Restorative dental work is a term used to describe the management of missing or damaged teeth. The main types of treatments considered “restorative” include:
- Dental crowns: A cap placed over a chipped or cracked tooth to strengthen the structure, protect it from further damage, and restore its function and appearance.
- Dental bridges: Designed to bridge the gap between teeth. A bridge is an artificial tooth anchored by crowns on the adjacent natural teeth.
- Dental implants: A titanium post placed into the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth, supporting a crown or bridge.
Basic restorative dentistry generally refers to routine procedures used to repair teeth and prevent further decay or tooth loss. These procedures are typically straightforward and often performed in a single visit.
Basic services include diagnosis (examinations and X-rays) and treatments such as dental fillings to repair decay. Addressing these issues early is the most effective way to maintain oral health and prevent problems from becoming more serious.
Restorative dental services involve repairing existing teeth and correcting dental problems to prolong the life of the dentition.
Teeth undergo significant pressure from eating, speaking, and grinding, and they cannot repair themselves. Without timely restorative intervention, damaged teeth can become worn, cracked, or infected. Our dental team aims to preserve your natural teeth wherever possible; however, in some cases, prosthetic alternatives (such as implants) may be required.
A major restorative dental procedure is more complex in nature and typically requires the dentist to collaborate with a dental laboratory to fabricate custom prosthetics.
Common major restorative procedures include dental crowns, bridges, and implants. These treatments differ from routine maintenance (such as check-ups and cleans) and are often required when a tooth has compromised structure or has been lost.
