Inlays and onlays are custom restorations that repair and strengthen teeth affected by decay or damage, preserving more natural tooth structure than traditional crowns. They offer a durable and seamless solution, blending beautifully with your smile for a natural, healthy look.
Dental Inlays & Onlays New York
A Reliable Way to Restore Your Smile
Key Benefits:
- Reduction of necessary tooth structure removal
- Stronger bite and chewing force
- Restoration of your smile
- Better durability compared to dental fillings
An exceptionally unique experience tailored to you.
We’re Insanely Gentle
We do everything we can to make sure your visit is as comfortable as possible.
Insurance Accepted
We direct bill common insurance providers.
Advanced Technology
We invest in the latest and greatest technology for improved comfort and diagnostics.
Availability
Short notice appointments are available.
About Inlays & Onlays
If you haven’t heard about dental inlays and onlays, you’re not alone. Learn more about this tooth restoration procedure and how it can help you recreate a healthy smile.
What Are Dental Inlays and Onlays?
Dental inlay and onlays in New York lie somewhere between a filling and a crown. It involves a more complex process than a dental filling but proves less intensive than placing a permanent crown. This process makes an ideal option if you have one or more teeth that have too much damage for a filling but not enough damage to qualify for full dental crowns.
These types of restorative dentistry treatments use composite resin or porcelain to create a strong and natural-looking replacement for portions of broken, decaying, or otherwise damaged teeth. These options allow you to reclaim full biting and chewing functions and gain a more appealing smile.
Dental Inlays
Inlays are ideal for replacing decaying or damaged tooth areas within the central chewing surface of each tooth structure.
Dental Onlays
Onlays help repair one or more of the cusps, or biting points, of your teeth.
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Meet Your Team of Dental Experts
Our dentists have 25% more certified education credits than required. We always focus on gentle, compassionate care.
“I received the best treatment at Lux Smiles! I am an anxious dental patient and the entire staff was welcoming, respectful and caring. They weren't dismissive of my concerns, took the time to listen and were very methodical in their assessment. Can't wait to come back!”
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After completing his bachelor’s degree at the University of Rhode Island, Dr. Leonetti attended the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in New Jersey and went on to complete his General Practice Residency at Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine in Manhattan, New York. He joined us at the Tribeca location in 2016 and has expanded with us to the SoHo Dental Group.
Continuing Education
Dr. Leonetti performs various types of general dentistry for patients of all ages including restorative and preventative care, root canal therapy, Invisalign orthodontics, and gum surgery.
In his studies at the Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine, he focused on cosmetic procedures and implant dentistry. To provide treatment for an underserved population, he traveled to Managua, Nicaragua, in 2017 to provide dental implants to patients who had often lost many teeth due to a lack of proper dental care.
Dr. Leonetti continues to advance his skills every year so he can provide his patients with impeccable care, an activity he is passionate about.
Outside of the Office
When he’s not caring for patients, he enjoys golfing, skiing, and cooking.
Dr. Nicole Khalife comes to us from Long Island, New York. She completed her bachelor’s degree at Villanova University and then obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. She gained experience in a variety of dental specialties at the Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine in Manhattan, focusing on cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, root canal therapy, and invisible braces.
Outside of the Office
When she is not providing caring dentistry in New York and educating her patients on how to maintain their health, Dr. Khalife enjoys cycling, yoga, cooking, and traveling.
With a decade of experience and counting, Dr. Nicholas Ruhrkraut brings warmth and joy to the dental field that our patients can truly appreciate. Not only does he enjoy the opportunity to connect with others daily while educating them on the importance of their oral health, but he also loves helping people gain confidence through a healthier and more beautiful smile. Keep reading to learn more about his background and education.
Why Did You Decide to Become a Dentist?
Throughout college, Dr. Ruhrkraut had been interested in the field of medicine until he decided to switch gears and focus more on dentistry. This was due to his participation in a mission trip to Honduras in 2011, where he assisted a dentist there and resumed shadowing him back in the United States. After learning much more about the wonderful opportunities that dentistry offered while also helping to improve a patient’s overall quality of life, he set himself to pursue a life as a dentist!
