If your tooth has significant damage or a large filling that needs replacement, inlays and onlays can provide a conservative option for restoring its strength and function. At Smile Point Dental in Oakville, we use custom-made inlays and onlays designed to fit your tooth precisely while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible. These restorations can help improve chewing function and provide a natural-looking solution for damaged teeth.
30–120 minutes, depending on the case
Flexible Hours
Little to no downtime
Minimal, with local anesthesia if needed
Inlays and onlays are custom dental restorations used to repair damaged or decayed teeth, but they serve slightly different purposes. Inlays fit within the grooves of the tooth and are ideal for smaller areas of damage, while onlays cover one or more of the tooth’s cusps, making them suitable for larger repairs. Both options are more durable than traditional fillings and help preserve your natural tooth structure. At our Oakville dental clinic, we offer expertly crafted inlays and onlays to restore strength, function, and appearance to your smile.
Onlays and crowns both fix damaged teeth, but they work in different ways. An onlay covers part of the tooth, while a crown covers the whole tooth. Onlays are a good choice when the damage is not too big and more of your natural tooth can be saved. Crowns are better when the tooth is badly damaged or needs extra support. At our Smile Point Dental Office Oakville, we’ll help you choose the right option to keep your tooth strong and your smile looking great.
At Smile Point Dental in Oakville, Dr. Dorar Abudaqa is a general dentist with over 20 years of experience providing restorative dental care. He helps patients restore damaged teeth with custom inlays and onlays when a filling is not enough, but a full crown may not be necessary. Using high-quality materials such as porcelain and composite resin, Dr. Abudaqa focuses on creating restorations designed for a precise fit, natural appearance, and comfortable function. His patient-centred approach combines careful treatment planning with advanced digital imaging to support each patient’s unique oral health needs. He is a proud member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO), the Canadian Dental Association (CDA), and the Ontario Dental Association (ODA).
