Restore your oral health and smile with restoration dentistry
Whether you have poorly spaced teeth or damage to the smile, the team at Total Health Dental has a restorative solution for your needs. Dr. Khaja Mohsinuddin of Aurora, Illinois, regularly works with patients who are seeking dental restorative services, which may include the following treatments and materials:
- Porcelain dental crowns. Dental crowns are a more common dental restoration used in our practice. These restorations are made of porcelain, a material that mimics natural tooth enamel and can be made to match the patient’s existing smile. These “caps” cover a real tooth to offer strength or protection for a tooth that might have experienced substantial damage from an injury, cavity, or recent root canal procedure.
- Porcelain dental bridges. Patients who want to replace one or more teeth in a row to restore the appearance and function of their smile may want to ask their dentist about the benefits of dental bridges. Bridges essentially “bridge the gap” left behind from teeth that are lost or extracted and need to be replaced. The bridge has false teeth called pontics fused to dental crowns on each side, which use adjacent teeth for support.
- Dental implants. One of the most popular tooth replacement solutions available at Total Health Dental is the dental implant. Dental implants are titanium posts that a dentist places into the jawbone to stimulate the growth of bone through a process called osseointegration. Once the implant is firmly held in place by the bone of the jaw, the top portion can be restored with a crown, bridge, or denture.
- Metal-free tooth-colored dental fillings. Instead of using metal or amalgam fillings for areas of tooth decay, our team uses composite resin, which blends in with the smile and is much safer than alternative options used at other area dental facilities.
Schedule a visit at Total Health Dental
Dr. Khaja Mohsinuddin and his team at Total Health Dental are committed to ensuring patients have access to restorative dental services in his practice, conveniently located at 2460 South Eola Road in Aurora, Illinois. Call (630) 822-9600 to request a consultation appointment at his office to discover how our team can rejuvenate and transform your smile with restorative dentistry services.
FAQs
What is considered a restorative dental procedure?
Your teeth are designed to last a lifetime. Unfortunately, this is never the case. Injuries, decay, infections, and other factors can compromise your teeth, resulting in tooth loss or damage. Restorative dentistry refers to dental procedures that repair or replace damaged teeth. The primary function of restorative dentistry is to enhance function, although it improves aesthetics and comfort.
Who needs restorative dentistry?
Restorative dental care is ideal for patients with the following dental issues:
- Cavities or tooth decay: Dental plaque is the primary cause of tooth decay. If left untreated, tooth cavities can result in tooth loss.
- Broken or cracked teeth: The enamel is the hardest part of your body but isn’t indestructible. Accidents, injuries, or biting hard foods can damage your teeth.
- Missing teeth: Tooth loss can happen because of tooth decay, injuries, neglect, or advanced gum disease. Whether you have lost one or multiple teeth, it can affect your oral function, aesthetics, and overall oral health.
- Worn-down teeth: Acidic diets and chronic teeth grinding (bruxism) can wear down your teeth, compromising their appearance and functionality. Restorative solutions like dental bonding or crowns can protect and rebuild worn teeth.
- Failing dental work: Restorative dentistry can help with leaky fillings or loose crowns or inlays.
What is a major restorative dental treatment?
It refers to extensive procedures designed to repair or replace significantly damaged or missing teeth. These treatments often address severe dental issues and may involve multiple appointments. Major restorative treatments require more skill and time to achieve functional and aesthetically appealing outcomes. Major restorative dental treatments include dental implants, crowns, root canals, and bridges. Sometimes, the dentist can combine multiple restorative treatments to resolve severe ongoing dental issues.
Why do I need restorative dental treatment?
Restorative dentistry gives you the best chance for lasting oral health. Whether you have damaged or missing teeth, restorative dentistry restores your oral function, allowing you to eat and speak confidently. It also improves your aesthetics, confidence, and comfort.
What kinds of materials are most commonly used in restorative dentistry?
The type of restoration depends on your oral health needs, which are determined after a comprehensive examination. The common restorative treatments include:
- Tooth fillings: We use tooth-colored fillings to repair cavities and minor tooth decay. Placing dental fillings is minimally invasive and requires a single appointment.
- Dental crowns: A crown or cap covers the entire visible portion of your tooth. These tooth-shaped restorations repair tooth damage that is too pronounced for a typical dental filling.
- Dental implants: A surgical procedure that involves placing a screw-like titanium post into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. We can pair an implant with a tooth-like restoration, such as a crown, bridge, or denture, to replace one or multiple teeth.
- Dentures: These are removable restorations used to replace one or more missing teeth. We can stabilize conventional dentures with dental implants for enhanced stability and function.
- Bridges: A prosthetic tooth or teeth placed between one or two crowns to replace a missing tooth (teeth).
