Restorative dentists use a variety of techniques and procedures to improve the health of your teeth and gums. Here are some of the different procedures that our restorative dentist may use to treat your oral health condition.
Fillings: A filling is used to restore a tooth damaged by decay. The filling material is used to fill in the hole left by the decay.
Crowns: A crown restores a tooth that is broken, cracked, or too damaged to be fixed with a filling. It is used to support a dental bridge or cover a dental implant.
Bridges: A bridge can replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of two crowns placed on the teeth on either side of the gap, with false teeth in between.
Dentures: Dentures are used to replace all of the teeth in an arch (top or bottom). Dentures are made of either plastic or metal and can be removable or fixed. Fixed dentures are bonded to the natural teeth or Implants in your mouth.
Implants: An implant is used to replace a missing tooth. The implant is placed into the jawbone and allowed to bond with the bone over several months. Once the bonding process is complete, a dental crown is placed on top of the implant to restore the tooth.
Inlays and Onlays: Inlays and onlays restore large cavities or areas of damage. Inlays are made outside of the mouth and then bonded into place, while onlays are made directly in the mouth.
Soft Tissue Grafts: A soft tissue graft replaces lost gum tissue around the base of a tooth. The gum tissue is taken from another part of your mouth and grafted onto the area where it is needed. The graft helps reduce sensitivity and improve aesthetics.
Tissue Scores: A tissue score is used to remove excess gum tissue from around the base of a tooth. The procedure involves making shallow cuts in the gum tissue so it can be repositioned around the tooth for better aesthetics and function.