Tooth loss is never enjoyable. Whether you have lost 2 teeth or every tooth in your mouth, it can have an overall impact on your confidence and your mouth’s ability to function correctly. Not only this, but tooth loss causes the gum to recede and can be destabilising for any natural teeth you have surrounding the missing tooth, which may create more aesthetic and functionality issues.

While the world of cosmetic dentistry is all abuzz with talk of dental implants, you may find that you don’t like the sound of the procedure or simply don’t want to undertake such a drastic step. At Garden View Dental, our dentists in Buckinghamshire can offer you the perfect solution to restore tooth function without the need for implants, in the form of restorative dentistry.

What is restorative dentistry?

A combination of providing you with functionality and cosmetic work, restorative dentistry aims to restore the function of your mouth; allowing you to bite into or chew food exactly as you did before you lost your tooth or teeth. Our dentists in Buckinghamshire can provide you with the best option for your tooth loss, which includes the following procedures.

Bonding

Perfect for fixing partially broken teeth, our dentists in Buckinghamshire will decide whether to use a porcelain veneer or a composite material to restore the tooth to its original shape. For incidents of smaller chips or breaks, a small amount of enamel coloured filling material can be used to bond the tooth.

Crowns

A common restoration, crowns are used to protect a broken tooth that has succumbed to extensive decay, damage or that has a very large filling. Crowns are also recommended for teeth that have had root canal treatments performed.

At Garden View Dental Care, we offer porcelain crowns, full gold crowns and post and core crowns.

Bridges

Like mini dentures, bridges are composed of a few false teeth which are fixed through an attachment to surrounding teeth.

If you require a bridge to replace teeth located at the front of your mouth, our dentists will typically use porcelain which will be shade matched, so your bridge is not visibly different from your natural teeth. After a bridge is fitted, we advise you to meet with one of our hygienists to discuss the care procedure required to keep your mouth healthy.

Dentures

When you have lost all of your natural teeth, dentures are the gold standard in restorative dentistry.

We will take an impression of your gums to ensure your denture fits perfectly and can help you with aftercare concerns such as hygiene, speaking and eating techniques while you adapt.

CEREC

Want restorative dentistry accomplished in one visit?

CEREC is a machine that can make crowns, veneers or onlays while you sit in the dental chair, allowing for a more convenient answer to restorative dental work.

If you need some restorative dental work, contact us today at Garden View Dental Care.