Restore Your Smile’s Health, Function, and Appearance
Are you suffering from missing or damaged teeth affecting your confidence and quality of life? Our restorative dentistry services can help restore your smile and oral health. At Fountain City Smiles, Dr. Patel, one of the best dentists in Knoxville, TN, offers comprehensive dental restorations to help transform your smile and your life. We proudly welcome patients from Marble City, North Knoxville, and Amherst.
What Is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry is a branch of dentistry that focuses on repairing and restoring damaged, decayed, or missing teeth. The goal of restorative dentistry is to improve oral health, function, and aesthetics by replacing or repairing damaged teeth, gums, and other oral structures.
Our Restorative Dentistry Treatments
Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are restorations that cover the entire visible portion of a damaged tooth. Crowns can be made of porcelain, metal, or a combination of materials and are used to strengthen and protect weak or damaged teeth. Crowns can also improve the tooth’s appearance and restore proper bite alignment.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a popular restorative dentistry option for replacing missing teeth. Implants are surgically placed in the jawbone and support a single or full set of replacement teeth. Implants can restore proper chewing and speaking function, prevent bone loss, and improve your smile’s appearance.
Dental Bridges
Dental bridges help bridge the gap between a missing tooth. They’re designed to blend seamlessly with the rest of your natural smile and allow complete functionality.
Financing Your Restorative Dental Treatment at Fountain City Smiles
At Fountain City Smiles, we provide various financing options to assist patients in making restorative dentistry procedures more accessible. We accept most insurance plans and collaborate with patients to make the most of their benefits. In addition, we offer third-party financing alternatives through CareCredit and Sunbit for patients without insurance coverage. If you wish to learn more about financing alternatives, please contact our Knoxville office at (865) 687-8670.
Frequently Asked Questions
Restorative dentistry can offer numerous benefits, such as:
- Improved oral health
- Enhanced appearance
- Better function
- Cost-effective solutions
- Customized restorations
- Long-term solutions
The longevity of tooth restoration depends on various factors, including the type of restoration, the location of the tooth, and the patient’s oral hygiene habits. Generally, tooth restorations like fillings, crowns, and bridges can last several years or even decades if maintained properly. Dental implants can last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance.
Not at all! Restorative dentistry procedures are usually performed with the patient under local anesthesia, which numbs the area and reduces pain and discomfort. Some treatments may cause mild soreness or sensitivity, but this can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers or prescribed medication.
The duration of a restorative dentistry procedure depends on the complexity of the case, the type of procedure, and the patient’s needs and preferences. Simple procedures may take a few minutes, while more complex treatments can take a couple of visits.
