Restorative Dentistry

What is restorative dentistry?

Restorative dentistry involves bonding your teeth with a composite resin filling to repair cavities, change shape or change color. Restorative dentistry seeks to repair your natural teeth in order to return your mouth to full functionality and aesthetic balance.

When is restorative dentistry used?

Dr. Rassner uses bonding primarily for restoration of cavities. Bonding materials used at Woodlake Dental are color matched to your teeth to provide a natural appearance Restorative dentistry can also be used to replace old silver amalgam fillings if they are loose or if you desire a more natural looking material.

What is the procedure for restorative dentistry?

The procedure for tooth restoration involves removing tooth material that may be decayed or discolored to make room for the bonding material. Once the tooth is prepared the bonding material is mixed and color matched to your tooth. The bonding material is then applied to the prepared tooth and cured. Final adjustment of the bonding material is done to insure correct occlusion with other teeth.