Saves Your Tooth
Inlays and onlays repair damage while preserving more of your natural, healthy tooth than a traditional crown would.
Inlays & Onlays
in Oceanside, CA
Have a tooth that is too damaged for a filling but not quite ready for a crown? Inlays and onlays in Oceanside, CA, are custom-made restorations that rebuild a tooth's strength while saving as much of it as possible. At California Coast Dental Arts, we craft these tooth-colored repairs to fit precisely and blend right into your smile.
Why Should I Choose Inlays & Onlays?
Inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations that repair a tooth with more damage than a filling can handle, but not enough to need a full crown. An inlay fits neatly within the grooves on the top of a tooth, while an onlay extends over one or more of the raised points, or cusps. Both are crafted from durable, tooth-colored porcelain that is made to match your natural tooth and bonded firmly into place. Because they preserve more of your healthy tooth than a crown, inlays and onlays are often called the conservative, longer-lasting choice.
The Benefits of Inlays & Onlays
Strong and Durable
Made from sturdy porcelain and bonded securely in place, they stand up to years of everyday biting and chewing.
Natural Look
Each restoration is color-matched to your tooth, so the repair blends in and stays completely invisible when you smile.
Precise Fit
Crafted from a digital scan of your mouth, they fit snugly and comfortably, protecting both the tooth and your bite.
Our Difference
Conservative by Design
We save as much of your natural tooth as we can. When an inlay or onlay will do the job, we will never talk you into a full crown.
Precision Dentistry
Dr. Granger designs each restoration from a detailed digital scan for an exact fit, supported by an experienced, long-standing team.
Comfort in the Chair
No messy impressions and no rushing. A quick digital scan plus warm blankets, headphones, ceiling TVs, and sedation options keep you relaxed.
Honest Recommendations
We only suggest what your tooth truly needs, explain your options and costs up front, and offer flexible financing through Sunbit.
The Inlays & Onlays Process
From your first visit to the final result, here's exactly what to expect — calm, clear, and never rushed.
Book a ConsultationCareful Exam
Dr. Granger examines the tooth and reviews your images to decide whether an inlay or onlay is the best repair.
Gentle Prep
We numb the area, remove any decay, and shape the tooth so your restoration will fit precisely and comfortably.
Digital Scan
We capture a fast, accurate scan of your tooth with our intraoral scanner, with no messy putty required.
Custom Crafting
Your inlay or onlay is made from tooth-colored porcelain to match your natural tooth, and we protect the tooth in the meantime.
Precise Placement
Dr. Granger bonds the finished restoration into place, checks your bite, and polishes it to a smooth, natural finish.
Do Any of These Sound Familiar?
Signs You May Need Inlays & Onlays
Large Cavity
When decay is too big for a simple filling but the tooth is still mostly healthy, an inlay or onlay is often ideal.
Cracked Tooth
A cracked or worn tooth may need the extra strength an inlay or onlay provides to keep it protected.
Failing Filling
An old or broken filling that has grown too large can be replaced with a more durable inlay or onlay.
Want to Save It
If you would rather preserve your natural tooth than cover it with a full crown, these restorations are worth considering.
You're in good company…
Loved by Oceanside Families
CCDA, best dental office ever!!!! Candy is an amazing hygienest, Dr. Welling is a kind and talented dentist, and the staff are professional and very nice! I recommend them to everyone I know.
Caring professional friendly welcoming service from the office staff to the hygienist to the dentist. Couldn’t be more pleased. Conservative approach, affordable, and collaborative! If you need any kind of dental work or preventive care, CA Coast Dental Arts is your new home!
First time to this dental office. I was greeted very professionally by the office staff and dental assistant. I met with Dr. Welling also very professional and attentive to my dental issues. Overall very satisfied with my visit.
Dr. Chan and his great group of professionals are always the best and providing me assistance. Dr. Chan and his group are the best Dental office I have ever visited. Considerate, compassionate, and always professional.
Great office staff, wonderful dentist!! This office makes going to the dentist a pleasant experience.
My trip to California Coast Dental Arts was wonderful. The office is very clean and attractive with beautiful pictures throughout. The staff is very professional and friendly. I'm new in town and will happily choose them for my dentists.
