General Dentistry
Dental fillings
To treat a cavity the dentist “fill” the area on the tooth where the decayed material once lived. Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse (such as from nail-biting or tooth grinding). Composite fillings are an attractive option because they can be closely matched to the color of your teeth.
Dental crown and bridges
Here’s a simple way to help decide which is better for you a dental crown or bridge. If the tooth is damaged, but can still be used, a crown is probably best. If the tooth is missing or must be removed entirely, a bridge is probably best. But before you decide, you should talk to your dentis
Inlays / onlays
Inlays and onlays are a form of indirect restoration. This means they are made outside of
the mouth as a single, solid piece, that fits the specific size and shape of the cavity. The
restoration is then cemented in place in the mouth. … An onlay will involve one or more
cusps being covered.
Root canals
Root canals are needed for a cracked tooth from injury or genetics, a deep cavity, or issues from a previous filling. Patients generally need a root canal when they notice their teeth are sensitive, particularly to hot and cold sensations.
There are a few symptoms that mean you might need a root canal—
- Severe pain while chewing or biting
- Pimples on the gums
- A chipped or cracked tooth
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, even after the sensation has been removed
- Swollen or tender gums
- Deep decay or darkening of the gums
Dentures
A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Two types
of dentures are available — complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used
when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some
natural teeth remain.