Restorative dentistry to the rescue! Rebuilding damaged teeth to preserve the health and beauty of your smile
A tooth with a cavity, an infection that is causing intense pain, and a tooth that is fragile due to fractures or other trauma – all of these concerns can be treated with restorative dentistry. At Ferrari Dental, our team in Montville, New Jersey, brings the beauty, function, and health of your smile back on track with a range of treatments for a wide variety of conditions. Through these services, Dr. Ferrari preserves your teeth and prevents extractions and the need for tooth replacement.
How do you rebuild teeth?
It depends on your needs. For smaller areas of decay or cavities, a simple filling may be sufficient. For more extensive decay, we may recommend a dental crown. Crowns are also a versatile option to treat other conditions, such as injuries or fractures. When the inside of the tooth is inflamed or infected, root canal therapy may be the only way to preserve your badly damaged tooth. All of these procedures restore the appearance, strength, and function of the damaged tooth, eliminating the need for its extraction and more costly, time-consuming, and invasive procedures to replace teeth.
What materials do you use?
There have never been more materials for dentists like Dr. Ferrari to choose from, and he has carefully selected only those that best replicate the natural, healthy appearance of your smile. These materials include tooth-colored composite resin for fillings and high-quality, stain-resistant porcelain for veneers. He also uses high-performance materials like zirconia. Many of these options can not only be perfectly shade-matched to your natural teeth, but they are also incredibly strong and highly compatible with the surrounding tissues.
What if my tooth can’t be saved?
Restorative dentistry also refers to rebuilding the entire tooth when it cannot be preserved with the methods mentioned above. Dr. Ferrari offers all of the tooth replacement options available to dentists today. These options range from “traditional” bridges and dentures to crowns, bridges, and dentures that are supported by dental implants. We are even your “home” for mini dental implants.
What’s so special about mini implants?
Mini implants are smaller in diameter than “standard” implants. This feature makes them a less invasive alternative. There are many benefits associated with less invasive procedures – ranging from minimal trauma to the implant sites, to a faster and more comfortable healing/recovery.
Can I afford restorative dentistry?
The sooner you have any concerns evaluated and treated, the better off you will be, both from a health perspective and a financial perspective. For instance, smaller cavities and areas of damage can be treated with dental fillings. This type of restoration costs less than treatments such as crowns and root canal therapy, which are designed to resolve more extensive damage. All restorations that preserve teeth cost less than replacing a tooth in its entirety with bridges, dentures, and crowns.
With all of that being said, we appreciate that costs are a concern now more than ever. Ferrari Dental welcomes the opportunity to discuss affordable financial arrangements (such as financing through CareCredit®) with you during a consultation. Call (973) 263-2967 to schedule your visit to our office in Montville, NJ today.
