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Rebuild your smile’s health and function with comprehensive restorative treatments tailored to your needs.
Damaged, decayed, or missing teeth affect more than just your appearance. They compromise your ability to eat comfortably, speak clearly, and maintain proper oral health. Each damaged tooth puts additional stress on remaining teeth, potentially leading to a cascade of problems, including jaw pain, bite misalignment, and further tooth loss. If you’ve been adapting your diet, avoiding certain foods, or experiencing discomfort while chewing, restorative dentistry can return full function to your smile.
South Hills Dental Arts takes a comprehensive approach to restorative dentistry, considering how each tooth contributes to your overall oral health system. With 35 years of experience and all treatments available under one roof, we eliminate the need for referrals while ensuring seamless, coordinated care. Our advanced technology, including same-day CEREC restorations and 3D imaging, allows us to restore your teeth efficiently while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible.
Restorative dentistry focuses on repairing or replacing damaged teeth to restore normal function and appearance. Unlike cosmetic dentistry, which primarily addresses aesthetics, restorative treatments prioritize health and function while also improving appearance. With these services, we strive to return your mouth to optimal working condition so you can eat, speak, and smile without limitation or discomfort.
Common restorative procedures include fillings for cavities, dental crowns for severely damaged teeth, bridges to replace missing teeth, dental implants for permanent tooth replacement, root canal therapy to save infected teeth, and dentures for multiple missing teeth. Each treatment addresses specific problems while contributing to overall oral health.
Dental problems rarely resolve on their own and typically worsen without intervention. A small cavity left untreated grows larger, eventually requiring a crown instead of a simple filling. An infected tooth that could be saved with root canal therapy may need extraction if infection spreads. Missing teeth allow remaining teeth to shift, creating bite problems and making future restoration more complex.
Beyond preventing progression, timely restorative treatment prevents complications. Damaged teeth are more susceptible to infection that can spread to other parts of your body. Missing teeth lead to bone loss in your jaw, changing your facial structure over time. Compromised chewing ability affects nutrition and digestion. By addressing problems promptly, we minimize treatment complexity and preserve more of your natural tooth structure.
Accurate diagnosis forms the foundation of effective restorative treatment. Our 3D X-rays reveal hidden problems, like infections, fractures, or bone loss, invisible to the naked eye. Intraoral cameras allow us to show you exactly what we see, making you an active participant in treatment planning. Digital impressions eliminate messy traditional molds while providing more accurate models for restorations.
Our Tekscan digital bite analysis reveals how your teeth come together and distribute forces when chewing. This information proves invaluable when planning restorations, ensuring new crowns or bridges harmonize with your bite rather than creating stress points. By understanding the complete picture of your oral health, we can create restorations that last longer and function better.
Dental crowns serve as protective caps for damaged teeth, restoring strength, function, and appearance. Modern crowns made from high-strength ceramics look and feel like natural teeth while providing superior durability. Our CEREC technology enables same-day crown creation, eliminating temporary crowns and multiple appointments. The digital design process ensures a precise fit and a natural appearance.
Dental bridges replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring to adjacent healthy teeth. The bridge literally bridges the gap, preventing remaining teeth from shifting while restoring chewing function. Modern materials create bridges that blend seamlessly with natural teeth. For patients who aren’t candidates for implants, bridges offer an excellent fixed solution for tooth replacement.
Dental implants are the gold standard for tooth replacement, offering the closest alternative to natural teeth. The titanium implant post fuses with your jawbone, providing stable support for a crown that looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth. Unlike bridges, implants don’t require alteration of adjacent teeth and actually preserve jawbone by providing stimulation similar to natural tooth roots.
Our comprehensive implant services include single-tooth replacement, implant-supported bridges for multiple missing teeth, and All-on-4 solutions for full-arch restoration. Utilizing digital implant planning and 3D imaging, we precisely position implants to achieve optimal function and aesthetics. Our Plasma Rich Growth Factors therapy accelerates healing and improves success rates.
