Restorative dentistry can repair teeth damaged by trauma, decay, or infection, thereby protecting and preserving them. It includes treatments designed to replace teeth that are too badly damaged to save or that are already missing.
Restoration dentistry can bring your smile back to life.
You may need restorative dentistry if you have any of the following issues, including:
It doesn’t matter if the damage to your teeth is minor or more severe; our restorative dentist can help you enjoy good oral health once more.
Well-planned restorative dentistry can provide some significant benefits, which include:
With restorative dentistry, we can improve your comfort, create aesthetically pleasing smiles, ensure your fully restored teeth function properly, and provide long-term protection for your natural teeth. Our restorative dentist uses only the highest-quality materials and the best techniques to create our custom restorations.
A brief overview of each service is provided below; you can find more detailed information on the dedicated webpages for each treatment.
Dental Pearl offers a range of treatments designed to restore and replace teeth, including the following.
A dental crown is used to protect a tooth that is missing much of its original structure. For example, we may recommend this treatment after root canal therapy or if you have a larger cavity.
All our crowns are designed and handcrafted to look and feel natural, covering the tooth underneath completely. These crowns are permanently fitted onto teeth.
A dental bridge is designed to bridge the gap left by a missing tooth and is supported by the teeth adjacent to the gap, called abutment teeth. These teeth must be covered with crowns, holding the pontic which is the replacement tooth between them. A dental bridge is permanently fitted onto the adjacent teeth.
Full and partial dentures are removable appliances consisting of an acrylic base that rests on your gums and supports the denture teeth. Full dentures replace an entire dental arch. Partial dentures replace one or more teeth in the upper or lower arch. These missing teeth do not have to be side by side.
Acrylic dentures can sometimes crack or break. If they break, it is important to have them mended professionally, as you should never try to mend them at home. We offer fast denture repairs, sometimes on the same day, ensuring you are never left without your teeth for long.
Tooth decay is a common issue, and a dental filling can quickly restore strength and structure to the damaged tooth. We offer a range of dental fillings in various materials. Small to medium-sized cavities can be filled with tooth colored composite resin. Large cavities may need a porcelain filling.
The process for restoration dentistry is straightforward, but each treatment requires a slightly different approach. The main steps you can expect in restoration dentistry are outlined below, but you will receive a fully customized treatment plan.
Our restorative dentist will need to perform a dental exam to diagnose the issue accurately. You will likely need digital X-rays and intraoral images to obtain a clear picture of the problem and to plan your treatment.
After creating your custom plan, our dentist will review all options with you. Sometimes there may be a choice of treatments available. We provide a transparent cost estimate, sharing how the price is calculated and the estimated timeline for your treatment.
Once you have decided on a suitable procedure, we can arrange your treatment. We take enormous care during our procedures to ensure patients feel entirely comfortable, pain-free, and relaxed.
After completing your treatment, we provide clear instructions on caring for your mouth and your new restorations. This includes a comprehensive maintenance plan that covers your daily oral care routine and our recommendations for professional maintenance, such as regular dental exams and hygiene appointments.
Some restorative dentistry treatments can provide cosmetic benefits, but there are differences outlined below.
It is worth remembering that all our dental restorations are designed to look good, providing excellent aesthetics while restoring structure and functionality to teeth, so there is some overlap with cosmetic dentistry.
Teeth whitening is purely cosmetic, but other cosmetic treatments, such as porcelain veneers, can sometimes provide restorative benefits by protecting teeth that may be chipped, cracked, or worn down.
If you need a dental filling, crown, or bridge, then you can expect some temporary sensitivity after the tooth is prepared and the new restoration is fitted.
Partial and full dentures are non-invasive treatments, but it may take some time to get used to wearing your new appliances. Minor adjustments might be required to get the dentures to fit more perfectly.
This depends on the type of restoration. Dental crowns and bridges can last for many years with the right care, as can porcelain fillings. Composite resin fillings may need to be replaced after several years.
Full and partial dentures can last 5 to 7 years, but after this time, they may need to be replaced.
Your dental insurance will likely cover at least part of your restorative dentistry since it is necessary to restore and maintain good oral health.
Our dentists have a strong clinical interest in cosmetic dentistry, so if you have been looking for a good restorative dentist near me, you can rest assured that we will create your restorations to be as aesthetically appealing as possible.
