Inlays & Onlays

Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used to repair a tooth when the damage is too extensive for a filling but doesn't require a full crown. Made to fit precisely within or over the chewing surface of a tooth, they restore strength and shape while preserving as much of the natural tooth structure as possible. Patients typically consider an inlay or onlay after a large cavity, a fractured cusp, or when an old filling has broken down and needs a sturdier replacement.

How the Process Works

Digital Impressions — Our intraoral scanner captures the shape of the prepared tooth without messy molds.
Shade Matching — Digital shade matching helps the finished restoration blend with your natural tooth color.
Precise Preparation — Dental loupes and electric handpieces allow for careful, detailed shaping of the tooth before the restoration is placed.

Who Provides This Care

Dr. Adam Salm, Dr. Jed Kanner, and Dr. Hayley Grandeau each provide general restorative dentistry, including inlays and onlays, as part of everyday patient care at the practice. During your visit, they'll evaluate the tooth, discuss whether an inlay, onlay, or another restoration is the better fit, and walk you through what to expect.

Comfort During Treatment

Quieter Instruments — Electric handpieces reduce both treatment time and noise.
Numbing Options — Nitrous oxide is available for patients who feel anxious about dental work.