With the amount of dental treatments available, it can be hard to keep all of them straight. Inlays, onlays, and crowns are all forms of restorative care that your dentist can use to improve the look and function of your teeth.
Inlays 
Inlays are a dental innovation that offers patients an alternative to traditional fillings. Amalgam fillings create unattractive dark spots in your teeth that can detract from the appearance of your smile. Inlays, on the other hand, allow you to enjoy a beautiful set of teeth, even if you have cavities. These restorations repair the chewing surface of your teeth and are typically made of composite resin or porcelain, but are also available in gold. Resin and porcelain inlays are made in a shade to match the color of your natural tooth to help preserve the healthy appearance of your smile. Inlays allow your dentist to save more of your natural tooth structure and are more durable than metal fillings.
Onlays
While inlays are designed to fill cavities in the center of a tooth, onlays are used to repair decay that affects more of the tooth’s surface, and can be described as sitting on top of the tooth, rather than in it. Both inlays and onlays are created by a machine and fit precisely with your damaged tooth, unlike fillings, which are shaped in or on your tooth.
Dental Crowns
For teeth that have suffered severe decay or damage, dentists often recommend crowns as part of their treatment. Dental crowns sit like a cap on top of what remains of your natural tooth structure. These restorations are frequently used to support weakened teeth, hold dental bridges in place, restore worn or cracked teeth, cover dental implants, and protect teeth following root canal treatment . Crowns can be made from ceramic, resin, porcelain, and metal.
Glenwood Premier Dental specializes in a broad range of services for restorative care in Hazlet, including laser dentistry. To schedule your free dental consultation, give us a call at (732) 264-4477.