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Teeth Inlays and Onlays in San Francisco

Teeth inlays and onlays in San Francisco are custom porcelain restorations that strengthen back teeth conservatively.

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Patient with natural-looking teeth inlays and onlays in San Francisco
Cosmetic Dentistry » Inlays and Onlays

Teeth Inlays and Onlays in San Francisco

Teeth inlays and onlays in San Francisco are custom porcelain restorations that strengthen back teeth conservatively.

Patient with natural-looking teeth inlays and onlays in San Francisco
About the service

What inlays and onlays are

Teeth inlays and onlays are tooth-colored porcelain restorations that sit between a filling and a crown. An inlay for teeth fills the center of a tooth, teeth onlays also cover a cusp, and both preserve more of your natural tooth than a crown would.

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Dr. Vadim Skorupko fitting a porcelain inlay for a back tooth in San Francisco

33+

Years of Experience

4,000+

Implants Placed

About the service

What inlays and onlays are

Teeth inlays and onlays are tooth-colored porcelain restorations that sit between a filling and a crown. An inlay for teeth fills the center of a tooth, teeth onlays also cover a cusp, and both preserve more of your natural tooth than a crown would.

Dr. Vadim Skorupko fitting a porcelain inlay for a back tooth in San Francisco

33+

Years of Experience

4,000+

Implants Placed

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Who This Helps

Who inlays and onlays help

Teeth inlays and onlays help when a tooth is too damaged for a filling but does not need a full crown.

A large or failing old filling

A cracked or worn back tooth

Decay too big for a filling

A chipped chewing surface

A wish to preserve tooth

A tooth-colored restoration

Who This Helps

Who inlays and onlays help

Teeth inlays and onlays help when a tooth is too damaged for a filling but does not need a full crown.

A large or failing old filling

A cracked or worn back tooth

Decay too big for a filling

A chipped chewing surface

A wish to preserve tooth

A tooth-colored restoration

Transparent Pricing

Clear, upfront pricing

Your inlay for teeth or onlay is planned and priced openly after an exam. All costs are reviewed before any treatment.

Why us

Why choose us for inlays and onlays

Tooth-preserving care

We keep more of your natural tooth than a crown requires, which is the whole point of teeth onlays and inlays.

Strong porcelain

Durable, tooth-colored porcelain inlays and onlays built to last on back teeth.

Precise custom fit

Each inlay for teeth is made to fit your tooth exactly.

Insurance & Access

Making Care Easier to Access

We accept major insurances and work with your provider to maximize your coverage.

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No insurance?

For uninsured patients, an accessible first visit is available for only $199, designed to keep care simple.

Comprehensive exam

Digital X-rays

Doctor’s personalized cleaning

Soft tissue screening

Free whitening kit

Insurance & access

Major Insurances Accepted.

We accept major insurances and work with your provider to maximize your coverage.

No insurance?

For uninsured patients, an accessible first visit is available for $199, designed to keep care simple.

Comprehensive exam

Digital X-rays

Doctor’s personalized cleaning

Soft tissue screening

Free whitening kit

Before & after

Real restoration results

Before-and-after photos show how teeth inlays and onlays restore strength and a natural look to back teeth.

Before teeth inlays and onlays, large old filling in San Francisco (case 1)
After porcelain inlay, restored natural-looking tooth (case 1)
BEFORE AFTER
Before dental inlay, decayed chewing surface (case 2)
After inlay for teeth, strong tooth-colored repair (case 2)
BEFORE AFTER
Before dental onlay, cracked back tooth (case 3)
After teeth onlays, protected restored cusp (case 3) After porcelain inlays and onlays in dentistry
BEFORE AFTER
Process

How The Process Works

Teeth inlays and onlays follow a clear, paced plan, from preparation to a precise custom fit, with explanations at every step.

Consultation

We review the tooth and decide whether an inlay for teeth or teeth onlays suit it best.

Prep and impression

We gently prepare the tooth and take a precise impression or scan.

Custom restoration

A porcelain inlay or onlay is crafted to fit your tooth exactly.

Bonding

We bond the restoration and check comfort, bite, and appearance.

A Thoughtful Extra

Enjoy a $100 Dining Certificate to Morton’s The Steakhouse

Dinner is on us. Our way of saying thank you to patients who complete their first visit.

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$100 Morton's The Steakhouse dining gift for new teeth inlays and onlays patients in San Francisco

A Thoughtful Extra

Enjoy a $100 Dining Certificate to Morton’s The Steakhouse

Dinner is on us. Our way of saying thank you to patients who complete their first visit.

$100 Morton's The Steakhouse dining gift for new teeth inlays and onlays patients in San Francisco

We believe a repair should feel as natural as your own tooth.

We believe a repair should feel as natural as your own tooth.

Testimonials

What Our Patients Say

picture of Dr. Vadim Skorupko, DDS, M.I.C.O.I., in the office
Meet Your Doctor

Dr. Vadim Skorupko

Dr. Vadim Skorupko, DDS, M.I.C.O.I., brings more than three decades of restorative dentistry. He favors conservative, tooth-preserving teeth inlays and onlays, built with skilled ceramists for a strong, natural-looking result.

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Our Team

Gentle, soft-spoken, and genuinely kind.

Inlays and onlays FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

What are teeth inlays and onlays?

Teeth inlays and onlays are custom porcelain restorations for back teeth. An inlay for teeth fills the center of a tooth, while teeth onlays also cover one or more cusps, both preserving more natural tooth than a crown. For general information on these restorations, the ADA consumer site is helpful: https://www.mouthhealthy.org.

How long do inlays and onlays last?

With good care, porcelain inlays and onlays last many years. Teeth inlays and onlays are durable, well suited to chewing surfaces, and easy to maintain with regular cleanings.

Are inlays and onlays natural-looking?

Yes. Dental inlays and onlays are tooth-colored and custom-made, so they blend with your natural tooth and restore both strength and appearance.

Does getting an inlay or onlay hurt?

The area is fully numbed and the procedure is comfortable. Because we preserve more tooth than a crown requires, it is a gentle, conservative option.

Is inlay dental work the same as a dental onlay?

Almost. Some patients search inlay dental or dental inlay onlay; an inlay for teeth fills inside the cusps, while a dental onlay also rebuilds a cusp. We pick whichever inlay dental restoration preserves the most tooth, and teeth onlays are a great fit for a cracked back molar.

Location & Contact

Visit our Union Square office

Our San Francisco office sits in Union Square, a central, welcoming space for teeth inlays and onlays.

Office Hours

Monday to Friday, 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Evenings and Saturdays by appointment.

Our Office

A Bright, Modern Office in San Francisco

A calm setting where you can see your plan, ask questions, and move at a pace that feels right.

Picture of our reception Comfortable treatment room for inlays and onlays in San Francisco Bright Union Square office with city views

Ready to restore that tooth?

If you are considering teeth inlays and onlays in San Francisco, we will preserve your natural tooth and restore it with a precise, natural-looking fit, whether you need a small inlay or teeth onlays.