Experience The Restorative Power of Dentistry at Parkside Dental!
Has your smile become damaged over the years? If so, you’re in the right place! At Parkside Dental, Dr. Gerald Middleton, Dr. Adria Cate, and the rest of our talented and friendly team are here to help you restore your smile through the power of restorative dentistry. If you are in the Riverside, CA, area, take a moment to reach out to our team to learn more about the restorative dental services we currently offer!
How can restorative dentistry help me reclaim my smile?
Restorative dentistry is crucial in helping individuals reclaim their smiles by repairing and replacing damaged or missing teeth. This branch of dentistry focuses on restoring the teeth’ function, integrity, aesthetics, and overall oral health. Whether due to decay, injury, or wear, restorative treatments can rebuild your smile, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile confidently. Procedures like dental crowns, bridges, dentures, and implants not only improve the appearance of your smile but also ensure that your teeth function properly, which is essential for maintaining good oral health and overall well-being.
What dental treatments/services are considered restorative?
Restorative dentistry includes several treatments and services. Each is designed to address specific dental issues and restore the natural function and appearance of teeth.
Key restorative dental treatments include:
- Composite Fillings: Used to repair cavities and minor tooth damage. Composite fillings can be color-matched to your natural teeth for a seamless look.
- Porcelain Crowns: Caps that replace weak or damaged teeth and restore their strength, size, form, and appearance.
- Bridges: Fixed prosthetic devices that replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent teeth or implants.
- Dentures: Removable appliances that replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues. They can be full (replacing all teeth) or partial (replacing some teeth).
- Dental Implants: Titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone to act as a foundation for replacement teeth. Implants offer a permanent solution for missing teeth.
- Root Canal Therapy: A procedure to save and repair a severely damaged or infected tooth by removing the infected pulp, cleaning the canal, and sealing it.
- Inlays and Onlays: Fillings made to order for teeth with moderate decay or damage but not enough damage to necessitate a crown.
What’s the difference between restorative and preventative dentistry?
Restorative and preventative dentistry are both essential for maintaining oral health, but they serve different purposes:
- Preventative Dentistry focuses on maintaining healthy teeth and gums and preventing dental issues before they occur. This includes routine dental check-ups, professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and patient education on proper oral hygiene practices.
- Restorative Dentistry works to fix damaged or missing teeth and return them to their original form and function. This includes restorative procedures for the patient’s oral health, such as fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures.
Does dental insurance typically cover all or a portion of the cost of a restorative dental treatment?
Dental insurance coverage for restorative treatments varies by plan and provider. Generally, most plans cover a portion of the cost, but the extent of coverage can differ.
We recommend that our patients review the details of their specific dental insurance plan and consult with our office to understand the extent of coverage and any out-of-pocket expenses. Financing options and payment plans may also be available to help manage the costs of restorative dental treatments.
Schedule Your Appointment Today!
If you are ready to restore your smile to a state of health and beauty, please get in touch with our Riverside, CA office today by calling (951) 688-3442.
