When your tooth suffers damage from decay, injury, or wear, you may lose function and appearance. This loss can affect your daily life in unexpected ways. Simple activities, like eating your favorite foods or smiling confidently, become stressful. Untreated dental issues can also lead to more serious oral health problems over time.
At Newport Beach Dental Center, Dr. Laura Sharbash, DDS, FAGD, D.ABDSM, provides restorative dentistry services that rebuild damaged teeth while maintaining your oral health. As a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and member of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry, Dr. Sharbash combines proven techniques with modern technology to restore both the function and appearance of your smile.
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Restorative dentistry encompasses treatments designed to repair or replace damaged teeth. These procedures aim to restore proper function while improving the aesthetic appearance of your smile.
Common restorative dentistry options include:
According to the American Dental Association, the average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth, making restorative care a common need for many patients. Each treatment addresses specific dental concerns while preserving as much of your natural tooth structure as possible.
Dental crowns serve as protective caps that cover and strengthen teeth weakened by large cavities, cracks, or previous dental work. The American Dental Association notes that crowns can strengthen teeth with large cavities when there isn’t enough of the healthy tooth to hold the filling, and they can also be used to attach dental bridges or protect weakened or broken teeth.
At Newport Beach Dental Center, we offer same-day crowns and bridges using advanced CEREC technology. This system allows Dr. Sharbash to design, create, and place your restoration in a single appointment, eliminating the need for temporary crowns and multiple visits. The ceramic material matches your natural tooth color while providing durability for long-term function.
If you have a severely damaged, decaying tooth or a serious tooth infection, Dr. Sharbash may recommend a root canal treatment. According to the American Dental Association, root canals are used to repair and save your tooth instead of removing it. During this procedure, infected or damaged pulp tissue is removed from inside the tooth, the interior is cleaned and disinfected, and the space is filled with a biocompatible material.
Many patients fear root canal therapy due to misconceptions about pain, but modern techniques and anesthesia make the procedure comfortable. The treatment eliminates infection while preserving your natural tooth structure, which remains superior to replacement options in terms of function and long-term oral health.
Dr. Sharbash’s membership in the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry reflects her commitment to tooth-conserving techniques. Biomimetic dentistry focuses on mimicking the natural properties of teeth, using materials and methods that work with your tooth’s biology rather than against it. This approach often allows for more conservative preparations that preserve healthy tooth structure while providing effective restoration.
Missing teeth affect more than just appearance. They can cause adjacent teeth to shift, lead to bone loss in the jaw, and make it difficult to eat certain foods. Replacement options depend on the number and location of missing teeth, as well as your overall oral health.
Dental bridges span the gap left by one or more missing teeth, using adjacent teeth as anchors. For patients missing multiple teeth or seeking a more permanent solution, dental implants provide artificial tooth roots that integrate with your jawbone, supporting individual crowns or bridges with stability comparable to that of natural teeth.
When plaque constantly forms on teeth, and you eat or drink anything with sugar, the bacteria creates acids that attack your enamel and can form cavities over time, according to the American Dental Association. Treating cavities promptly prevents them from growing larger and potentially requiring more extensive treatment.
Modern dental fillings come in several materials. Tooth-colored composite resin blends seamlessly with your natural tooth appearance, providing effective restoration for small to medium-sized cavities. These fillings bond directly to tooth structure, requiring less removal of healthy tooth material than traditional amalgam options.
Restorative treatments do more than fix immediate problems. They help maintain the alignment of your bite, prevent additional tooth loss, and protect remaining teeth from excessive wear or damage. When teeth function properly together, they distribute chewing forces evenly, reducing stress on individual teeth and jaw joints.
Early intervention with restorative care typically requires less extensive treatment than waiting until problems worsen. Small cavities can be treated with simple fillings, while ignoring decay may eventually necessitate root canal therapy or extraction. Regular dental examinations allow Dr. Sharbash to identify and address issues before they progress to more serious stages.
Newport Beach Dental Center provides comprehensive restorative dentistry to help you maintain healthy, functional teeth throughout your life. Dr. Laura Sharbash’s advanced training as a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine ensures you receive care based on modern techniques and research.
Whether you need a simple filling to treat a cavity or more extensive work, we create personalized treatment plans that address your specific dental concerns. Call (949) 760-9212 or complete our contact form to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward restoring your smile’s health and function.
