Restorative Dentistry

Restorative Dentistry Services

Restorative dental procedures contribute to your overall oral health by resolving problems in your teeth as they arise. Many restorative procedures aim to treat, protect, strengthen and beautify damaged or decaying teeth.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are used in both restorative and cosmetic dentistry. After preparing the natural tooth in question, a crown is placed over it to protect the remaining tooth material and restore the look, feel, and function.

Permanent & Temporary Crowns

There are many reasons crowns are used, including for cosmetic purposes. They may also be used to secure and protect vulnerable or damaged natural teeth, such as those that are cracked or have large fillings. Crowns can hold dental bridges in place or to cover dental implants. Finally, crowns may be applied after another dental procedure that weakens the tooth structure, such as after a root canal treatment.

Crowns may be temporary or permanent. Temporary crowns are often used as a protective measure for teeth that are at risk of decaying or becoming damaged. While temporary crowns can be designed and created in a dental office, permanent crowns are created in a dental lab. In many cases, crowns restore function and beauty to the teeth.

 

Dental Implants

Dental implants are a permanent option for replacing teeth, especially when tooth decay becomes extensive and requires teeth to be extracted. An artificial tooth is implanted with a titanium post that integrates with the bone of the jaw. Learn More…

 

Dental Fillings

Dental fillings are used to fill cavities before tooth decay has an opportunity to spread. Although metal amalgam fillings may be used, tooth-coloured fillings made from composite resin can provide support and strength to the remaining tooth structure and an aesthetic effect.

Types of Fillings

Dental fillings can be made of various materials, including:

• Gold
• Porcelain
• Dental amalgam
• Composite resin
• Ceramics
• Glass ionomer

Dental amalgam fillings used to be the most commonly used type of filling in Canada. However, bonded composite resin fillings are now the most popular choice of restorative material.

Composite resin is an acrylic tooth-coloured material that is often used when patients want their fillings to match the colour of their natural teeth. Resin fillings are often more expensive than dental amalgam fillings because they require more tools and work. Resin fillings do strengthen the teeth due to them being bonded to the tooth.

The type of filling you choose with your dentist may depend on several factors, including the level of tooth decay and its specific location within the tooth structure, and the costs of the materials and whether they are covered by dental insurance. If you have an allergy to mercury or other metals, your dentist may recommend composite fillings instead of amalgam, as amalgam fillings contain small amounts of mercury.

You may also choose a specific type of filling based on aesthetics. For example, composite resin may be more desirable for a lower molar because the tooth is more visible than an upper molar.

Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and onlays are an aesthetic alternative to fillings that allow your teeth to keep their natural look. This treatment option is usually recommended for those who suffer from tooth decay. After the tooth is cleaned, the inlay is the filling that is put inside your tooth and the onlay is the sealant that is applied to the surface of your tooth. Together, they work towards reducing the damages of tooth decay to keep your teeth healthy and clean.

Dental Bonding

Dental bonding is a simple and cost-effective restorative dental procedure for damaged teeth. It is often used as a solution for teeth that are cracked or discoloured, chipping or breaking, or compromised in a number of other ways.

How Dental Bonding Works

Dental bonding is applied directly to the natural tooth. Typically, it does not require sedation or anesthetic. Your dentist will roughen up the surface of the tooth where the bonding will be applied. Once the surface of the tooth is ready, a liquid is applied that will help the resin stick to the tooth.

Once the tooth is prepared, the composite resin is applied to the tooth. Your dentist will need to shape the resin to blend in with your natural tooth. Finally, a special light that uses ultraviolet rays is used to harden the resin quickly. Once the resin is hardened, your dentist may need to shape or smooth out the surface of the resin to ensure it matches the bonded tooth and the surrounding teeth.

Dental Bridges

If you have missing or decaying teeth, dental bridges may be the perfect replacement option to restore a confident smile.

Understanding Dental Bridges

The 123Dentist care network includes dental clinics offering dental bridges in Canada. Our dentists are dedicated to finding the right solution for missing teeth, and dental bridges often hit the mark based on options, durability, and price.

Dental bridges are an excellent solution for missing teeth, restoring your ability to enjoy food and smile confidently. They can also aid in other issues commonly caused by tooth loss, including speech and pronunciation problems and the potential that the remaining teeth may shift out of place. In many cases, dental bridges are covered partially or fully by your insurance plan. Be sure to check with your insurer before booking your appointment with a dental clinic near you.

Dentures

Dentures are a common dental appliance used to replace missing teeth. Dentures can help restore function and aesthetics to the mouth, allowing patients to smile, eat, and speak normally.

Removable Dental Appliances

Tooth loss due to tooth decay or injury or trauma can severely impact the overall dental health of patients. In many cases, dentists or prosthodontists will recommend dental appliances such as dentures to replace the teeth.

Comparable Options for Tooth Replacement

There are many options for tooth replacement. The solution recommended by your dentist may vary based on your level of tooth loss, your budget, and your lifestyle and needs. Dentures are often an affordable option when tooth loss is severe. There are several types of dentures available, as well as several other tooth replacement options.

Fixed bridges may be an option for tooth replacement if only some of the natural teeth are missing. Bridges are false teeth permanently attached to crowns on the teeth on either side of the empty socket. Bridges are permanent.

Removable partial dentures are another option for partial tooth loss. These dentures can be removed easily and are fixed in place by clamps attached to the remaining teeth.

Full dentures (or complete dentures) are used in cases of complete or near-complete tooth loss. If most of the teeth are missing, a dentist may recommend that the remaining teeth are removed to allow for full dentures. Conventional dentures are removable dental appliances that suction to the gums.

Dental implants can be used as a permanent solution for partial or full tooth loss. Implants are surgically placed in the jaw using metal posts.

Permanent dentures are dentures that are permanently affixed to several dental implants in the mouth. One type of permanent dentures is known as “All-On-4.”