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Restorative Procedures
Almost everyone will experience tooth decay at some point in his or her life.
Swift detection and correction of tooth decay can minimize the significant
expenses and inconveniences associated with more serious problems caused by
tooth decay. Restorative dentistry treats all phases of tooth decay, from simple
cavity fillings to entire tooth replacements.
Fillings
We will remove all areas of decay, and replace with a filling made of silver
(amalgam) or composite resin. Composite resin fillings have surged in popularity
because their appearance perfectly matches the natural appearance of teeth.
Porcelain Inlays & Onlays
After the decay is removed, we will take an impression of the area to be
restored. A dental laboratory works from this impression to create a restorative
inlay or onlay, usually out of gold or porcelain, that fits perfectly on the
tooth. Inlays cover one or more tooth surfaces, where onlays are used on the
chewing surface of the tooth. The inlay or onlay is cemented securely into
place, for an incredibly durable, stable tooth restoration. Porcelain is the
preferred restorative material; it is extremely strong and can perfectly match
the patient's natural tooth color.
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain Crowns maintain the aesthetic appearance of teeth by covering the
entire visible surface of the tooth, while adding significant reinforcement and
protection to the tooth. After removing all areas of decay, we will take an
impression of the tooth to be crowned and send it to a dental laboratory to
create the crown. Crowns can be made of porcelain or gold. Porcelain crowns are
extremely natural looking; virtually indistinguishable from other teeth, making
them an ideal choice for visible teeth. Gold crowns pose no risk of chipping,
and therefore are useful when crowning back teeth.
Porcelain Fixed Bridges
Porcelain Fixed Bridges can improve chewing and aesthetic appearance, restoring
the smile with a more permanent solution than dentures. Bridges replace missing
teeth with artificial teeth. We will take a mold of the gap where a tooth is
missing, and then send it to a laboratory to prepare a customized bridge. Before
inserting the bridge, the surrounding teeth are prepared. The bridge is set into
place and the artificial tooth is securely cemented to the adjacent teeth,
restoring the attractive natural appearance and functionality of the tooth that
was lost. If a resin-bonded bridge is chosen, the artificial tooth is secured by
means of a metal appliance that attaches to the backs of adjacent teeth
Root Canal Therapy
In a root canal, we will remove the infected pulp and replace it with a rubber
sealant. The tooth is then covered with a protective cap, which reinforces the
tooth against future fractures and enhances the tooth's appearance. Root canals
have an extremely high success rate in saving teeth that would otherwise be lost
to infection.
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