Restorative Dentistry Richardson

What is Restorative Dentistry?

Restorative dentistry is a type of dental care where the main objective is to restore the health and function of your teeth. These treatments are usually used when patients have sustained damage to their teeth caused by dental decay or trauma, and they are also used to replace missing teeth. Some of the most common restorative dental treatments include:

• Dental bridges
• Dental crowns
• Dental fillings
• Dental implants
• Dentures

In addition to restoring the function and utility of damaged or missing teeth, restorative dental treatments also serve as cosmetic enhancements, specifically when it comes to treatments that replace natural teeth in their entirety.

Restorative Dentistry: More Than a Quick Fix

Our dentists and team collaborate with each patient to find the correct restorative treatment to repair their smiles. Treatments may combine one or more procedures depending on the individual patient’s needs. Restorative dentistry is an excellent way to help ensure your teeth stay healthy and your smile remains functional and whole. Most restorative treatments can be completed in only one dental visit, but some are more extensive and require more appointments to complete.

Dental Crowns

With the power to restore and strengthen previously damaged or compromised teeth, dental crowns can help prevent the need for a tooth extraction down the road. These small caps are custom-designed to fit over your tooth to offer a layer of added protection, helping you use it as you naturally would for years to come!

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Tooth-Colored Fillings

When cavities strike, our team at Richland Dental can help restore your affected tooth without drawing attention to it. Tooth-colored fillings blend in with your natural smile in addition to sealing off the vulnerable layers of your tooth, preventing infection and preserving your smile.

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Dental Inlays & Onlays

When dental damage or decay has affected your tooth to a point where a dental crown would be too invasive and a tooth-colored filling wouldn’t offer enough protection, we may recommend an inlay or onlay. These are custom-crafted restorations that are typically made from ceramic or porcelain and bonded to the inner or outer layers of teeth. They have the same protective effects as crowns and fillings, just a slightly different shape!

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