Recently visited California Coast Dental Arts. Dr.Welling and his staff (especially Candi!) are professional, friendly, and truly cared for my comfort and health. Highly recommend them!
This was my first visit. Great efficient warm professionals. Dr. Weeling was very warm and explained all procedures. This is a great dentist I highly recommend. I wish I known earlier. Can recommend to anyone looking fir a good efficient dentist. Thank you to All.
Lovely and efficient front desk staff. Hygienist and Dentist have great bed side manner. Their office also has a lovely, homey feel to it. Highly recommend.
Great dentist, hygienists and office staff. Our family has been going here for years and have had nothing but great experiences!
The hygienst was very competent and professional. Your office staff is friendly and helpful and I always appreciate their care with which I am treated.
Dr. Chan has retired. The new dentist, Dr. Welling, seems swell. 🙂 The dentist hygienist I see there, Candi, is beyond excellent! The office is clean and the practice is well organized. The front desk staff are friendly and professional.
Dr. Chan and staff take care of my families dental needs. They are professional, fair and friendly. I would recommend.
Today went in for 6 month cleaning Candy was great!! Dr Welling is amazing. I would highly recommend his office. They are gentle. Love this place!!!! 😀
I have been going to this dental office for few years now and all the dental hygienists were very good at what they do, gentle, explaining every step they do. The doctor is thorough and proactive in preventing dental problems .
The hygienist (Candi) and Dr. Welling are thorough and gentle. They offer a wonderful plan to ease the cost and help you stay on top of your dental needs. I highly recommend them every chance I get.
The hygienist (Candi) and Dr. Welling are thorough and gentle. They offer a wonderful plan to ease the cost and help you stay on top of your dental needs. I highly recommend them every chance I get.
I have been going to this dental office for few years now and all the dental hygienists were very good at what they do, gentle, explaining every step they do. The doctor is thorough and proactive in preventing dental problems .
Today went in for 6 month cleaning Candy was great!! Dr Welling is amazing. I would highly recommend his office. They are gentle. Love this place!!!! 😀
Dr. Chan and staff take care of my families dental needs. They are professional, fair and friendly. I would recommend.
Dr. Chan has retired. The new dentist, Dr. Welling, seems swell. 🙂 The dentist hygienist I see there, Candi, is beyond excellent! The office is clean and the practice is well organized. The front desk staff are friendly and professional.
The hygienst was very competent and professional. Your office staff is friendly and helpful and I always appreciate their care with which I am treated.
Great dentist, hygienists and office staff. Our family has been going here for years and have had nothing but great experiences!
Lovely and efficient front desk staff. Hygienist and Dentist have great bed side manner. Their office also has a lovely, homey feel to it. Highly recommend.
This was my first visit. Great efficient warm professionals. Dr. Weeling was very warm and explained all procedures. This is a great dentist I highly recommend. I wish I known earlier. Can recommend to anyone looking fir a good efficient dentist. Thank you to All.
Recently visited California Coast Dental Arts. Dr.Welling and his staff (especially Candi!) are professional, friendly, and truly cared for my comfort and health. Highly recommend them!
My trip to California Coast Dental Arts was wonderful. The office is very clean and attractive with beautiful pictures throughout. The staff is very professional and friendly. I'm new in town and will happily choose them for my dentists.
Great office staff, wonderful dentist!! This office makes going to the dentist a pleasant experience.
Dr. Chan and his great group of professionals are always the best and providing me assistance. Dr. Chan and his group are the best Dental office I have ever visited. Considerate, compassionate, and always professional.
First time to this dental office. I was greeted very professionally by the office staff and dental assistant. I met with Dr. Welling also very professional and attentive to my dental issues. Overall very satisfied with my visit.
Caring professional friendly welcoming service from the office staff to the hygienist to the dentist. Couldn’t be more pleased. Conservative approach, affordable, and collaborative! If you need any kind of dental work or preventive care, CA Coast Dental Arts is your new home!
