Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry covers care for teeth that need repair and options for replacing missing teeth. At Layer Dental, this includes crowns, bridges, implants, full and partial dentures, and root canals.
Find the care you need.
Dental Bridges
A fixed replacement for missing teeth supported by neighboring teeth. Planning includes preparation, fit, and cleaning needs.
Dental Crowns
A restoration that covers an existing tooth. Learn about preparation, a temporary crown, and fitting the final restoration.
Dental Implants
Implants placed in the jaw can support a crown, bridge, or denture. Assessment establishes the proposed stages of care.
Full & Partial Dentures
Removable replacements for all or some missing teeth. Discuss fit, adjustments, and the options relevant to your mouth.
Root Canals
Treatment that removes inflamed or infected tissue from inside a tooth, followed by canal cleaning, sealing, and a final restoration.
Understand the proposed next step
A cosmetic consultation is a chance to review your current smile and discuss possible approaches. Ask about the steps, ongoing care, costs, and limitations of each option.
Care that starts with understanding.
Care for an existing tooth
Crowns and root canal treatment address different needs. Your dentist can explain why a particular treatment is being considered and how a final restoration fits into the plan.
Options for missing teeth
Bridges, implants, and dentures involve different approaches to tooth replacement. Discuss the choices relevant to your mouth and preferences at your visit.
A plan you can follow
I have a missing tooth, how do I decide on a replacement?
There are five avenues you can take with a missing tooth (or one that will be missing soon): 1. Nothing (don’t replace it), 2. A removable device, 3. A bridge, 4. An implant or, 5. Move another tooth into its place with orthodontics. Which one is the best one varies wildly from person to person. A complete exam that takes all parameters into account can help make the decision process so much easier.
Can I discuss a damaged tooth before choosing treatment?
Yes. A consultation gives you time to review the findings and ask about the proposed options.