What is Restorative Dentistry?

Experiencing dental trauma can be scary and overwhelming. At Thayer Dental Care, we can help restore any damage that your teeth have been through with our restorative dental services. Sometimes, with severely damaged teeth, the best option is to remove the tooth or teeth and replace them with a new artificial solution. 

Not only does Restorative Dentistry in Thayer MO help restore the look of your smile, but it can also help improve your overall oral health. Our office offers different restorative procedures that can help you in almost any situation. Please see below for details: 

• Fillings: We commonly use tooth-colored fillings after a cavity has been removed from the tooth and needs to be filled. The composite resin material provides a strong fix that can withstand the daily pressures of your teeth. 
• Dental Crowns: After a severe cavity is removed and has left less than half of your natural tooth standing, it may not be easy to fix with a simple filling. Dental crowns are artificial tooth caps made to take the new shape and function of a chipped or missing tooth. The crown is custom-made and bonded to the remaining portion of your regular tooth. At Thayer Dental Care, we even offer same-day dental crowns!
• Dental Implants: Once you are missing a tooth or have to get one pulled, the best way to restore your smile is through a dental implant. Dental implants consist of two main components. The metal implant is placed into your jawbone surgically and functions as the tooth’s new root. The second part is the tooth crown. Just like the crowns used for major cavities, implant crowns are custom-made to fit your smile and then are secured onto the implant. 
• Dentures: When your natural teeth have started to deteriorate or fall out, you can restore your entire smile with a fresh set of dentures. Dentures are made of artificial teeth and gums that can be secured in your mouth to restore your full smile. 

Preventing the Need for Restorative Dentistry

Restoring your smile is our pleasure at Thayer Dental Care, but we also want to help you protect your teeth from further problems. Attending your twice-a-year cleanings and taking proper care of your teeth at home can help you prevent cavities and keep your teeth healthy and strong. 

We suggest wearing an athletic mouthguard if you regularly participate in physical activities. Mouthguards are thick dental plastic that protects your teeth and tongue during sports and other intense activities. Athletic mouthguards help prevent your teeth from breaking or getting knocked out due to physical trauma. 

Exceptional Restorative Dentistry in Thayer MO

Don’t neglect your teeth! If you are in the Thayer, Missouri, area, we want you to know that we are here to help you with whatever restorative or other dental procedure you may need. 

You don’t have to put up with damaged or stained teeth anymore. We can help you restore your smile and feel more confident about yourself. Schedule an appointment today and see how we can help you!

Please call us to learn more about our services or to set up a consultation. Dr. Samir Patel, Dr. Chyrelle Blount, and the Thayer Dental Care team look forward to helping you restore your smile!