Restorative Care
Teeth are subjected to high forces every day when we chew. Teeth which have decay or cracks in them are prone to breaking or crumbling. Heavily filled teeth that have old amalgam fillings in them are prone to expansion and contraction, which can cause further cracking and breakage. Modern materials including ceramics are stronger and able to expand and contract at the same rate as the teeth, giving greater durability. We have a range of treatments that can improve the strength and longevity of your teeth and improve your quality of life.
Crowns and Bridges
Teeth are subjected to high forces every day when we chew. Teeth which have decay or cracks in them are prone to breaking or crumbling. Heavily filled teeth that have old amalgam fillings in them are prone to expansion and contraction, which can cause further cracking and breakage. Modern materials including ceramics are stronger and able to expand and contract at the same rate as the teeth, giving greater durability. Our range of treatments including composite resin fillings, crowns and bridges can improve the strength and longevity of your teeth. This improves your quality of life as you will be able to chew properly and eat a variety of nutritious foods.
Crowns are a strong and long lasting solution for teeth that have cracked or have been heavily filled. They restore the function and appearance of teeth and can be made of porcelain or porcelain/metal combinations. They are like a crash helmet for your tooth, and allow you to chew properly again.
Bridges are an alternative to a partial denture to replace a missing tooth. The bridge is attached to real teeth or implants and spans across a gap to retain strength and the shape of your mouth and face.
Implants
A dental implant is an extremely strong option for replacing a missing tooth. An artificial (titanium) screw forms the “root” that is inserted into the jawbone to provide strength and longevity. An implant fuses with the jawbone and provides and option that looks and functions like a natural tooth.
There are several stages involved in the placement of an implant which your dental practitioner will discuss with you when assessing your suitability for implant placement.
Dentures
There are several types of dentures to replace missing teeth, depending on your situation. Partial or full dentures are custom-made to fit your mouth.
We work in association with a very reputable Dental Prosthetist, Andrew Ferguson who comes to our practice once per week. We will discuss your options for replacing missing teeth with you before referring you to work with him to determine the best option for you and your situation.