Lächelnde Frau mit roten Haaren und Sommersprossen, die auf dem Rücken liegt und die Augen geschlossen hat.
Lächelnde Frau mit roten Haaren und Sommersprossen, die entspannt auf dem Rücken liegt und die Augen geschlossen hat.

Inlays – precision and longevity for your dental health

Preserving the natural tooth substance is at the centre of every treatment at SP64. A precisely fitting restoration means lasting stability.

At SP64 we see treatment with inlays not as a mere repair, but as the highest-quality way of restoring a tooth to its original strength and aesthetics. An inlay (inlay filling) is used where conventional fillings reach their limits. Your advantage: an extremely durable, precisely fitting solution that blends seamlessly into your tooth and stabilises it permanently.

Dunkelroter Pfeil nach unten als grafisches Element

More than just a filling – our inlay concept at SP64

Inlays are far more than conventional fillings. While composite fillings are layered directly in the mouth, an inlay is a workpiece made individually from ceramic in a master dental laboratory. With inlays, we at SP64 combine the highest material quality with maximum precision of fit.

Every restoration is planned individually: from the precise preparation of the defect through the digital impression to exact placement. The result is a treatment concept that does not only close the defect, but protects and preserves the natural tooth substance – your function, your aesthetics, your safety.

Book your appointment online.

Schedule your visit on Doctolib in just a few clicks – anytime, without having to call us.

Inlays with modern technology at SP64

Innovation meets craftsmanship perfection.

By using high-resolution optics, digital scanning procedures ( CEREC ) and biocompatible high-performance ceramics, we achieve a precision in the micrometre range.

The close cooperation with our specialised dental laboratory allows us to produce inlays that are hardly distinguishable from the natural tooth substance in shape, colour and function. That means: perfect contact points with the neighbouring teeth, an ideal occlusal surface design and a permanently tight marginal seal. This is how inlay treatment at the highest level is created – medically sound and aesthetically perfected.

Typical course of an inlay treatment at SP64

So that you know exactly what to expect from us, we have structured the course of inlay treatment clearly:

1. Diagnostics & consultation Thorough examination of the tooth, assessment of the size of the defect and discussion. Clarification of why an inlay is the more stable solution compared with a filling in your case.

2. Preparation & impression Gentle removal of caries or old fillings and shaping of the tooth. A precise impression (digitally by scan) then follows, which serves as an exact template for the laboratory.

3. Temporary restoration To protect the tooth, you receive a high-quality temporary restoration for the time of production in the laboratory, which stabilises the tooth and maintains chewing function.

4. Production in the master dental laboratory In close coordination with our dental technicians, your inlay is modelled and produced individually – for a perfect fit and natural aesthetics.

5. Try-in & adhesive bonding Once production is complete, the try-in takes place at SP64. If everything fits perfectly, the inlay is permanently bonded to the tooth using a special adhesive technique. This provides extremely high stability.

6. Check-up & polishing Checking of the bite (occlusion) and final polishing of the transitions for a completely natural feeling in the mouth.

Your individual tooth preservation plan at SP64

An inlay as a tooth filling is an investment in the future of your tooth. Together with you, we at SP64 develop a long-term plan: from the precise restoration through to regular prophylaxis.

The aim is to preserve the natural tooth substance for as long as possible and to avoid more extensive treatments such as crowns or root canal treatments through timely, high-quality restorations.

Why inlays at your dentist SP64 make so much sense

  • Extreme longevity and durability: with good care, inlays often last considerably longer than conventional tooth fillings
  • Highest stability: reinforcement of the remaining tooth substance through the firm bond
  • Perfect aesthetics: ceramic inlays are practically invisible in the mouth and do not discolour
  • Biocompatibility: materials are used that are extremely well tolerated
  • Precise function: exact restoration of the occlusal surface and the interdental spaces

A basis for lasting dental health

A high-quality inlay restoration is a commitment to quality and sustainability. Combining masterly dental technology and modern dentistry at SP64 creates a solution that does not only repair your tooth, but protects it for many years.

In this way, the treatment becomes a lasting success – and your tooth a stable part of your smile.

You can read about why ceramic inlays often pay off in the long term compared with simple fillings in our guide Ceramic Inlays: the long-term solution .

Book your appointment online.

Schedule your visit on Doctolib in just a few clicks – anytime, without having to call us.
FAQ

Our patients also asked

What is the difference between a filling and an inlay?
A filling is layered and cured directly in the mouth from a soft material (e.g. composite). An inlay, by contrast, is made to fit precisely outside the mouth in the laboratory and inserted as a solid workpiece. Inlays are considerably more stable and more durable and can restore the shape of the tooth more precisely.
Ceramic is the gold standard today for aesthetically demanding restorations, as it is tooth-coloured and highly resilient. Gold is regarded as extremely durable and well proven, but is visually conspicuous. At SP64 we advise you individually on which material is optimal for your findings and your wishes.
With good care and regular prophylaxis, inlays can last 15 to 20 years or even longer. This makes them one of the most durable forms of restoration in dentistry.
The preparation is carried out under local anaesthesia and is painless. After placement, the tooth can react somewhat sensitively to cold or warmth for a short time, but this quickly returns to normal.
If the defect is too large and the remaining tooth substance no longer offers enough support, a partial crown or a crown is the safer choice. At SP64 we always examine the most substance-preserving option for you.
Because of the high laboratory effort and the high-quality materials, inlays are more expensive than simple fillings. Statutory health insurers provide a fixed contribution at the level of a standard filling. Private insurers and supplementary insurance policies often cover a large part of the costs, depending on the tariff. We will be happy to prepare a transparent cost estimate for you at SP64.

The difference lies primarily in the extent of the restoration: an inlay (inlay filling) lies within the occlusal surface and usually replaces only part of the inner tooth substance, while the cusps of the tooth are preserved. An onlay (cusp-covering filling) goes one step further and additionally covers one or more cusps of the tooth if these have been weakened by caries or fractures.

At SP64 we decide, depending on the stability of the remaining tooth walls, which form offers the safest support for your tooth. Both variants are produced individually for you in the laboratory and provide maximum precision of fit.

Beiges Pfeil-Icon als Button für die Online-Terminvereinbarung
All services are available in English. We provide dental care for international patients in Frankfurt with clear communication in your language.