Restorative Dentistry
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Fillings
A tooth filling is used to restore functionality to teeth that have been ravaged by decay. Several options are available for tooth filling material, and your doctor will make a recommendation as to the best type for your situation. Not all fillings are appropriate for all types of teeth.
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Crowns
Crowns are a dental restoration that completely covers the outside of a severely decayed tooth. The shade is matched to surrounding teeth, they look and feel natural.
How Dental Crowns Benefit Your Smile:
– Crowns restore the strength, functionality, and appearance of a damaged tooth.
– Crowns protect the vulnerable part of the tooth by physically holding it together and shielding it from damage, wear, or infection.
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Bridges
Dental bridges are an excellent option to replace missing teeth without the use of a denture or dental implant. A false tooth is held in place by being attached to a neighboring tooth. In order to fabricate a bridge, crowns are made for the teeth on either side of the space and a false tooth is placed in between the crowns, which act as supports. They look and function just like your natural teeth.
Root Canal Treatment
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During this treatment, the nerve and pulp are removed and inside the tooth is cleaned and sealed. If a root canal is needed but not performed it will become infected and an abscess may form. It sounds more uncomfortable than it is, but it is a common procedure that many people experience.
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