Restorative Dentist in Amherst, NY
Queen City Family Dentistry proudly serves patients in Amherst, Williamsville, and throughout the Western New York region.
When daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash cannot completely prevent dental issues such as cavities and gingivitis, your restorative dentist will shift from preventive dentistry to restorative work. When the problem lies within the tooth or below the gum line, minor surgical intervention can stave off many of the damaging effects of infection, and there are many options for superficially reshaping the tooth’s surface to provide strength and support. Consult your restorative dentist today if you feel you may need a restorative procedure to restore your mouth to its full function.
Our Restorative Dentist Services Include:
Dental Fillings
Fillings vary according to the size of the cavity. If you have a large cavity, we will administer local anesthesia, drill out the cavity, place a dentine bonding agent in the space, insert the white filling, and harden the filling with light. This procedure is typically straightforward. The cost of a filling depends on how many tooth surfaces it covers. – LEARN MORE
Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a cap that is placed over the tooth to protect it from fracturing after the installation of a filling, significant restoration, or a recent root canal. Crowns can also have a cosmetic appeal.
Dental crowns are needed when teeth have deteriorated both physically and superficially. Crowns protect teeth and reduce the appearance of discoloration. In the majority of our patients, crowns usually last seven to 10 years. However, with careful, routine maintenance, we have seen crowns last far longer than a decade. – LEARN MORE
Dental Implants
An implant is a prosthesis, an artificial appliance, that is used to replace missing teeth. The advantages of implants include their durability and their minimal impact on adjacent teeth. Implants can last a long time—for years or even decades. They can also replace teeth without affecting the surrounding teeth. Implants are composed of three parts: the part that is affixed to the bone, a post, and a crown. – LEARN MORE
Dental Bridges
These structures use the teeth on either side of a missing tooth as anchors for bridges, which are essentially groups of crowns cast together. Dental bridges have fallen out of fashion lately, as implants have become more and more preferred. – LEARN MORE
Dentures & Partials
If you feel that you need dentures, the first thing is to schedule a checkup with your restorative dentist. If all your teeth are significantly infected with periodontal disease or extensive decay, you may be a strong candidate for dentures. However, teeth can be saved, and we prefer to try to save them before considering replacement. – LEARN MORE
If you have questions about your specific dental issue or would just like to schedule your regular check-up, please contact our Buffalo dental office today.