Fillings are a necessary part of dental care, patching up holes caused by decay so you can maintain complete use of your teeth. However, they can also be unsightly and noticeable by others. Fortunately, the development of porcelain inlay restorations has solved that problem. Now, instead of silver fillings, you can receive tooth-colored porcelain inlays accomplish the same thing.
In addition to filling cavities, porcelain inlays can also repair teeth that have large, defective fillings or that have been damaged by trauma. For this reason, they can also be an effective, less-invasive alternative to crowns, requiring less removal of tooth structure before placement.
Porcelain inlays are made in professional dental laboratories and permanently cemented to your affected teeth. Like most dental restorations, they are highly durable and can last for years before needing repair or replacement due to normal wear and tear.