Having teeth that are severely broken or have large cavities, can’t simply be “filled”. When damage is too great, the dentists at Circle City Dentists of Sebring will be to complete restorative dentistry. The number one goal of restorative dentistry is to restore the function of your teeth, to promote overall health.
What is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry is restoring the function of the teeth. By repairing or restoring damaged or missing teeth, Circle City Dentists of Sebring can provide a healthy, fully functioning smile. Cosmetic and restorative dentistry can be completed at the same time to provide a full mouth rehabilitation. If you think you need dental rehabilitation, please call our office to book an appointment with an experienced dentist near you. Our Sebring cosmetic dentist services are some of the best in the area.
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are porcelain or ceramic tooth shaped “cap” that covers a tooth. Dental crowns are needed when a tooth has too much decay or if the tooth is too broken to be fixed with a dental filling. In some cosmetic cases, patient need crowns on the molars (the teeth in the back of the mouth) to open the bite to be able to restore the smile. Crowns are not just for royalty, but you can feel like dental royalty at (insert office name).
What to expect when needing a dental crown.
If you need a crown, our dentist will make you comfortable by numbing the area with a local anesthetic. The dental assistant will need to take a variety of molds to create your temporary crown and to send to the laboratory to make your final crown. Our dentist will remove all the decay then will build up the tooth structure to make the best foundation for your final restoration. You will go home that day with a temporary crown. In about two to three weeks the porcelain crown will be back from the dental laboratory. You will return to the office to remove the temporary crown and your shiny, new crown will be permanently bonded to your tooth.
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges are an option to close the space caused by missing teeth. A bridge consists of two or more crowns on either side of a gap with a false tooth (or pontic) in between the gap. Bridges usually are metal lined for support with a porcelain covering. These are known as porcelain fused to metal or PFM bridges. The office visit for a bridge is very similar to a dental crown. You will be comfortable in dental chair at Circle City Dentists of Sebring.
Dental Implants
Another option to restore missing teeth is a dental implant. Sebring dental implants are amazing as they can restore one tooth without needing to remove tooth structure from the neighboring teeth. A titanium screw is implanted into the bone and left to heal and integrate into the bone for about four to six months. After the healing period is over, the dentist can take impressions for the final crown. Once the dental crown is received from the dental laboratory, our dentist can permanently cement the crown on to the implant abutment.
Dental implants can replace a single tooth or can replace multiple teeth on the same dental arch. If multiple teeth are replaced with implants, the dentist will discuss the restorative options of individual implant crowns or implant bridges. If all the teeth on an arch are missing, options like implant-supported dentures or all-on-4 will be an option.
The is an important thing to remember for dental crowns, bridges, and composite fillings, these are still your natural teeth and can get a new cavity or decay. Having annual dental checkups with x-rays are important to maintain healthy restorations. Unlike natural teeth, dental implants can not decay but they are susceptible to periodontal disease and bone loss. Don’t wait schedule your dental cleaning today call (863) 382-2816.
Removable Appliances
The lowest cost options for restoring missing teeth are dentures and partials. With the use of metal and acrylic, dentures and partials can help restore someone’s confidence and ability to chew without invasive treatment. In some rare cases, patients can need more treatment to be able restore their bite from years are missing teeth. Circle City Dentists of Sebring is here to advise and assist you are getting the dental treatment you deserve.
Dentures
Partial or full dentures are for individuals missing all teeth of one or both dental arches. Dentures are custom made appliances fabricated in a dental laboratory using acrylic and metal. Our dentist and the patient will discuss the color and shape the of teeth. Dentures can take up to six visits to complete with a few final adjustments to make sure your bite is comfortable. Comfortable dentistry is the highest priority to Circle City Dentists of Sebring.
Partials
These are removable appliances for those that need to replace one or more teeth on an arch. Partial dentures are constructed using dental colored acrylics and metal. Unlike, dental partials need to clip or clasp onto teeth to within the mouth. These teeth need to stable and healthy to be able to support the partial. The clasps can be metal or a flexible acrylic.
While always replacing missing teeth is a priority to maintain support and structure, dentures and partials are sometimes hard to wear comfortably. This is due to the bone levels of the jaws are always changing, especially with age and length of missing tooth support. Dentures and partials need to be checked annually for fit. If ill-fitted dentures and partials are being worn, Circle City Dentists of Sebring will recommend a reline or new set of appliances made.
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