In modern dentistry, our aim is to restore teeth rather than extract them.

1. Restoration of decayed teeth

2. Reconstruction of fractured or worn teeth

3. Construction of crowns and bridges to replace missing or fractured teeth

4. Insertion of implants to replace teeth which have been lost or are congenitally absent

Crowns

A dental crown, also commonly called a cap is a restoration which covers the entire tooth. It is a one piece structure that sits over the tooth providing structural integrity and has the outward appearance of a tooth.

Crowns today are made from a variety of differing substances. Selection of a particular type of crown should be based upon factors such as function, strength and aesthetics. All-ceramic crowns are the restoration of choice for cosmetic dentistry because they have a translucence similar to that of natural teeth enabling a very desirable effect.

Bridges

Bridging is an alternative method of replacing missing teeth. To construct a bridge, adjacent teeth are reduced to allow crowns to be fitted and the bridge span is attached to these crowns.

Implants

Titanium implants are inserted in the location of the missing teeth. Crowns are then attached to these implants to give the appearance of natural teeth.

Implants can also be used to provide attachment for removal dentures. In cases where a patient wears false teeth, as few as three or four implants can provide secure anchorage for a full denture in either upper or lower arch.