CCDA, best dental office ever!!!! Candy is an amazing hygienest, Dr. Welling is a kind and talented dentist, and the staff are professional and very nice! I recommend them to everyone I know.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “CCDA, best dental office ever!!!! Candy is an amazing hygienest, Dr. Welling is a kind and talented dentist, and the staff are professional and very nice! I recommend them to everyone I know.” — Cynthia O.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Caring professional friendly welcoming service from the office staff to the hygienist to the dentist. Couldn’t be more pleased. Conservative approach, affordable, and collaborative! If you need any kind of dental work or preventive care, CA Coast Dental Arts is your new home!” — Gary H.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “First time to this dental office. I was greeted very professionally by the office staff and dental assistant. I met with Dr. Welling also very professional and attentive to my dental issues. Overall very satisfied with my visit.” — Bryan G.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Dr. Chan and his great group of professionals are always the best and providing me assistance. Dr. Chan and his group are the best Dental office I have ever visited. Considerate, compassionate, and always professional.” — Thomas P.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Great office staff, wonderful dentist!! This office makes going to the dentist a pleasant experience.” — Laura S.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “My trip to California Coast Dental Arts was wonderful. The office is very clean and attractive with beautiful pictures throughout. The staff is very professional and friendly. I'm new in town and will happily choose them for my dentists.” — Patty C.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Recently visited California Coast Dental Arts. Dr.Welling and his staff (especially Candi!) are professional, friendly, and truly cared for my comfort and health. Highly recommend them!” — Marina F.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “This was my first visit. Great efficient warm professionals. Dr. Weeling was very warm and explained all procedures. This is a great dentist I highly recommend. I wish I known earlier. Can recommend to anyone looking fir a good efficient dentist. Thank you to All.” — Romy B.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Lovely and efficient front desk staff. Hygienist and Dentist have great bed side manner. Their office also has a lovely, homey feel to it. Highly recommend.” — Hannah H.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Great dentist, hygienists and office staff. Our family has been going here for years and have had nothing but great experiences!” — Allan G.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “The hygienst was very competent and professional. Your office staff is friendly and helpful and I always appreciate their care with which I am treated.” — Edward R.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Dr. Chan has retired. The new dentist, Dr. Welling, seems swell. 🙂 The dentist hygienist I see there, Candi, is beyond excellent! The office is clean and the practice is well organized. The front desk staff are friendly and professional.” — Anil D.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Dr. Chan and staff take care of my families dental needs. They are professional, fair and friendly. I would recommend.” — Donna G.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “Today went in for 6 month cleaning Candy was great!! Dr Welling is amazing. I would highly recommend his office. They are gentle. Love this place!!!! 😀” — maria B.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “I have been going to this dental office for few years now and all the dental hygienists were very good at what they do, gentle, explaining every step they do. The doctor is thorough and proactive in preventing dental problems .” — Amy S.
- 5 out of 5 stars. “The hygienist (Candi) and Dr. Welling are thorough and gentle. They offer a wonderful plan to ease the cost and help you stay on top of your dental needs. I highly recommend them every chance I get.” — Joelle P.
Why You'll Love Inlays & Onlays at California Coast Dental Arts
We go above and beyond to make inlays & onlays feel calm and effortless — pairing the latest technology with a gentle, unhurried approach designed entirely around you.
Here are just a few reasons our patients love us:
- Conservative by Design
- Precision Dentistry
- Comfort in the Chair
- Honest Recommendations
Book an Appointment
Schedule Your Inlays & Onlays Consultation
Ready to transform your smile? Request your inlays & onlays appointment in Oceanside, CA, and our team will reach out to confirm a time that works for you — no pressure, just a warm, honest conversation about your goals.
Prefer to talk? Call or text (760) 722-4765
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us at (760) 722-4765 to speak with our team.
What is the difference between an inlay and an onlay?
An inlay fits within the grooves on top of a tooth, while an onlay also covers one or more of the raised cusps. Both restore strength while saving as much natural tooth as possible.
Are inlays and onlays better than a filling or a crown?
It depends on the damage. They are stronger than a filling and more conservative than a crown, making them a great fit when a tooth falls in between.
How much do inlays and onlays in Oceanside, CA, cost?
The cost depends on the material and the size of the restoration. We are always upfront about pricing and offer flexible financing.
Does insurance cover inlays and onlays in Oceanside, CA?
Most dental plans cover them as a restorative service, often for a good portion of the cost. Our team is glad to check your benefits and explain what to expect.
How long do inlays and onlays last?
With good care, porcelain inlays and onlays can last many years. Regular checkups help us keep them, and your smile, in great shape.
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