Redwood city Restorative Dentistry

Pain, discomfort, and lack of functionality can affect your quality of life. But restorative dentistry from Dr. Ghina Morad can bring you back to a state of positive dental health.

What is restorative dentistry?

Restorative dental treatments are a group of procedures that repair and enhance dentition to get patients back to exceptional oral health. From repairing cavities with simple fillings to replacing teeth with dental bridges or dentures, restorative treatment can help your smile become healthy once again. Schedule a consultation at the office of Dr. Ghina Morad today or stop by our office located at 2920 Broadway, Redwood City, CA 94061.

Restorative Dentistry Redwood City

What can I expect at my initial restorative appointment?

Depending on your needs, restorative treatments can be as simple as a composite dental filling or as complex as dental implants. With years of expertise and the most advanced dental technology, Dr. Morad can address your issues while keeping you comfortable and happy with the results. Whatever your dental needs, we can help!

Comprehensive Exam & Any Necessary X-Rays
Collaboration With Digital Smile Design
Options, Recommendation & Treatment Plan

Restorative treatment options in Redwood City

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Dental Fillings

Dental fillings are the best way to treat and fill cavities in decayed teeth. Your Redwood City dentist will use a drill to remove damage and decay in the enamel of your tooth. Then, they will use a tooth-colored dental resin to restore the shape and structure of your tooth. Timely intervention with a filling is essential if you have a cavity. If left untreated for too long, your tooth could decay further and potentially require a dental crown and/or root canal therapy.

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Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and onlays are an ideal option to protect your teeth and restore your smile. Inlays are used on teeth that have suffered minor forms of tooth damage, such as cavities. Onlays can repair the cusp of a tooth that has experienced more severe damage. Both inlays and onlays are cemented to the tooth, providing an extremely durable solution to your chipped or compromised teeth. These scratch-resistant, long-lasting seals can prevent further damage, infection, or inflammation to your teeth, all while whitening your smile dramatically. Inlays and onlays can even help you save on dental bills down the road by strengthening your teeth and preventing future infections.

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Lab-Made Crowns

Lab-made crowns are made with the help of a dental technician at an outside dental lab. Dental crowns restore damaged teeth by covering the entire tooth down to the gumline. Your dentist will trim your tooth to remove damaged material, then shape it into a strong, sturdy platform to which the crown will eventually be attached.

Impressions are taken of the tooth using dental trays and putty or a digital intraoral scanner. These impressions are then sent to the dental lab where your crown will be made out of a high-quality material, such as ceramic or porcelain.
 
You will receive a temporary crown during your first appointment, after your tooth has been prepared and impressions have been taken. At your second appointment, after your dental crown is complete, your dentist will permanently attach your new crown to your tooth.

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Dental Bridges

A dental bridge uses two dental crowns to suspend a pontic, or false tooth, in the gap where a natural tooth has been lost. The crowns are attached to healthy abutment teeth — the teeth adjacent to your missing tooth. A metal framework is often used to attach the false tooth to the crowns. A dental bridge can last for years and prevent your other teeth from shifting over time.

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Root Canal Therapy

Root canal therapy is the best way to treat an infected tooth. Teeth become infected when the vulnerable pulp inside the tooth and root canals is exposed to oral bacteria. This can happen if you crack your tooth during an accident or injury, or if you experience severe tooth decay.

Your dentist will start the procedure by cleaning your teeth and numbing your mouth. They will then drill a hole in the enamel in order to access and remove any decayed material from the interior of your tooth all the way down to the roots. Your roots will be thoroughly cleaned and then filled with an inert material to maintain the structure and integrity of the tooth. To complete the procedure, you’ll be given either a dental filling or dental crown that will protect and restore your tooth.

Have questions about restorative dentistry? Get the answers.

What dental problems can restorative dentistry solve?

Restorative dentistry is used to restore damaged and missing teeth. Tooth damage or loss often occurs due to issues like untreated cavities, severe decay, and gum disease. But issues can also happen due to oral trauma or injury, like a slip and fall or an accident.

What are the benefits of restorative dental treatment?

Restorative dental treatment helps you avoid future complications and more costly treatment options. Leaving a damaged or missing tooth untreated will often result in more serious dental issues in the future. You can save time and money by getting care right away.

You’ll also get relief from pain and discomfort, and regain your natural functionality. Imagine being able to enjoy your favorite foods once again because you’re able to bite and chew normally.

Finally, restorative dental treatment also restores your appearance. Missing or damaged teeth can look unnatural and unsightly. Restorative care allows you to regain your smile and your confidence.

When is restorative treatment a dental emergency?

Any dental health issue that is causing serious pain, oral discomfort, or bleeding is an emergency and likely requires emergency restorative treatment. This includes things like damaged or broken teeth, severe and prolonged toothaches, and pulled-out or lost dental work. When in doubt, it’s better to be safe than sorry, so contact your dentist to get emergency treatment right away.

Is restorative dentistry covered by insurance?

It often is, but the extent of your coverage will vary depending on your insurer. For example, your dental insurance plan may cover dental crowns and bridges, but may not offer coverage for dental implants. We recommend contacting your insurance provider to get a thorough understanding of your coverage and any limitations.

Ready to schedule your restorative dental appointment in Redwood City?

Call (650) 592-6396