Dental showdown: onlays vs crowns for saving decayed teeth

NCT ID NCT07259265

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study looked at 120 adults with decayed premolars or molars to compare how long onlays and single crowns last, and how well they work. Participants received either a crown or an onlay made from different ceramic materials. The goal was to see which restoration type and material leads to fewer fractures, maintains tooth vitality, and avoids further decay over time.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help dentists choose the best type of dental restoration (onlay or crown) for decayed back teeth, improving long-term tooth survival.

What could go wrong

This is a completed observational study, so results are already in. However, findings may not apply to all patients or dental practices, and no new treatment is being tested.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Geneva

    Geneva, Canton of Geneva, 1204, Switzerland