Extensive loss of tooth structure may sometimes require a restorative approach that goes beyond a conventional filling while remaining more conservative than a full-coverage crown. Inlay and onlay restorations are precisely fabricated, patient-specific restorations produced in a laboratory setting using porcelain or composite materials, designed to restore only the damaged portion of the tooth.

This approach allows for maximum preservation of healthy tooth structure while providing significantly higher strength and superior esthetics compared to conventional direct restorations. In endodontically treated teeth with reduced structural support, endocrown designs utilize the pulp chamber for retention, achieving functional integrity without excessive removal of surrounding tooth tissue.

Prepared with micron-level precision using digital scanning technologies, these porcelain restorations represent a modern solution for maintaining gingival health and optimally disturbing occlusal forces. Through contemporary restorative techniques, the natural tooth anatomy is preserved while ensuring long-term functional durability.