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Inlay
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Inlay
A partial restoration that is fabricated separately from an impression and then fitted into the tooth.
It is used for cavities too large to be filled with composite resin. A restoration made precisely in the laboratory from an impression is bonded in place, which is advantageous over direct filling in terms of wear resistance and strength. Materials such as ceramic and gold are used.
Related terms
Composite ResinCrownZirconia

