Tooth restorations define the many ways dentists repair or replace teeth. Fortunately, the amount of tooth decay has been declining throughout the years, thanks to increased patient awareness and the use of fluorides.
What are examples of Tooth Restorations?
Fillings: Dentists first remove the decayed tooth material, clean the affected area and apply the filling material. There are gold fillings, amalgam (silver) fillings, composite (plastic) fillings and porcelain fillings.
Crowns: Also known as “cap”, a crown is placed over the tooth to reconstruct its shape, size, strength and appearance.
Bridges: Teeth that are designed to “bridge” the gap created by one or more missing teeth are called bridges. Bridges can be held securely by crowns and cemented lastingly into place.
Implants: Implants (replacement tooth roots) provide a powerful foundation for fixed (permanent) or removable replacement teeth that are made to mirror your natural teeth.
Dentures: Made of acrylic resin, dentures are a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues.
Dental Implants
Is a natural looking artificial tooth root that is placed into your jawbone.
Root Canal Therapy
Is necessary when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection.
Onlay Restorations
Is a custom made filling created by a professional dental laboratory.
Inlay Restorations
Is a custom made filling created by a professional dental laboratory
Fixed Bridges
Helps fills the space of missing teeth and helps uphold facial shape
Dentures & Partial Dentures
A detachable dental appliance replacement for missing teeth.
Crowns (Caps)
Can be sculpted to closely imitate the look of natural tooth enamel,
Amalgam Fillings
Adental filling material used to fill cavities cause by damaged teeths.
Air Abrasion
Sprays away decay using an instrument similar to a mini sandblaster
DR HOSSEIN JAHANGIRI
General, Implant & Cosmetic Dentist, Clinical Director, SCFD & Portside Dentistry
