Ceramic Inlays and Onlays

Ceramic inlays and onlays, also known as partial crowns, are precision-crafted dental restorations primarily designed for posterior teeth. These sophisticated porcelain restorations offer unique advantages that make them the optimal choice for specific clinical cases. At Istar, we combine advanced fabrication techniques with premium ceramic materials to create custom inlays and onlays that deliver exceptional fit, aesthetics, and durability for your patients.

Premium Ceramic Inlay and Onlay Solutions

Istar offers two premium ceramic inlay options – Zirconia and E.max – to meet your diverse clinical requirements.

Zirconia Inlays and Onlays

Featuring exceptional mechanical properties and biocompatibility, these restorations boast an impressive flexural strength of 1400 MPa, ensuring long-term durability and superior resistance to posterior masticatory forces.

E.max Inlays and Onlays

These porcelain inlays and onlays deliver natural-looking translucency and color matching, making them the preferred choice for aesthetically demanding cases, particularly in visible areas of the dental arch.

Advantages of Ceramic Inlays & Onlays Over Traditional Restorations

Compared to Direct Fillings: Ceramic inlays & onlays deliver superior durability and aesthetics while providing better marginal integrity to minimize secondary caries risk. These restorations demonstrate significantly higher strength than traditional fillings while preserving more natural tooth structure. Their resistance to thermal expansion and contraction, combined with excellent stain resistance and ease of maintenance, makes them an optimal choice for long-term restoration success.
Compared to Full Crowns: Unlike full crown preparations that often require extensive tooth reduction, ceramic inlays and onlays offer a more conservative approach. This preservation of healthy tooth structure can help avoid unnecessary endodontic treatments while still providing excellent restorative outcomes.

Why Choose Istar Dental Lab for Your Ceramic Restorations

As a modern digital dental laboratory serving dental professionals across 30+ countries and regions, Istar has helped over 150 dental practices enhance their operational efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Advanced Technology

Our excellence stems from a combination of cutting-edge technology and rigorous quality control. Our team of nearly 300 skilled technicians operates state-of-the-art equipment, including 3D printers, 5-axis milling machines, and smart temperature-controlled porcelain furnaces, ensuring exceptional precision and consistency in every restoration.

Superior Service

We pride ourselves on delivering service excellence that matches our product quality. As your dedicated partner, we provide comprehensive after-sales support and technical assistance. Our expert team stands ready to assist you with any challenges, ensuring your practice’s success with every case.

Rapid Turnaround

Istar can also work with intraoral scan data you provide to create dentures. Compared to fixed dental prosthetics, the process of designing and manufacturing removable dentures using intraoral scan data is actually simpler. This is because they do not require crown design—only the dental model needs to be designed and printed.

Competitive Pricing

Despite our location in China, we maintain efficiency comparable to local suppliers. Depending on case complexity, our standard turnaround time is 7-10 days. Track your orders in real-time, with expedited options available to meet your scheduling needs.

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FAQs

1. What's the difference between inlays and onlays?

Both are custom-made ceramic restorations designed to repair tooth decay or damage. Inlays typically restore damage within the cusps of the tooth’s chewing surface, while onlays extend to cover one or more cusps when there’s more extensive damage.

2. How do I know if I'm a candidate for ceramic inlays or onlays?

These restorations may be ideal if you have decay or damage that’s too extensive for traditional fillings but doesn’t require a full crown. They’re particularly suitable for molars and premolars. However, only your dentist can determine the most appropriate treatment plan for your specific situation.

3. What's the process for getting an inlay or onlay?

Your dentist will prepare the affected tooth and create detailed impressions. These can be taken either through traditional impressions or digital scanning technology, which provides precise data for fabrication. A temporary restoration will protect your tooth while your custom inlay or onlay is being crafted in our laboratory.

4. How long do inlays and onlays last, and how should I care for them?

With proper oral hygiene and care, ceramic inlays and onlays can provide 15-30 years of service. Regular brushing, flossing, and avoiding hard foods like ice or hard candy will help maintain their condition. Your dentist will provide specific care instructions based on your restoration.

5. Can I order an inlay directly from Istar?

Istar is a professional dental laboratory that works exclusively with dental practitioners. If you’re interested in our ceramic restorations, please discuss this option with your dentist, who can partner with us for your treatment.