What Restorative Dentistry Addresses
This branch of dentistry addresses a wide range of issues that impact tooth structure and function. Some issues develop slowly over time, like cavities that gradually eat away at enamel. Others happen suddenly, such as a cracked tooth from biting down on something hard or trauma from an accident.
Dr. Borton evaluates each situation individually to determine which treatment approach makes the most sense. Factors like the extent of damage, location of the affected tooth, your budget, and your personal preferences all play a role in creating the right treatment plan.
Digital X-rays and intraoral cameras help reveal the full scope of damage, including problems that aren’t visible during a regular examination. This comprehensive assessment ensures nothing gets overlooked and your treatment addresses all the issues affecting your oral health.
Fillings That Blend and Protect
Cavities remain one of the most common dental problems, but modern restorative dentistry offers solutions that are both effective and virtually invisible. Dr. Kyle Borton uses tooth-colored composite fillings that match your natural tooth shade perfectly, so your restored teeth blend seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
The process involves removing decayed portions of the tooth, cleaning the area thoroughly, and filling the space with composite resin material. This material bonds directly to your tooth structure, providing strength and sealing out bacteria that could cause further decay. Unlike older metal fillings, composite fillings don’t expand and contract with temperature changes, reducing the risk of cracks developing over time.
Small to medium-sized cavities respond beautifully to this treatment. You leave our Shelby Township office with a fully functional tooth that looks completely natural, and the entire procedure typically takes less than an hour.
Dental Crowns for Comprehensive Protection
When a tooth has extensive decay, a large existing filling, or significant structural damage, a filling alone won’t provide adequate support. Dental crowns cover the entire visible portion of a tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance while protecting it from further harm.
Dr. Borton prepares the tooth by removing damaged areas and reshaping it to accommodate the crown. Detailed impressions capture the exact dimensions needed for your custom crown, which gets fabricated in a dental laboratory using high-quality materials like porcelain, ceramic, or zirconia.
Modern crowns look incredibly realistic, mimicking the translucency and color variations found in natural teeth. Once cemented in place, a crown can last fifteen years or longer with proper care, making it an excellent investment in your oral health.
Bridges That Fill the Gaps
Missing teeth create problems beyond cosmetic concerns. Adjacent teeth can shift into the empty space, your bite alignment can change, and bone loss often occurs in the area where the tooth root used to stimulate the jawbone. Dental bridges prevent these complications by filling gaps with custom prosthetic teeth.
Traditional bridges use crowns on the teeth flanking the gap to support one or more artificial teeth in between. The entire restoration is crafted as a single unit that gets cemented permanently in place. This approach works well when the neighboring teeth already need crowns or have significant existing fillings.
Dr. Kyle Borton takes precise measurements and selects shades that match your natural teeth, ensuring your bridge looks like a seamless part of your smile. With proper care, including diligent cleaning around the bridge, this restoration can serve you well for many years.
Root Canal Therapy Saves Teeth
Despite their reputation, root canals are actually restorative procedures that save teeth from extraction. When decay or injury reaches the pulp inside a tooth, infection develops and causes severe pain. Without treatment, the infection spreads and the tooth eventually dies.
Dr. Borton removes the infected pulp tissue, cleans and disinfects the inner chambers of the tooth, and seals everything with a rubber-like material. A crown typically tops off the treatment to protect the now-hollow tooth from fracturing. The entire process relieves pain and allows you to keep your natural tooth rather than dealing with the complications of tooth loss.
Modern techniques and anesthesia make root canal therapy much more comfortable than most people expect. Many patients report that the procedure itself causes less discomfort than the toothache that brought them in for treatment.
Dentures for Multiple Missing Teeth
When you’re missing several teeth or all your teeth on an arch, dentures offer a practical restorative solution. These removable appliances restore your ability to eat and speak while supporting your facial structure and improving your appearance.
Partial dentures replace some missing teeth while clasping onto remaining natural teeth for stability. Complete dentures replace all teeth on the upper or lower arch. Dr. Borton takes careful impressions and measurements to create dentures that fit comfortably and look natural.
Custom dentures from Regency Family Dental are designed specifically for your mouth, providing better fit and function than generic alternatives. We’ll make any necessary adjustments to ensure your dentures feel comfortable and work properly.
Investing in Your Oral Health
Restorative dentistry represents more than just fixing problems—it’s an investment in your long-term health and quality of life. Addressing dental issues promptly prevents them from escalating into more serious and expensive complications down the road.
Dr. Kyle Borton and the team at Regency Family Dental approach every restoration with attention to detail and commitment to excellence. We use quality materials, proven techniques, and advanced technology to deliver results that stand the test of time.
Don’t let damaged or missing teeth hold you back from enjoying life fully. Contact our Shelby Township office today to discuss your restorative dentistry options. Whether you need a simple filling or a comprehensive treatment plan, we’ll create solutions that restore your smile’s health, function, and beauty. Your best smile is within reach—let’s make it happen.