Had my wisdom tooth removed by Dr. Arvind. I was very nervous, but he explained every step and the whole thing was over in twenty minutes. The swelling was gone in two days. Very clean clinic and friendly staff.
Inlays & Onlays
Precise ceramic restorations for teeth too damaged for a filling, but not in need of a crown.
- Treatment timeTwo visits, a few days apart
- Visits2 visits
- FeeFrom $95
About inlays & onlays
An inlay fits inside the grooves of a back tooth; an onlay also covers one or more of its chewing cusps. Both are made outside the mouth — in our in-house laboratory — from strong ceramic or composite, then bonded into place.
Because they are made to measure, inlays and onlays fit more precisely and wear better than a large filling, while saving far more natural tooth than a full crown.
This may be suitable if you have
- A large or failing old filling
- A cracked cusp on a back tooth
- Decay too large for a simple filling
- You want to keep more natural tooth than a crown allows
What we offer
Materials
- Lithium disilicate ceramic
- Zirconia for heavy biters
- Laboratory composite
- Gold on request
Precision
- Digital scan or accurate impression
- Made in our in-house laboratory
- Shade matched in clinic
- Bonded with adhesive cement
Aftercare
- Bite checked and polished
- Night guard if you grind
- Review at check-ups
- Usually lasts 10–15 years
How treatment works
Prepare and scan
The old filling and decay are removed, the tooth is shaped and scanned, and a temporary placed.
Craft in the lab
Our technicians make the inlay or onlay to your scan and shade, usually within three days.
Bond in place
The restoration is tried in, checked for fit and bite, then bonded permanently.
Your dentist
Dr. Arjun Prakash
Endodontist · Root Canal Specialist
BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
An inlay sits within the cusps of a tooth, like a filling. An onlay covers one or more cusps too, which protects a weakened tooth from cracking.
Why not just have a crown?
A crown needs the tooth shaped down on all sides. An onlay keeps the healthy walls of the tooth, which is better for the tooth in the long term.
Is it painful?
The tooth is numbed for the first visit, much like a filling. The second visit is usually comfortable without anaesthetic.
Book a consultation
You will leave with a written treatment plan and estimate.
Other treatments
Teeth Replacement
Implants, bridges and dentures, compared side by side.
Smile Makeovers & Veneers
Veneers, bonding and crowns, planned digitally before treatment.
Dentures
Complete and partial dentures made in our own laboratory.
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
Crowns, bridges and implants planned as one complete treatment.
Dental Implants
Fixed, natural-looking replacements for missing teeth.
Fillings
Tooth-coloured fillings matched to your shade, in one visit.
Crowns & Bridges
Crowns to protect damaged teeth; bridges to replace missing ones.
Braces (Orthodontics)
Metal and tooth-coloured ceramic braces for children and adults.
Clear Aligners
Nearly invisible, removable trays that straighten teeth.
Root Canal Treatment
Painless treatment that saves an infected tooth, often in one visit.
Oral Surgery
Gentle extractions and wisdom tooth removal, with sedation if needed.
Periodontal (Gum) Therapy
Treatment for bleeding gums, gum disease and recession.
Emergency Dental Care
Same-day appointments for pain, swelling and broken teeth.
Preventive Dentistry
Check-ups, X-rays, sealants and fluoride that stop problems early.
Laser Dentistry
Gentler gum treatment with less bleeding and faster healing.
Sedation Dentistry
Calm, comfortable treatment for anxious patients.
Paediatric Dentistry
Gentle check-ups, fluoride, sealants and fillings for children.
Teeth Cleaning
Scaling and polishing to remove tartar and stains.
Teeth Whitening
In-clinic and take-home whitening, with care for sensitive teeth.
Oral Cancer Screening
A quick, painless check for early signs of mouth cancer.
In-House Laboratory
Crowns, bridges and dentures made on site by our technicians.
What patients say about Origin Dental on Google
Got clear aligners here. They showed me a 3D preview before starting, and fourteen months later the result looks exactly like it. Reviews were always on time and nobody tried to upsell me anything.
Took my six-year-old daughter for her first dental visit. Dr. Meera Krishnan was so patient with her, let her sit in the chair and count her teeth first. She actually enjoyed it and wants to go back!
Full mouth rehabilitation with Dr. Meera Raghunathan. The full cost was given in writing before we started and there were no surprises. After years of trouble I can finally chew properly again. Thank you to the whole team.
Single-sitting root canal with Dr. Arjun. Honestly it felt like a filling. He showed me the X-ray before and after and explained why I needed a crown. Highly recommend.
Broke a front tooth on a Sunday morning. Called the helpline, they saw me within the hour and repaired it the same day. Could not tell which tooth it was afterwards.
Teeth whitening with Dr. Kavya before my wedding. Very natural result and no sensitivity at all. The staff are warm and the clinic is spotless.
Flew in from Dubai for two implants. They planned everything on WhatsApp from my X-rays, so I knew the cost and the dates before I landed. Excellent, careful work.
Location
Find us
We are in Kodambakkam, west Chennai, with street parking in front of the clinic.
AddressChennai, Tamil Nadu
Reception+91 00000 00000
Emailhello@example.com
Opening hours
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| Monday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |