Onlay Restorations

An onlay restoration is a custom made filling made of composite material, gold, or tooth-colored porcelain.  An onlay is sometimes also referred to as a partial crown.  It is made by a professional dental laboratory and is permanently cemented onto the tooth by your dentist.

Onlays can be utilized to conservatively repair teeth that have large defective fillings or have been damaged by decay or trauma.  Onlays are an ideal alternative to crowns (caps) because less tooth structure is removed in the preparation of onlays.  Onlays are essentially identical to inlays with the exception that one or more of the chewing cusps have also been affected and need to be included in the restoration.

As with most dental restorations, onlays are not always permanent and may someday require replacement.  They are highly durable and will last many years, giving you a beautiful long lasting smile.

Reasons for onlay restorations:

  • Broken or fractured teeth.
  • Cosmetic enhancement.
  • Decayed teeth.
  • Fractured fillings.
  • Large fillings.

What does getting an onlay involve?

An onlay procedure usually requires two appointments.  Your first appointment will include taking several highly accurate impressions (molds) that will be used to create your custom onlay and a temporary restoration.

While the tooth is numb, the dentist will remove any decay and/or old filling materials.  The space will then be thoroughly cleaned and carefully prepared, shaping the surface to properly fit an onlay restoration.  A temporary filling will be applied to protect the tooth while your onlay is made by a dental laboratory.

At your second appointment, your new onlay will be carefully and precisely cemented into place.  A few adjustments may be necessary to ensure a proper fit and that your bite is comfortable.

You will receive care instruction at the conclusion of your treatment.  Good oral hygiene practices, a proper diet, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new onlay.

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I have been going to Dr. Bonadeo for about 30 years. He is very awesome in his practice, the excellence of his work is very obvious in each and every procedure he performs. Dr. Bonadeo is a great person as well, we always have a good time when I go in for an appt, we do have some good laughs sometimes.
His staff is very cooperative and always accommodating. Teeth cleaning is a breeze with Deanna the Hygenist, she is wonderful, and also has a great personality. My husband and I have been going to Dr. Bonadeo for so long, that we feel like family when we are there. His work speaks for itself, and that is why he has patients that have been going to him for their dental needs for so many years.

Karen O.

5.0 star rating 2/8/2020
I am very happy with and highly recommend my dentist Dr. Bonadeo. I have been his patient for a few years now since my previous dentist retired. Dr. Bonadeo is not convenient to where I live, but it is worth my travel to be under his care for my dental needs. I have had fillings, replacement of old fillings, root canal, crowns, and teeth alignment procedures performed by the very competent Dr. Bonadeo, all of which have been extremely satisfactory to me. He is personable and very concerned of your comfort level during your procedure. Going to the dentist in the past had been a scary experience for me, but "thank you" Dr. Bonadeo for making that experience more comfortable!

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I have been a patient of Dr. Bonadeo's for over 35 years! The staff is friendly and the care received is excellent. His work is top notch!

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