A restorative dental treatment is either a repair or a replacement of a tooth. There are different methods of repairing or replacing a tooth, and these methods can be very basic or a bit complex. Basic restorative treatments are typically the easiest and least expensive options. An example of a basic restorative treatment is crowns. Crowns protect damaged teeth from further damage. Some of the more complex restorative treatments include fillings, root canals, and dental implants. These treatments may be necessary to restore, save, or replace a tooth. Below are some common restorative treatments and why you might need them: Dental implants: To replace lost teeth Dentures: To replace multiple teeth at once Bridges: To replace a lost tooth or multiple teeth at once Root canal therapy: For infected teeth Fillings: For cavities, and tooth-colored fillings can look very natural Dental crowns: To protect teeth and improve their strength and appearance. Ceramic crowns are very durable and natural-looking You might also benefit from a cosmetic treatment like teeth whitening. Often, cosmetic dentistry is complementary to restorative dentistry.