Restorative Dentistry in Lafayette, CA

Restorative dentistry is designed to help you reclaim a healthy, beautiful smile after damage, decay, or tooth loss. It can restore the structure of your teeth and gums so you can speak and normally eat again. This field of dentistry focuses on rebuilding and fixing the smile. When you have a cavity or fractured tooth, you may need a filling or a dental crown to restore your tooth to full function and health. These treatments can prolong your life by protecting your oral health. Dr. Meshkin in Lafayette, CA, offers these popular restorative procedures at Lala Dental.

Fillings

A filling is used to fill small cavities in a tooth caused by decay. After removing the decayed parts of the tooth, we will fill the space with a resin composite material. This material is the same color as your teeth and will blend in seamlessly. It will protect the portion of the tooth that is still healthy from further decay.

Crowns

When a tooth decays or breaks all the way through the tooth structure, you will need a crown to repair it. A crown covers the entire visible surface of the tooth to insulate it from excess wear and tear. It will also restore it to full function so you can eat and speak normally again.

Dental Bridge

A dental bridge is a partial denture that replaces one to three missing teeth in a row. It is a fixed appliance that is bonded to neighboring teeth for support. The bridge is used to restore a patient’s smile, prevent shifting of the surrounding teeth, and maintain proper bite alignment.

Inlays & Onlays

If the damage is more extensive than a filling but less extensive than a full crown, an inlay or an onlay may be a better option. These restorations are similar to fillings but are fabricated in a dental lab and then fitted into your mouth to replace larger areas of tooth decay. They are a long-lasting solution.

Root Canal Therapy

If you have a severely infected or inflamed tooth, you may need root canal therapy to save it. During this treatment, we remove damaged nerve tissue from the tooth and seal the pulp chamber to prevent further infection. We then place a crown over the tooth to protect it from further damage, including the need for tooth extraction in the future.

Dr. Meshkin will work with you to determine the ideal restoration option for your unique situation. With proper oral hygiene and routine trips to the Dr. Meshkin's office for regular cleanings and exams, you can maintain a beautiful, healthy smile for many years to come!

To learn more, book an appointment with Dr. Meshkin in Lafayette, CA, call us at (925) 385-8858, or visit us at 895 Moraga Rd Suite 6, Lafayette, CA 94549.