Restorative Dentistry
How Can I Fix Teeth That Are Hurt or Worn Down?
Restorative Services
What Do I Do if I Have a Cavity?
Dental Fillings
While fillings are the ideal solution for treating small cavities, bigger ones may need an alternative. If a tooth has become significantly decayed, our team is likely to recommend a custom dental crown, which is designed to fully cover the tooth and protect the existing structure while renewing its appearance, function, and durability.
What is a Tooth-Colored Filling?
Composite Resins
Tooth-colored fillings are made of high-quality composite resin material, which can be shaded to create a precise match for your natural smile. Once sculpted into place, the result is virtually seamless. In addition to the aesthetic benefits, composite resin is also much more flexible, allowing us to preserve more of the tooth’s remaining healthy structure than before, and less sensitive to changes in temperature as well for a more comfortable fit and feel. Their durable, confident nature can serve patients well at Sage Dental Care for many years to come!
Do I Need a Dental Crown or Bridge?
Dental Crowns or Bridges
Dental crowns are designed to completely cover individual teeth, restoring their shape, strength, function, and appearance. These restorations are highly versatile, and our team may recommend them in a number of situations, including the following:
- When a tooth is too decayed to be treated successfully with a filling.
- When a tooth is injured.
- When a tooth is weakened to the point that fracturing is a likely possibility.
- When a tooth has been treated with root canal therapy and needs extra protection.
- When a tooth has noticeable cosmetic imperfections and needs correction.
Alternatively, dental bridges (used in conjunction with crowns) can replace one or more missing teeth in a row within your smile. Many patients prefer bridges to traditional dentures because they’re actually anchored in place for a secure, confident result.
How Can I Replace Missing Teeth?
Dental Implants
Will I Lose My Tooth?
Root Canal Therapy
During root canal therapy, one of our doctors will carefully access the inner pulp of the tooth, removing it in order to replace it with a safe, biocompatible substitute. After cleaning all of the harmful bacteria out of the tooth, the structure will be sealed shut and (in most cases) restored with a custom dental crown or filling. Despite its reputation, root canal therapy isn’t a scary procedure in the least – with today’s advancements in technology and anesthetic, it’s more comfortable than ever!
What Happens if You Can’t Repair My Tooth?
Tooth Extractions
- The tooth has suffered a traumatic, non-recoverable injury
- The patient is experiencing an advanced stage of gum (periodontal) disease
- The tooth is so severely decayed that restorative care can’t correct the problem
- One or more teeth need to be removed to make room for vital orthodontic treatment
We offer Boulder tooth extraction and Lafayette tooth extraction services.
My Back Teeth Hurt. Do They Need To Be Removed?
Wisdom Tooth Extractions