Posts Categorized: Restorative Dentistry

Everyone’s teeth suffer wear over time, it’s totally natural. Sometimes that wear manifests itself as a cosmetic defect, like staining of the enamel. Sometimes that wear can be more serious. If bacteria have infected your teeth, they can cause significant structural damage that compromises the functionality of your teeth and the appearance of your smile…. Read more »

Dental crowns are hollow, tooth-shaped restorations that are placed over your existing tooth to protect it from sustaining physical damage or bacterial infection. Crowns are typically used on teeth that have already suffered some sort of damage or decay. Crowns are made using measurements of your actual teeth, so they fit and appear like your… Read more »

When you have an asset, you want to protect it as best you can. There’s no greater asset for your oral health than your teeth. If you fail to protect your teeth, they may face severe damage, and you can even lose them eventually. To avoid tooth loss, you should regularly brush and floss your… Read more »

Restorative dentistry is truly an amazing field. With a series of procedures available to your dentist, he or she can reconstruct and rebuild damaged teeth. That means you don’t have to live with pain in your life. First and foremost, if you’re suffering from tooth sensitivity or pain, you should see your dentist! He or… Read more »

How familiar are you with dental crowns? If you’ve heard of this type of treatment before, but never experienced it yourself, you may have plenty of questions. The first question you’d probably ask yourself is, “How can a dental crown help me?” Crowns are one of the most versatile treatment options that your dentist has… Read more »

When it comes to solving any problem, it’s all about finding the right solution for your situation. In the case of tooth restoration, you have plenty of options to help you recover. You need to know which tool is right for the job. Dental crowns provide stability and esthetic recovery for you when your tooth… Read more »

If part of your home foundation weakens, it’s a problem. The lack of stability could create a problem, not just in that one area, but for the entire home. You want to strengthen and correct that part of the foundation right away to avoid incurring any risk. The same is true for areas of weakness… Read more »

Missing teeth can be a real problem for you from a physical and mental health perspective. There are all types of reasons why you may end up with missing teeth. You could have an accident or injury that knocks the teeth out of your mouth. Long-term tooth decay can also lead to tooth loss. While,… Read more »

Whether or not you’re aware of it, your mouth is constantly under siege by harmful bacteria. In order to preserve your smile and your general oral health, you’ve got to defend your teeth! Brushing and flossing are part of a regular care routine that will help prevent plaque buildup and cavities. However, if you do… Read more »

When a patient develops a cavity, treatment is crucial for protecting the tooth, as well as overall smile health. Fortunately, we can use a restorative procedure to return the tooth to optimal health, function, and appearance. How do we place dental fillings? Will the restoration blend with your tooth?