Which Restorative Treatment Is Best for You?

Restorative dentistry focuses on improving and rebuilding the structural integrity of the teeth and mouth. If you’ve suffered tooth loss or are at risk for it, restorative treatments can give you back your normal chewing ability. Several treatments fall under this umbrella. Here’s a closer look at some of them and the type of problems they treat, so you can choose the right one for your needs.

Crowns

A crown is a fake tooth that sits on top of the existing tooth. If your tooth is cracked or chipped, but the root and bone are in good shape, it can be the right choice. Crowns can also improve the color of discolored teeth that are otherwise healthy.

Implants

If you’ve lost a tooth, an implant is a great restorative dentistry option. It protects your jaw and gums and ensures you can chew properly. Implants typically have a titanium screw that anchors to the bone in the mouth. On top of that, your Gilbert dentist will place a fake tooth. This process creates a replacement tooth that functions just like a natural one.

Bridges

While implants work well if you’ve lost one or two teeth, if you have multiple teeth missing in one area, you may benefit from a bridge. A bridge places a crown on either side of the missing teeth and then attaches fake teeth to these crowns. This prevents the need for an implant while also ensuring you have full function in your mouth.

Are you interested in learning more about restorative treatments to restore the look and function you want in your mouth? Give Kathy Jacobsen Contemporary Dentistry a call to learn more about your options.