Restore Function and Confidence With Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry involves procedures for repairing infected teeth and replacing missing teeth. When you visit The Schiff & Moniz Dental Group, we will first assess your current oral health and then devise a suitable restorative dental procedure to improve it so your confident smile will be restored.
You are considered as a candidate for restorative dentistry if you have:
- Tooth pain
- Tooth decay
- Missing tooth as a result of extraction
- Worn tooth
- Broken tooth
If you are experiencing any of these problems, feel free to book an appointment with our team for treatment. Our skilled dentists, Dr. Jill Moniz, Dr. Lawrence Schiff, Dr. Jill Zurek, Dr. Reza Hakim Shoushtari, and Dr. Richard Titlebaum, are here to assist you. Additionally, we offer a variety of restorative dentistry procedures.
Composite Fillings
When bacteria lingers in your tooth for too long, it can lead to the formation of a cavity by eroding the enamel. If left untreated, the cavity will worsen and damage your tooth. To prevent further harm, we will fill the cavity with composite material. The decayed portion of the tooth will be removed before filling the hole with composite, which is both durable and can be matched to the color of your tooth.
Dental Crowns
If a tooth is broken or decayed, it may lose its size, shape, and color over time. Dental crowns can be used to restore the shape of the tooth and improve your smile.
During your appointment, we will examine the tooth with an X-ray and take an impression of the surrounding teeth. The tooth will be filed down and the crown will be placed between the neighboring teeth to complete the restoration process.
Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays are frequently utilized in molars and premolars when a filling is insufficient to repair tooth damage but a dental crown is not necessary. The key distinction between inlays and onlays is the extent of coverage on the tooth. Inlays typically fill cavities and hollow areas, while onlays also cover the cusps of the tooth.
Dental Implants
If you have a missing tooth from injury or extraction, dental implants are the best option for tooth replacement. They resemble natural teeth in appearance and function, and with proper care, they can last a lifetime.
Dental implants also help maintain teeth structure and jawbone density, and have a success rate of up to 98% among our patients.
Consisting of a titanium implant, abutment, and dental crown, dental implants are customized to fit your mouth perfectly. You can choose to replace one or more teeth with this procedure.
Dentures and Bridges
Dentures are prosthetic teeth that can be removed and fit into the space left by missing teeth. You can choose to replace one or more teeth with dentures.
Dental bridges are artificial teeth that are supported by surrounding teeth. To replace a missing tooth, a dental bridge includes crowns on either side of the gap. We will shape the surrounding teeth to ensure the dental bridge fits properly.
If you would like more information on restorative dental procedures, please schedule an appointment with us.
