Restorative Dentistry

Restorative dentistry has come a long way in restoring and replacing teeth. If you need to have a damaged tooth restored or a missing tooth replaced, you need not worry about the procedure. Implants and bridges that are now being used are so much like natural teeth that you cannot even tell the difference.

For a single missing tooth, our dentist in Riverside can use a dental implant, which will replace both the tooth and the root. The implant itself is firmly anchored in the bone, and the prosthetic tooth is anchored to the implant. This prosthetic tooth will effectively take the place of your lost tooth. The implant will stay firmly anchored in place and will look very natural.

When multiple teeth are missing, a partial bridge is often used to replace them. With this type of dental device, the teeth on either side of the gap will be fitted with crowns that will act as anchors for the bridge. The replacement teeth will fill in the gap and look as natural as the teeth that were once there.

If you have a tooth that is badly damaged beyond repair, our restorative dentist in Riverside has different treatment options that can replace it and restore your talking, chewing and smiling ability.

Riverside Restorative Dentist

For replacement of a complete mouthful of teeth that are missing due to an accident or illness, our Riverside dentist will fit dentures into the mouth, which will be an effective substitute. Dentures will restore your mouth to full functioning when eating, chewing, speaking and smiling, and they look natural and are very durable.

Injury to a tooth can cause damage that may be repaired through a root canal treatment performed by our restorative dentist in Riverside. This procedure can save teeth that might be lost. After the root canal has been performed, a porcelain cap or crown will be fitted to the tooth that will act as a protective covering and will strengthen and preserve the tooth. An impression will be taken of the tooth so that a properly fitting crown can be made, and a temporary crown will be fitted into place until the permanent crown is ready.

Our Riverside restorative dentist is highly skilled in all areas of restorative dentistry and can competently address your dental problem.

Contact our Riverside restorative dentist to see if your damaged teeth can be restored to full functioning again. With advances in dentistry, there is always an option for treating these problems.