Inlays are a solid, natural-looking solution for fixing a damaged or decayed tooth. We build personalized inlays at Smile Studio to restore the chewing surface of a tooth—when a simple filling won’t do, but a full crown is not required. Made of durable materials like porcelain or composite, these inlays blend in with the area of damage perfectly, providing your tooth with long-lasting protection that can last for years.
Inlays are a great way to restore function and strength to teeth with a deep crack or cavity, particularly the back molars. Unlike traditional fillings that we typically perform in our office, inlays are custom-fabricated in a lab to provide an exact fit for your tooth. A precise process provides you with a stronger and longer-lasting restoration, one that feels as natural as it appears. Firmly bonded to the tooth, inlays successfully reduce the risk of future damage without sacrificing your natural structure. At Smile Studio, we highly recommend inlays as a conservative and highly effective way of preserving your healthy and resilient smile.
Fillings are placed directly into the cavity, while inlays are custom-fabricated in a lab and then bonded to the tooth for a stronger, more precise fit.
No, the process is generally painless and performed under local anesthesia to ensure you feel at ease.
With good oral hygiene, inlays can last for 10–15 years or more.
No. We use tooth-colored materials like porcelain or composite, so your inlay blends in seamlessly with your natural teeth.
Inlays are recommended when the damage is too large for a filling but not extensive enough to require a full crown—allowing you to preserve more of your healthy tooth structure.
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