When you have pain in a tooth that does not subside, or if you sustain an injury or even lose a tooth, then you may need restorative dentistry. With direct and indirect restorations, our team can restore your smile to full function, health, and beauty. In today’s blog, your team at Healthy Smiles Family Dentistry talks about helping smiles in Houston, TX, with our custom restorations.
The Risks of Aching/Damaged Teeth
When you begin to notice sensitivity when you eat or drink, or a toothache develops that does not pass after a day or two, then you should consider a visit. The discomfort could indicate cavities or even infection, and care is needed to stop discomfort and prevent tooth loss. Likewise, if a tooth is chipped or cracked, even if the injury appears minor, you should see our team for a restoration, so we can repair it and avoid the risk of infection and worsening pain.
Dental Fillings
If you have a cavity, we could place a custom restoration known as a filling. Made from a metal-free composite resin, this is safe for kids of all ages, and adults too! The material can be color-matched to blend with your smile. Placement only takes one visit, and fills the hole left by decay, while matching the tooth. We actually use the same material in a cosmetic procedure known as bonding, in which we can mask teeth stains, repair minor injuries, and address misshapen teeth in one visit too.
Custom Crowns
If a smile has a tooth too damaged or decayed to be addressed with composite resin fillings or bonding, then we can help with a crown. The custom restoration will fit over the tooth, capping it and repairing it to target more severe concerns. We will craft your finished restoration from lifelike and durable materials, so the results are natural-looking, and able to last for years to come!
Dental Prosthetics
Tooth loss is a serious concern, one that not only changes the appearance of your smile, but could lead to misalignment, further tooth loss, and even weakened jawbone structure. But with dental prosthetics, we can help. A dental bridge can address one to three missing teeth in a row with a fixed prosthetic. We can also discuss removable dentures to handle more severe cases of tooth loss, with both full and partial options. Dental implants could also secure new teeth and be used to support a bridge or even fixed dentures.
If you have any questions about restorative dentistry, then contact our team today!
Learn More About Restorative Dentistry
Our team wants to help repair and restore your teeth with lifelike results. To find out more about our direct and indirect dental restorations, or to schedule an appointment, please call Healthy Smiles Family Dentistry in Houston, TX at (281) 974-4494.
