A veneer can restore a tooth with a small chip or crack if it is only slightly damaged. Veneers are thin shells placed on top of natural teeth and commonly used for front tooth restorations. Placing a veneer is similar to working with a dental crown, only with less tooth preparation. If you live in St. Helena, schedule an appointment so that we can discuss both options with you.

We use tooth-colored fillings at St. Helena Dental Studio to restore cavities. Once we remove the decayed area of the tooth, a filling replaces the enamel that has been lost. Traditionally, dental restorations were done using silver amalgam. Still, we can use natural materials to complete them, so no one can tell you have cavities when you smile.

When a tooth has lost much of its enamel, it is best to get a dental crown. This type of restoration completely covers the tooth, allowing patients to bite down without hesitation or fear of causing further damage. Crowns can be used following a root canal or when the tooth is severely cracked or chipped. With us, various materials are available for dental crowns, from all-ceramic to all-metal and ceramic-on-metal - so you won't have to worry about your restored smile looking artificial.