# Are inlay and onlay restorations better than traditional dental fillings for cavities?

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**Category:** Ophthalmology\
**Created:** [February 19, 2026, 4:26pm UTC](https://www.patients.community/t/are-inlay-and-onlay-restorations-better-than-traditional-dental-fillings-for-cavities/10471 "2026-02-19T16:26:34Z")\
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**Post date:** [February 19, 2026, 4:26pm UTC](https://www.patients.community/t/are-inlay-and-onlay-restorations-better-than-traditional-dental-fillings-for-cavities/10471/1 "2026-02-19T16:26:34Z")

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Are inlays and onlays a better long-term solution than conventional fillings for restoring decayed teeth?