Despite its reputation, modern root canal therapy is a comfortable procedure that saves teeth from extraction. When infection or damage reaches the tooth’s pulp, root canal treatment removes infected tissue, cleans and shapes the canal system, and seals the tooth to prevent reinfection. This preserves your natural tooth, which is always preferable to extraction when possible.
Our advanced techniques and technology make root canals more efficient and comfortable than ever. Digital imaging guides treatment, while rotary instruments clean canals more thoroughly than traditional methods. Our virtually painless anesthesia system ensures comfort throughout the procedure. Most patients report the experience is no more uncomfortable than getting a filling.
Today’s filling materials offer superior aesthetics and durability compared to traditional silver amalgam. Tooth-colored composite resins bond directly to tooth structure, allowing us to remove less healthy tooth material while creating invisible restorations. These materials can repair small to moderate cavities while maintaining your smile’s natural appearance.
For larger restorations, ceramic inlays and onlays provide exceptional strength and longevity. Created using our CAD/CAM technology, these indirect fillings fit precisely and distribute chewing forces evenly. They’re particularly beneficial for teeth with extensive damage that don’t quite need full crowns, preserving more natural tooth structure while providing superior protection.
Complex restorative cases require careful planning and sequencing. We begin by addressing urgent issues, such as pain or infection, and then systematically restore function and aesthetics. Our treatment plans consider your overall health, lifestyle, budget, and long-term goals. We’ll present options with clear explanations of benefits, risks, and costs.
Using Digital Smile Design, we can show you projected results before beginning treatment. This technology helps you understand how different restorative options will affect your appearance and function. We can adjust the plan based on your input, ensuring you’re comfortable with both the process and expected outcome.
Restorative dentistry represents an investment in your oral health that requires proper maintenance. We’ll provide specific care instructions for your restorations. However, general guidelines include maintaining excellent oral hygiene through twice-daily brushing and daily flossing, regular professional cleanings and checkups, avoiding habits such as ice chewing or using teeth as tools, and wearing a night guard if you grind your teeth.
With proper care, modern restorations can last many years. Composite fillings typically last 5-10 years, crowns 10-15 years or longer, and implants can last a lifetime. Regular dental visits allow us to monitor restorations and address any issues before they become major problems.
The impact of restorative dentistry extends beyond oral health. Patients report improved confidence, better nutrition due to restored chewing ability, clearer speech, the elimination of chronic pain, and enhanced overall well-being. By restoring function and eliminating sources of infection or discomfort, we help you enjoy life without limitations imposed by dental problems.
Don’t let damaged or missing teeth compromise your health and happiness. At South Hills Dental Arts, we combine advanced technology with compassionate care to restore your smile’s full potential. Start with our free virtual consultation to explore your restorative options. Contact us today at (412) 924-7432 to schedule your evaluation and take the first step toward optimal oral health, or fill out our contact form to learn more about our comprehensive approach to restoring smiles throughout Pittsburgh.
Dr. Yousef started with bite therapy and then went into study models, provisional staging, and then finals. The results? A beautiful new smile with veneers for this awesome patient!
To restore this patient’s smile back to its true form, Dr. Yousef placed several implants. Dr. Yousef then completed mounted models as well as provisional crowns and final crowns.
Dr. Johnson placed 6 upper anterior crowns, completely restoring this patient’s severely decayed and broken smile.
This patient came to Dr. Johnson with an upper partial and a variety of ill fitting and failing crowns. A set of snap-in dentures on the patient’s upper arch restored their health to its peak form.
Broken and missing teeth kept this patient from smiling with confidence. Dr. Johnson was able to renew the natural form and function of their smile with a set of snap-in denutres on their upper arch.
Before coming to our office, this patient struggled with failing teeth, recession, and bone loss. With a set of upper and lower snap-in dentures, Dr. Johnson was able to completley restore their smile.Before coming to our office, this patient struggled with failing teeth, recession, and bone loss. With a set of upper and lower snap-in dentures, Dr. Johnson was able to completley restore their smile.
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