Restorative Dentistry Specialist

What is Restorative Dentistry?

Restorative dentistry is an umbrella term for a variety of dental procedures that helps restore a lost or damaged tooth. Dentures, bridges, fillings, implants and root canals are all types of restorative dentistry procedures. This approach to dentistry restores the function of teeth to allow the individual to regain speech, swallowing and chewing abilities lost to missing or damaged teeth. Restorative dentistry also enhances cosmetic appeal and can boost self-esteem. 

What is the Goal of Restorative Dentistry?

The goal of restorative dentistry is to preserve the patient’s natural teeth as much as possible. Dental fillings can prevent cavities from growing larger, for example, or stop cracked or broken teeth from becoming worse. A restorative dentist may use a crown to cover a weak or broken tooth or to support a tooth with a very large filling. A bridge, partial denture or dental implant replaces one or more missing teeth in a way that prevents the remaining teeth from moving. The dentist may recommend a root canal to save a badly infected or decayed tooth.

How Does Restorative Dentistry Promote Dental Health?

Replacing missing teeth promotes dental health as well. Filling in empty spots left by missing teeth reduces the risk for cavities in the remaining teeth, as plaque-causing bacteria tend to accumulate in odd-shaped gaps. Crooked teeth are also difficult to clean, which increases the risk for tooth decay and other problems. Restorative dentistry restores teeth to as close to their natural, healthy state as possible to help teeth last a lifetime. 

Restorative dentistry is appropriate for nearly anyone in Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding New York City area with missing, damaged or misshapen teeth.