Restorative dentistry is a branch of dental care that deals with repairing and replacing damaged or missing teeth. It can correct various problems, from small chips and cracks to complete tooth loss. Many different restorative dental treatments are available at our St. Helena Dental Studio, each with unique advantages. The most common procedures include dental implants, bridges, crowns, veneers, and dentures. Our dentist will work with you to determine the best option for your needs. Discuss your problems with our team for dentistry services, including restorative dental procedures.
Restorative Dentistry in St Helena

We Specialize in the Following Restorative Dental Work

Our team of dentists and surgeons focuses on restoring teeth damaged or lost due to decay, trauma, or other factors. Here are some common treatments under restorative dental services:

Fillings: We use this procedure to restore teeth damaged by decay. The decayed portion of the tooth is removed, and the area is filled with a composite resin material.

Crowns: We use dental crowns to restore teeth that are severely damaged or weakened. They are custom-made to fit over the tooth, providing strength and protection.

Bridges: Our dentists use these to replace one or more missing teeth. They are anchored to the adjacent teeth and are designed to look and function like natural teeth.

Implants: We offer dental implants to replace missing teeth. They are surgically implanted into the jawbone, and a crown is attached to the implant.

Dentures: Dentures are used to replace multiple missing teeth. They are custom-made to fit the patient's mouth and can be removed for cleaning.

Root Canals: These are used to treat infected or inflamed tooth pulp. The infected tissue is removed, and the tooth is sealed to prevent further infection.

Bonding: To repair chipped or cracked teeth, we provide bonding solutions. A composite resin material is applied to the tooth and shaped to match the surrounding teeth.

Veneers: We use them to improve the appearance of stained, chipped, or misshapen teeth. They are custom-made shells that are bonded to the front of the tooth.

Overall, restorative dentistry includes different treatment options to restore teeth to their natural function and appearance.

Treatments We Offer When You Contact Us for Periodontics

Periodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry that focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases affecting the supporting structures of the teeth, including the gums, bone, and connective tissues. Some of our common treatments include:

Scaling and Root Planing: This non-surgical treatment involves removing plaque and tartar from the teeth and roots and smoothing the root surfaces to prevent bacteria from adhering to them.

Periodontal Surgery: In severe cases of periodontal disease, surgery may be necessary to clean and remove damaged tissue, reshape the bone, and regenerate lost tissue.

Gum Graft Surgery: This procedure treats receding gums and involves taking tissue from another part of the mouth and grafting it onto the area with the receding gums.

Dental Implants: Implants are a popular treatment option for replacing missing teeth. They involve surgically placing a titanium post into the jawbone and attaching a replacement tooth.

Pocket Reduction Surgery: This procedure involves folding back the gums and removing bacteria and tartar from deep pockets around the teeth.

Bone Grafting: It involves placing bone or a bone-like material into an area of the jawbone damaged by periodontal disease to encourage the growth of new bone tissue.

These are just a few treatments our periodontists offer patients in St. Helena.

All-on-4® Versus Dentures

There are several ways in which All-on-4® implants are better than dentures. Patients take care of All-on-4® implants in the same way they care for their natural teeth by brushing each day. The implants also operate in the same way as natural teeth, so the patient does not have to be cautious of what he or she eats. Along with the fact that patients do not have to remove All-on-4® implants when eating or cleaning the teeth, there is also no need for uncomfortable wires or brackets to hold the implants in place. Even more importantly for patients, the dental implants allow anyone to eat what the heart desires. You do not have to worry about hot or cold affecting your dentures. You also can bite down with up to 70 percent more force, which allows you to eat the foods that you love. Finally, All-on-4® implants look exactly like your natural teeth. No one will be able to tell that you are wearing a dental prosthetic. From a dental health perspective, it is important to note that when you have All-on-4® implants, it is going to prevent bone deterioration in the jawbone and ultimately restore your facial features by fighting resorption. The process of resorption involves the implants stimulating the jaw to send a message to the body that the jaw is supporting teeth once again. Resorption will help the jawbone to regain some of the mass that it has lost previously. Many of our patients who visit our office notice a difference in their facial structure as a result.

Book an Appointment with Our Office for Restorative Dental Services

Dental implants are one of the most popular options for replacing missing teeth. They are made from titanium posts that are surgically implanted into the jawbone. Once in place, they can support artificial teeth (crowns) or stabilize dentures. Call St. Helena Dental Studio for prompt services with modern restorative dentistry, no matter how minor or major your dental issues are.
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The Process of Getting All-on-4® at St. Helena Dental Studio

Typically, the surgery takes approximately two hours and 30 minutes per arch. We can install your All-on-4® implants on your upper, lower, or both arches at the same time. While a dentist may make the process look easy, the surgery is a complex procedure that we can complete at an efficient pace. The process of getting All-on-4® implants can be laid out in four steps:
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A detailed examination where we will look at your records, existing conditions, whether you have a denture, what your facial structure needs are, and any other factors that may come into play when placing your implants.
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Typically involves CT scans, which are 3D pictures, of the jawbone. The scans include the positions of the replacement teeth, while also giving us critical information about where the bone sinuses and nerves are located for the implants.
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Involves creating a computer simulation of the implants, which we digitally position into the jawbone at the appropriate location to give you the most support from your replacement teeth. We can adjust the implants as need be and fabricate your new set of teeth for your needs.
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Finally, the most important step is the oral surgery. During surgery, we will provide you with anesthesia and then place the implants directly into your jawbone to secure your new set of teeth in place.