If you have a damaged tooth—whether from decay, injury, or some other cause—restoring the appearance and function of the tooth is something we should consider. We use various tools and techniques to repair teeth that need a little work.
Fillings
One of the most common restorations we perform, a filling is used to treat a cavity in a tooth. In most cases, we fill cavities using composite resin, a strong, durable tooth-coloured material. Fillings help prevent further damage and decay, and restore the appearance and function of the tooth.
Crowns
A crown is a dental prosthetic—made from a composite material that matches the colour of your natural tooth—that’s like a cap for the tooth that needs to be restored. We typically use crowns when a cavity is too large for a filling to be effective. Crowns are bonded to the natural tooth using a strong dental cement.
Implant crowns
A dental implant crown differs from a regular dental crown as it replaces an entire tooth, including the root. Unlike a crown that sits above the gumline, an implant is inserted into the jawbone, and the crown is attached with a screw. The titanium post serves as a replacement for the missing tooth's roots. Osseointegration, a process where new bone cells grow around the post, ensures a secure connection between the dental implant crown and the bone.
