Restorative Dentistry: Fillings, Dentures, Implants & More

Dentistry is the practice of treating teeth and the structures that support them. The fields of orthodontics and restorative dentistry are subdivided based on their goal: Restorative means to restore or repair damaged teeth, and oral pathology deals with diseases of the tooth and its supporting structures such as gums, bone, and nerve endings. Both fields work toward one result: healthy teeth and gums.

Orthodontics is the specialty of restoring faulty or missing teeth using braces, removable dental appliances, or special retainers. Restorative dentistry is dental medicine focused on improving the appearance, function, and condition of existing teeth and the supporting tissues that hold them in place. These fields often work together to create a comprehensive treatment plan for patients who suffer from toothache or other dental problems.

Restorative means to restore or repair damaged teeth, and oral pathology

Restorative Dental Services

Dental fillings: Dental fillings have been used to restore teeth for hundreds of years.

Dentures: A denture, or full denture as it’s often called, is a device that is placed in the mouth, replacing natural teeth and supporting the cheeks and lips.

Root canal treatment: This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and avoid the need for dental implants or bridges.

Dental implants: Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth.

Extractions: Although permanent teeth should last a lifetime, there are several reasons why tooth extraction may be necessary. Bridges: We prescribe a bridge if one or more teeth are missing and there are healthy teeth on either side of the open space.

Crowns: Crowns are prescribed when one or more teeth are too decayed, broken, or cracked to be easily repaired with a filling.

Four signs you need restorative dental care

1. SEVERAL MISSING TEETH.

Accidents, tooth decay, and poor oral hygiene can lead to tooth loss. But regardless of the circumstances behind your missing teeth, restorative dentistry can help. The lack of one or more teeth puts the health of the whole mouth and jaw at risk. Several gaps where your teeth should be can allow food particles and bacteria to eat through your gums and into your jaw. Additionally, missing teeth can lower your self-confidence and change the structure and shape of your face.

2. OVERCROWDED MOLARS.

Overcrowded molars not only make biting and chewing uncomfortable, but they can also be the cause of headaches and neck or jaw pain. Also, when your molars are overcrowded or push against other teeth, they may clench more, especially when you sleep. Restorative dental care can correct this overcrowding and improve your overall health. When your teeth are no longer crowded and causing discomfort, you will find that you sleep, eat and enjoy life better overall.

3. GAPS.

Have you lived your whole life with a gap between your front teeth? If so, then we have great news! Restorative dental care can help close the spaces between teeth. Gaps between teeth are great traps for food and bacteria and can also cause discomfort and embarrassment. People living with a dental gap often change their smile to hide their gap because they are afraid they will be laughed at or someone will notice. Gaps can also cause teeth to loosen and fall out.

4. BROKEN TOOTH

You may feel severe pain or discomfort if you have a chipped tooth. This is because a fractured tooth can chip or fracture, exposing the pulp and nerve of the tooth. This causes severe sensitivity to hot and cold foods or drinks. Additionally, this cracked tooth allows bacteria to enter, which can lead to the need for root canal treatment or, worse, complete tooth removal. If you have a chipped tooth, restorative dentistry can help restore this tooth. Whether it's a dental implant or an onlay, restoring your broken tooth is crucial to your health and comfort.

The importance of restorative dental care is obvious. It helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues.

You need help from a dentist who specializes in Restorative Dentistry. This practice involves making changes to your teeth and surrounding tissues. This type of treatment aims to keep your teeth looking natural while keeping things like gums and oral tissue healthy and strong so they don’t become damaged or infected as easily.

Elevation Family Dental is proud to serve Grand Junction, CO. with excellent Dental care.

Doctor Judd Chamberlain has the combination of expert training and real-world experience to deliver restorative dentistry treatments that can help.