Inlay & Onlay Restorations for Large Cavities — Your Tooth Is Preserved
Far more durable than a classic direct filling and far less tooth loss than a crown. We restore large cavities with custom, lab-made inlays and onlays — in high-strength porcelain (ceramic) or modern 3D-printed composite. Natural appearance, long life and a 5-year written guarantee.
The Ideal Solution Between a Filling and a Crown
An inlay/onlay is an advanced restorative technique used for large cavities or damaged teeth. It is more durable than a classic direct filling and more protective than a full crown. It is produced in the lab from a digital impression — in porcelain or 3D-printed composite — then bonded to your tooth in a second session.
Inlay: an internal filling covering damage within the chewing surface of the tooth. Onlay: a filling covering a wider area including one or more cusps. Both cover only the damaged area, preserving healthy tooth tissue and maintaining your tooth's natural structure.
Two material options. Depending on the case, your inlay/onlay can be made in high-strength porcelain (ceramic) — the most durable and colour-stable choice — using CAD/CAM, or in a modern 3D-printed composite, a precise and more economical alternative produced with digital printing. Your dentist recommends the most suitable material for your tooth.
- Cavities too large for a direct filling
- Fillings that repeatedly break or wear out
- Back-tooth fractures and cracks; teeth worn by bruxism
- Maximum tooth preservation without needing a crown
How Is an Inlay/Onlay Applied?
A precise lab process and digital application completed in 2 sessions.
Exam & Preparation
Decayed or damaged tissue is carefully cleaned and the tooth is prepared for the inlay/onlay. Far less tooth is lost than with a crown.
Session 1Digital Impression
An impression of the prepared tooth is taken with a digital scanner and sent to the lab via CAD/CAM and 3D-printing technology.
Session 1Lab Production
Your inlay/onlay is custom-made in the lab — in porcelain (ceramic) or 3D-printed composite — matched to your tooth colour.
3–5 DaysBonding & Check
The finished piece is precisely bonded to the tooth and your bite is checked. The 5-year written guarantee begins.
Session 2The Ideal Choice Between a Filling and a Crown
It offers the best balance between the economy of a direct filling and the durability of a crown. For large cavities it saves your tooth and gives a long-lasting result.
Maximum Tooth Preservation
Far less healthy tissue is cut than with a crown. Only the damaged area is restored, preserving your tooth's natural structure.
Long-Lasting
A porcelain inlay/onlay can last 15+ years on average — 2–3 times longer than a classic direct filling.
High Aesthetics
Lab-made porcelain and composite give a result close to natural tooth structure. No one can tell it's a filling.
Porcelain or 3D Composite
Two material options: highly durable, colour-stable porcelain (ceramic), or a precise, more economical 3D-printed composite. We match the material to your tooth.
CAD/CAM & 3D Printing
Millimetric precision with digital scanning and computer-aided design and printing. A perfect fit to the tooth.
5-Year Written Guarantee
We provide a 5-year written guarantee on our inlay/onlay applications. A long-term, assured result.
A Risk-Free Treatment Experience
For your inlay/onlay treatment we provide a long-lasting, reliable result with quality materials, CAD/CAM and 3D-printing production technology and a 5-year written guarantee. Transparent pricing, no surprise costs.
5-Year Written Guarantee
A written, contractual 5-year guarantee on inlay/onlay restorations covering material and workmanship. Replacement assurance in case of breakage, dislodging or tissue separation.
CAD/CAM & 3D-Printed Production
Millimetric-precision porcelain or composite made with a digital scanner and computer-aided design and printing. A far more accurate fit than traditional methods.
Transparent Pricing
A written quote after examination. Instalments and international credit cards accepted. No hidden fees, no surprise costs.
Common Questions About Inlays & Onlays
The questions asked most often before treatment.
A classic direct filling is applied straight onto the tooth in a single chairside session and lasts an average of 5–10 years. An inlay/onlay is a piece prepared in the lab with digital technology and bonded in a second session. It lasts longer, doesn't wear as quickly and holds its shape better. Inlays/onlays are preferred for large cavities, fractures and where high durability is needed.
We offer two options. Porcelain (ceramic) inlays/onlays are the most durable and colour-stable choice, ideal for long-term results and high aesthetic demands. 3D-printed composite inlays/onlays are produced with digital printing technology — a precise, lighter and more economical alternative that suits many cases. After examination, your dentist advises which material best fits your tooth, your bite and your budget.
An inlay is an internal filling covering the enclosed area within the chewing surface of the tooth. An onlay is a wider filling that includes one or more outer cusps. The choice between them is based on the size of the cavity and which parts of the tooth are damaged. Both preserve your tooth's natural structure to the maximum.
A crown covers the entire tooth, which requires cutting the tooth 360 degrees. An inlay/onlay restores only the damaged area, preserving healthy tooth tissue. If most of your tooth is sound, an inlay/onlay is the best option. If there is very large damage, a crown may be needed. The decision is made after examination.
An inlay/onlay is completed in 2 sessions. In the first session the tooth is prepared and an impression taken (45–60 minutes), then the restoration is produced in the lab within 3–5 days. In the second session the finished piece is bonded to the tooth (30–45 minutes). For international patients, a 3–5 day visit to Antalya is enough.
No — on the contrary, it protects it. While the inlay/onlay restores the damaged part of the tooth, minimal cutting is done on healthy tissue. Both porcelain and composite are biocompatible materials, compatible with gums and tissues. The restoration bonds chemically to the tooth with special adhesives and strengthens it.
With quality material, correct application and regular care, a porcelain inlay/onlay can last 15–20 years or more, and a 3D-printed composite gives a durable mid-term result. Both far outlast a classic direct filling. At Kadıgil this longevity is secured with a 5-year written guarantee.
Yes — inlays/onlays are especially recommended for bruxism patients because they are far more durable than direct fillings. For heavy grinders, porcelain is usually the preferred material and a night guard is recommended. This protects both your restoration and your other teeth.
The price varies by size (inlay/onlay), the material chosen (porcelain or 3D-printed composite) and the number of teeth. Although more than a direct filling, it is a cost-effective investment for longevity and durability. A tailored written quote is provided after examination. There are no hidden fees.
A Long-Lasting Solution for Large Cavities
A free examination to assess your tooth's condition and determine whether you are suitable for an inlay/onlay — in porcelain or 3D-printed composite. An aesthetic, durable solution with a 5-year written guarantee.