Root Canal Newark NJ, Reconstructive Dentistry NJ

Root Canal & Restorative Dentistry Experts in Newark NJ

Reconstructive dentistry, also known as restorative dentistry, repairs or replaces damaged or missing teeth. The goal of restorative dentistry is to restore function. However, one significant side effect of restorative dentistry is that it often improves your appearance.

Restorative dentistry helps your oral health. Often, when you are missing teeth, it is because of gum disease or tooth decay. Restorative dentistry can help eliminate tooth decay from your mouth. We can also treat gum disease to help keep your mouth healthy.

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Dental Fillings

When a tooth develops a cavity or experiences minor damage, dental fillings are used to restore its structure and functionality. Dentists remove the decayed or damaged portion of the tooth and fill it with materials like composite resin, porcelain, or amalgam to prevent further decay and restore the tooth’s appearance.

Dental Bridges

Bridges, on the other hand, replace missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. These restorations improve both aesthetics and oral functionality.

Dentures

Dentures are removable oral appliances used to replace missing teeth and surrounding tissues. They can be complete (replacing all teeth) or partial (replacing a few missing teeth). Dentures help restore proper chewing, speaking, and smiling functions.

Root Canal Therapy

When the pulp inside a tooth becomes infected or inflamed, a root canal procedure may be necessary to save the tooth. Dentists remove the infected pulp, clean the root canals, and seal them with a filling material. This procedure relieves pain and prevents the need for tooth extraction.

Dental Extractions

In cases of severe decay, infection, overcrowding, or trauma, a tooth extraction may be recommended. Dentists skillfully and safely remove the affected tooth, providing appropriate instructions for aftercare and discussing replacement options if necessary.

Dental Implant Restorations

Dental Implant Restorations refer to the process of replacing a missing tooth or multiple missing teeth using dental implants as the foundation. A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically inserted into the jawbone, mimicking the function of a natural tooth root. Once the implant fuses with the bone (a process called osseointegration), it provides a stable and durable base for attaching a dental prosthesis, such as a crown, bridge, or denture.

Full Mouth Reconstruction

Full Mouth Reconstruction, also known as full mouth restoration, is a comprehensive and highly personalized dental treatment plan that addresses multiple dental issues affecting the entire mouth. This treatment is typically indicated when a patient has severe dental problems that affect their oral health, function, and aesthetics. A full mouth reconstruction may include a combination of the following treatments: Dental Implants, crowns, bridges and veneers and orthodontics.

Fixing broken or missing teeth can also encourage better hygiene. It can be challenging to floss or brush when you have damaged teeth. Restoring them helps you take better care of your other teeth. Restorative dentistry can also help align your bite. When you are missing teeth, your other teeth have room to migrate in your mouth. That can result in your teeth shifting out of alignment. More than just a cosmetic issue, a misaligned bite can cause other physical problems. It can lead to additional dental trauma, jaw pain, neck pain, and TMJ issues.

Our teeth are critical for eating, but they are also essential for one of the things that make us human- communication. When your teeth are damaged, talking correctly can be difficult. Restorative dentistry can help restore your ability to speak.

There are multiple types of restoration. We create prosthetic teeth to replace missing ones. Removable prostheses, such as bridges and dentures, are generally less expensive. You can remove them. The process is also usually quicker. Implants are non-removable and virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth. However, the process can be more expensive and time-consuming than removable prosthetic teeth.

If you choose a permanent implant, you may need bone restoration. Tooth loss can occur because of bone loss, and your jaw bone does not naturally regenerate. We can use bone grafts to encourage the growth of bone in your jaws. It can be an essential step for implants to ensure that the bone will be strong enough to hold them. Some people with significant jaw loss may also need bone restoration for their dentures.

We also offer full mouth reconstruction. We can do a full mouth reconstruction if most teeth need significant work. That involves removing your remaining teeth and replacing them with dentures or implants. Depending on the condition of your mouth, this process may take multiple steps. However, if you choose implants, the replacements should last the rest of your life. It improves your appearance and dramatically increases your quality of life.

If you are experiencing tooth loss or damage that negatively impacts your life, we can help. Contact us to schedule a consultation. We will thoroughly examine your teeth and discuss the different restoration options. We will work with your insurer to get as much coverage as possible, and we will work with Care Credit if you need payment options for the remainder of the costs.