Restorative Dentistry Procedures in St. George, UT
If you have one or more missing tooth or teeth that are severely damaged or decayed, you should consider restorative dentistry. Restorative dentistry procedures are designed to restore the health and beauty of your smile and the strength and structural integrity of your teeth and jaw.
At Plumb Dental, we believe it’s important to address missing and damaged teeth as early as possible. The sooner we create a restorative dental plan, the less likely you are to experience pain, discomfort, or complications. Our team will work with you to determine which restorative dentistry procedures are right for you and how we can restore the beauty and health of your smile. Call to explore our options for restorative dentistry in St. George, UT.
What Is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry is a specialized type of dentistry that focuses on repairing or replacing teeth that are damaged, decayed, structurally unstable, or missing. The most common restorative dentistry procedures are dental fillings, dental crowns, dental bridges, dentures, and dental implants.
Our biggest goal in recommending restorative dentistry to our patients is to improve their oral health. Restorative dentistry can also improve chewing function, speaking ability, and overall comfort, as well as restore the beauty of your smile. You should consider restorative dentistry if you have:
- Severe dental cavities or tooth decay
- Damaged or broken teeth
- Teeth that are so chipped and cracked they have become loose or unstable
- Impacted teeth that are causing misalignment or overcrowding
- Missing teeth
The Difference Between Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry focuses on restoring the appearance and function of your teeth so that you can avoid complications caused by tooth decay, tooth damage, and missing teeth. Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the beauty of your smile through procedures like teeth whitening and dental veneers. Some restorative dentistry procedures offer both improved oral health and a more beautiful smile, especially if you are missing teeth.
Benefits of Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry is incredibly important to maintaining your overall oral health. When you have severe tooth decay or multiple major dental cavities, the structure of your teeth is weakened, and chewing and speaking may become difficult or painful. Untreated tooth decay can lead to a dental infection or abscess, which can threaten your overall health. Eventually, you will need to have your tooth extracted, or it will fall out naturally. When you have a missing tooth or multiple missing teeth and don’t replace them with dental prosthetics, you can develop problems like misaligned teeth, jawbone loss, receding gums, trouble eating and speaking, and facial deformity.
When we begin restorative dentistry procedures early enough, we can try to retain as many of your natural teeth as possible while still enhancing their strength and integrity. We can also help you improve your oral health and reduce your risk of dangerous complications.
Our Restorative Dentistry Procedures
We offer comprehensive restorative dentistry procedures for adults and children. We do everything we can to make your visit comfortable and stress- and pain-free. Our goal is to enhance your oral health and function by addressing problems quickly and minimizing your risk of discomfort and complications. Our restorative dentistry procedures include:
How Long Will My Dental Restorations Last?
The lifespan of your dental restorations depends on a number of factors: your age, your oral hygiene routine, your overall health, the location and number of restorations, the type of restorations, and the materials used. Dental fillings last between 5-15 years. Dental crowns can last between 5-20 years. Dental bridges can last 5-10 years. Removable dentures can last five years. Dental implants can last between 5-20 years. If you properly care for your dental restorations and natural teeth and visit our office every six months for a dental checkup, you can extend the lifespan of your restorations.
Why Choose Plumb Dental
At Plumb Dental, we have a team of experienced dentists who are dedicated to providing compassionate and precise care. We offer the latest and most advanced techniques and procedures so that our patients get the safest and most effective dental care. We have extensive experience helping patients who have dental fear or anxiety, and we take care to ensure patient comfort during each appointment. We also focus on education and prevention so that our patients can take control of their oral health and reduce their risk of dental problems. In addition to restorative dentistry, we also offer general and family dentistry services, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry, sleep apnea treatment, periodontal disease treatment, orthodontic treatment, and Invisalign treatment.
Call to Schedule Adult or Pediatric Restorative Dentistry
Call us now or fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation for adult or pediatric restorative dentistry in St. George, UT. We will discuss your needs and goals, do a full dental examination, take dental x-rays or impressions, and discuss our findings and recommendations. We can then create a personalized plan for the right restorative dentistry procedures to enhance the health and beauty of your smile and restore your confidence.