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<p class="DGspeakableP1"> People with damaged or decayed tooth structure can benefit from dental restoration. These treatments can repair, restore, and rebuild smiles. Different restoration methods are available to restore varying levels of dental trauma.</p>
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<p>Dental restoration aims to restore the functionality of the mouth and teeth. It includes various dental procedures that <a title="Read more about Dental Health and Tooth Restorations" href="https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/tooth-restorations" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;" class="TLBC" id="ALR-Dental-Restorations"> repair damaged or missing tooth structure</a> resulting from poor oral hygiene, infection, or trauma to the teeth or gums. There are two types of dental restorations, direct and indirect.</p>
<p>Besides restoring the mouth to a functional state, dental restoration also aims to preserve as much of the patient’s natural teeth as possible. Patients may experience missing tooth structure due to decay, chips or fractures, or deterioration of a previously placed restoration. Dental restorations can help fix such problems.</p>
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<p>A direct dental restoration is one that is <a title="Read more about The Options for Direct and Indirect Dental Restoration" href="https://www.verywellhealth.com/restoration-definition-of-restoration-1059434" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;" class="TLBC" id="ALR-Dental-Restorations">created and placed entirely within the mouth</a>. During this process, we will replace small amounts of damaged tooth structure with a filling. Once the filling is in place, our dentist will harden the material with ultraviolet light to create a permanent seal which restores tooth functionality by preventing reinfection or further damage.
There are various types of filling options, including:</p>
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<li><b>Amalgam:</b> Amalgam fillings consist of a mixture of mercury, tin, copper, or silver and are very durable but do not match the color of surrounding teeth.</li>
<li><b>Cast gold:</b> Cast gold fillings are strong enough to last for longer than 15 years but are more expensive than other filling materials.</li>
<li><b>Ceramic: </b>Ceramic fillings are usually made of porcelain and are more resistant to staining than composite fillings.</li>
<li><b>Composite:</b> Composite fillings provide durability and strength for small to mid-size cavities and are tooth-colored to appear more natural.</li>
<li><b>Glass ionomer:</b> Glass ionomer fillings consist of silicate glass-powder used in temporary fillings, decay around the gum lines, or baby teeth.</li>
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<p>Indirect dental restorations are fabricated outside of the mouth before being placed inside the mouth at the treatment site. These customized tooth replacements include:</p>
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<li><b>Bridges: </b>Bridges restore gaps from one or more missing teeth to mimic the look, shape, and function of natural teeth.</li>
<li><b>Crowns: </b>A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap that restores a tooth’s shape, size, strength, and appearance.</li>
<li><b>Implants: </b>Dental implants are artificial tooth roots placed to support replacement teeth so they can feel, look, and function naturally.</li>
<li><b>Inlays: </b>Inlays mold to the cusps areas and replace minor tooth structure loss due to decay.</li>
<li><b>Onlays: </b>Onlays, also called partial crowns, are more extensive than inlays and can cover one or more cusps to repair more extensive tooth decay.</li>
<li><b>Veneers: </b>Veneers are thin coverings applied to the front, visible part of the tooth to restore stained, chipped, or worn-down teeth.</li>
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<p>Dental restoration can help weakened teeth due to severe decay or damage and help prevent further complications. Direct dental restorations or fillings are necessary to stop the decay process while leaving the teeth intact. Fillings can also restore fractured, broken teeth, or worn down teeth resulting from misuse such as nail-biting or tooth grinding.</p>
<p>Indirect dental restorations are necessary when a filling is not enough to restore teeth functionality. Crowns are good restorative options for unstable teeth, while a bridge can replace multiple damaged teeth to restore proper chewing function. Additionally, a dental implant can replace a missing tooth and prevent problems like jawbone erosion and impaired chewing.</p>
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<p class="questions text-contrast"><span>Q.</span> <a title="Q. Who is the right patient for a dental restoration?" href="/the-bronx-ny/dental-restorations/#right-patient-for-a-dental-restoration" class="TLBC" id="SPQA-Dental-Restorations">Who is the right patient for a dental restoration?</a></p>
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<p>The right patients for a dental restoration procedure are people with structural tooth damage. Our dentist will consider several factors when determining the right dental restoration treatment for a patient. These factors include the type, extent, and location of the damage.</p>
<p>These procedures are best for patients with cavities or other localized dental problems. Patients who do not have enough supportive tooth structure to restore a tooth properly are good candidates for indirect restorations. Patients with more extensive tooth damage may require indirect dental restorations to provide additional strength.</p>
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<span>A.</span> <span itemprop="text">Dental veneers typically consist of <a title="Read more about Dental Veneers" href="https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/veneers#1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;" class="TLBC" id="ALR-Dental-Restorations">porcelain or resin composite materials</a>. Porcelain veneers are a popular choice since they better match the appearance of natural teeth. Patients should consult with our dentist to choose the veneer materials for their needs.</span></p>
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<dd>Cosmetic dentistry is generally used to refer to any dental work that improves the appearance (though not necessarily the function) of a person's teeth, gums and/or bite.</dd>
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<dd>Tooth decay is when the enamel of the tooth begins to decay and cause erosion from plaque and tartar on the teeth.</dd>
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<dd>Dental caries are also known as cavities and result from a lack of proper oral hygiene leaving plaque that forms tiny holes in the teeth.</dd>
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<dd>A dental checkup is an appointment that involves cleaning the teeth, identifying any signs of infection and removing said signs of infection at least once every six months in the office.</dd>
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<dd>A dental filling involves restoring the structure of the tooth by using metal, alloy, porcelain or plastic to fill the tooth.</dd>
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<dd>Dental sealants contain a resinous material that we apply to the chewing surfaces of the posterior teeth to prevent dental caries.</dd>
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<dd>A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases and conditions of the oral cavity.</dd>
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<dd>Preventive dentistry is the dentistry that focuses on maintaining oral health in order to prevent the spread of plaque, the formation of tartar and infections in the mouth.</dd>
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