is different, but here’s what to expect during treatment at Fraserburgh Dental Care.
Initial consultation
We begin by examining the affected tooth, understanding your treatment goals, and explaining the estimated costs of inlays and onlays. This allows us to create a personalised treatment plan.
Treatment procedure
After numbing the area for comfort, the damaged portion of the tooth is removed. We then take precise digital scans to ensure a perfect fit and place a temporary filling to protect the tooth.
Final placement
Your custom inlay or onlay is securely bonded to the tooth. We make any necessary adjustments for comfort and function.
1 Initial consultation
We begin by examining the affected tooth, understanding your treatment goals, and explaining the estimated costs of inlays and onlays. This allows us to create a personalised treatment plan.
2 Treatment procedure
After numbing the area for comfort, the damaged portion of the tooth is removed. We then take precise digital scans to ensure a perfect fit and place a temporary filling to protect the tooth.
3 Final placement
Your custom inlay or onlay is securely bonded to the tooth. We make any necessary adjustments for comfort and function.
Don’t let damaged teeth affect your smile or confidence
Get in touch with Fraserburgh Dental Care to explore how dental inlays and onlays can restore both function and aesthetics.
Other Treatments We Offer
Root Canal Treatment
While a simple filling can often resolve broken or decayed teeth, sometimes, when the problem has reached the pulp or nerve of the tooth, root canal treatment is necessary.
First, we will remove the damaged or infected nerve before cleansing and shaping the inner canal to prevent reinfection and then sealing fully. Once the endodontic treatment has been carried out a crown, usually gold or porcelain, may be used to cover a tooth that has a large opening after root canal therapy.
Dental Hygiene
Our experienced hygienists have a keen focus on providing first class dental hygiene to keep your teeth and gums healthy and gum disease free.
We believe that prevention is key and we will work with you to help formulate a customised oral hygiene plan to suit your mouth and lifestyle. We recommend that all of our patients attend regular hygiene appointments and dental checkups to keep their smiles healthy.
Teeth Whitening
Your smile is important. It’s one of the first things you notice when you meet someone. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful – it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression.
Your lifestyle and the aging process can stain and darken your teeth. Many things we do on a regular basis can contribute to stained teeth, such as drinking coffee, tea, cola and red wine or smoking.
Dentures
Dentures are a removable option for replacing missing teeth. They can be particularly useful when there is extensive loss of bone support or when multiple teeth are missing. In addition to tooth replacement, dentures can also give support and structure to soft tissues of the cheek and lips, while restoring dental form and function. Our skilled dental technicians will construct the dentures in the laboratory based on our prescription.
