Do you have a toothache? If you have pain and sensitivity in your tooth and this lasts for more than a day or two, then you should see our team! With restorative dentistry, we can address the underlying causes of your discomfort. In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about stopping aching teeth with restorative dentistry.
Common Signs of Restorative Concerns
When do you need to see our team for restorative dentistry? We could recommend this treatment if you have developed pain in a tooth, which could indicate decay or infection, and require treatment to not only bring relief, but keep your tooth from being lost. Likewise, we could use restorative dentistry to help repair teeth that have been chipped, broken, or cracked. We want to offer better comfort and also results that look natural and blend with your smile, which is why we offer metal-free dental fillings and crowns!
Placing a Dental Filling
A dental filling treats a cavity in only one visit, and is made from a composite resin that contains no metal. The material can be shaded to blend with the rest of your smile. The process only takes one visit to complete, as we will numb the tooth, remove the decay, and clean it thoroughly. We may also etch portions of the outer surface. We then apply the filling material; and cure the tooth under a light as we sculpt and mold the material, ensuring a more natural appearance and proper balance. We then polish the tooth to help provide a bright and natural appearance.
The same material can be used in a dental bonding procedure to prevent damage and also mask cosmetic imperfections, such as stained teeth or areas where you have gaps between your teeth. The whole process only takes one visit!
Creating and Placing a Dental Crown
If you have more severe injuries to your tooth, or if you have a cavity too advanced for a filling to address, then we could offer a crown. The full restoration will cap your tooth and instantly reshape and change it. We can repair damage, treat cavities, boost bite balance and chewing function, and for some, even aid in replacing missing teeth. Afterall, crowns can support a bridge or even restore a single tooth dental implant. Placement involves numbing the tooth, removing structure to make room for the crown, and taking detailed digital images, which we will use to design and craft the crown. We then attach the finished product to your tooth with a powerful bonding agent!
Dental Impressions Provides Restorative Dentistry
Our team wants to help stop pain in your tooth with a custom solution. To schedule an appointment and improve your oral health, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
