RESTORATIVE SERVICES
“Restorative dentistry” is the term dental professionals use to explain how they replace missing or damaged teeth. Fillings, crowns (“caps”), bridges and implants are common restorative options. The goal is to bring back your natural smile and prevent future oral health issues.
CROWNS (GOLD, PORCELAIN & IMPLANT)
An oral appliance that replaces the hard and soft tissues of the root of the mouth often missing from trauma or cancer.
BRIDGES
Sometimes called a fixed partial denture, a bridge replaces missing teeth and (literally) bridges the gap where one or more teeth have been lost. The restoration can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these materials and is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support.
INLAYS AND ONLAYS
Some teeth require a restoration that is between a filling and a crown. When enough of the supporting tooth structure can be preserved, and inlay or onlay can provide the same support as a crown while leaving the remaining tooth uncovered. These restorations are fabricated out of gold or porcelain in a lab and fitted into the tooth permanently.