Where Did You Study Dentistry?
Dr. Ruhrkraut attended The Ohio State University for his bachelor’s degree before studying at their College of Dentistry to earn his dental doctorate. Throughout his years as a general dentist, he’s enjoyed the flexibility it’s given him to provide a holistic plan and various treatments to his patients. He’s worked in multiple offices in New York City and Los Angeles, and he’s gained extensive knowledge and skills in multiple types of services, including root canals, crowns and bridges, dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, and Invisalign. He also regularly seeks continuing education to remain on top of the latest advancements in dentistry, and he’s also an active member of the American Dental Association and New York Dental Association.
Outside of the Dental Office, What Do You Like to Do?
Aside from treating pearly whites, Dr. Ruhrkraut loves to return to his hometown of Cleveland, OH to visit his parents and loved ones several times a year whenever he gets the chance. Away from the office, he enjoys cooking, reading, watching movies, playing volleyball, and traveling. One fun fact about him: he’s an Eagle Scout and received the Triple Crown Award after canoeing, hiking, camping, and sailing in three national high adventure programs.
Dr. Jessica Li is a Board-Certified Periodontist specializing in innovative surgical techniques and advanced periodontal therapies. Dr. Li received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from New York University and completed her specialty training at Columbia University College of Dental Medicine. Her clinical skills extend to a wide range of periodontal procedures, including laser treatments, ridge augmentation, osseous surgery, and implant therapy.
Dr. Li is recognized for her expertise in minimally invasive techniques, offering patients pain-free treatments with cutting-edge technologies such as LANAP® (Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure) and the Pinhole® Surgical Technique for gum recession.
She is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Periodontology and the Academy of Osseointegration. She regularly attends industry meetings and continuing education programs to stay at the forefront of the latest advancements in periodontics. Outside of her practice, Dr. Li enjoys tennis, surfing, and running.
PRICING & INSURANCE AT LUX SMILES
Flexible payment options that will make you smile.
Transparent Pricing
We always focus on clearly communicating the cost of treatments and your co-pay amounts when using insurance.
Direct Insurance Billing
We are in-network with most insurance providers and we offer direct insurance billing.
No Insurance, No Problem
Many of our patients pay out of pocket with cash, credit card, debit etc. We also offer third party financing and have an in-house membership plan.
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Our mission is to deliver exceptional, comprehensive dental care with a highly experienced team using the latest technology.
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Advanced technology in a modern office to ensure comfortable care and better diagnostics....
- iTero Digital Impressions (No Goopy Impressions!)
- Soft Tissue Laser
- Digital X-Rays
- Digital Charting
- Online Patient Portal
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What To Expect at Your Dental Inlay/Onlay Appointment
The first step includes scheduling and attending your appointment with the Lux Smiles dental office in Gramercy Park. When you come in, we will thoroughly examine your teeth and discuss which option best suits your needs. We will also provide educational materials to help you better understand the procedure and your aftercare steps.
One of our skilled and gentle doctors will carefully numb the area and remove the cavity, crack, or damaged area from the affected tooth to prevent it from spreading. After completing this step, it’s time to make an impression of your teeth to create a perfect mold. This mold will go to our partner lab, where the trained technicians will custom shape and sculpt your inlay or onlay using composite material.
While you wait for the permanent restoration, we will place a temporary filling over the cleaned and prepared area of the tooth. After we receive your inlay or onlay from the lab, we will place and bond it to your tooth permanently before polishing it to perfection.
You may experience some minor and temporary discomfort following each appointment. Be sure to contact the Lux Smiles team if this discomfort continues or if you have any questions or concerns following your treatment.
Benefits of Restoring Teeth with Inlays & Onlays
You can benefit from professional dental restoration with inlays & onlays in numerous ways, including:
- Reduction of necessary tooth structure removal
- Stronger bite and chewing force
- Restoration of your smile
- Better durability compared to dental fillings
