Restoring Missing and Broken Teeth in Victoria
Have you lost or damaged some of your teeth, or is one of your teeth causing you pain? Dr. Crapo & Associates is fully trained to perform restorative dentistry techniques to replace, repair, or treat your teeth. In addition to having many functional benefits, such as allowing you to chew and speak unhindered, dental restorations have cosmetic benefits.
Implants and Dentures
Missing teeth can make everyday activities like eating and smiling difficult or even painful. Dr. Crapo can provide you with several options to replace your missing teeth, such as full or partial dentures, which are a comfortable way to achieve a natural-looking smile. If you’re only missing one tooth, he can replace it with a dental implant, an artificial tooth so sturdy that it’ll last you a lifetime. Dr. Crapo can even give you the best of both worlds with implant-supported dentures as a replacement when all of your teeth are missing.
Inlays, Crowns, and Fillings
Dr. Crapo can repair cracked, decayed, and chipped teeth using a variety of functional and aesthetic restorations. He can use inlays and onlays to repair molars and crowns to replace old caps. He can even replace discoloured or silver fillings with tooth-coloured composite fillings.
Root Canals
If your tooth is infected, we can often save it using root canal therapy and cap it with a crown to make it more solid.
Extractions
If one of your teeth can’t be saved or if your mouth is too crowded, we can extract it safely, efficiently, and without discomfort. Many patients find their surgical procedure to be very comfortable with intravenous (IV) sedation.
Comprehensive Reconstruction Dentistry
Comprehensive reconstruction dentistry, or full mouth reconstruction, restores the form, function, and appearance of most or all teeth. Our doctors conduct a detailed exam with X-Rays, photos, moulds, and measurements to assess your bite and dental health. Afterwards, you’ll have a one-hour consultation to review treatment recommendations. You’re welcome to bring a friend or family member and ask questions to fully understand your options.
Periodontal Disease Treatments
Diseases that affect your gums can cause your teeth to fall out and lead to severe health problems. Our dentists know how to prevent, detect, and treat gum disease.
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Contact Dr. Crapo & Associates to find out more about these restorative dentistry techniques and the ones below.
LANAP® Laser Gum Treatment
One of Dr. Crapo’s treatments for periodontal disease is LANAP® Laser Gum Treatment. This Laser-Assisted New Attachment Procedure uses pulses of laser light to remove bacteria and diseased tissue while preserving healthy tissue. It can eliminate bacterial buildup, close gum pockets, and even facilitate tissue regeneration. Like so many other modern techniques offered at our clinic, this treatment has minimal pain and reduced bleeding and swelling compared to traditional treatments. It also offers faster recovery.
LAPIP® Laser Gum Treatment
Another minimally invasive oral tissue treatment offered in our clinic is LAPIP® Laser Gum Treatment. It removes diseased tissue from failing dental implants, eliminates infection, and reduces pain around implants without cutting or bone grafting. Compared to traditional surgical methods, LAPIP® offers less downtime, minimal bleeding, and faster recovery while helping to protect your implant.
When gum recession causes sensitivity or pain, Dr. Crapo can perform a minimally invasive procedure called the Chao Pinhole® Gum Rejuvenation or Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST). This involves making a tiny hole in the gum tissue and using specialized instruments to gently reposition the gums over receded areas without cutting or sutures. It causes less discomfort and offers a quicker recovery compared to traditional gum grafting techniques. As an added benefit, there is an instant cosmetic improvement to your gum line.
If you are nervous, anxious, or scared about a restorative dentistry procedure, IV sedation can help. Our dentists are trained and certified to offer this effective pain-management option. It allows for a deeper level of sedation than oral sedatives and is particularly useful for lengthy or complex procedures. Your dentist can adjust the level of sedation throughout the treatment to ensure your comfort and responsiveness.
Sometimes called caps, dental crowns are tooth-shaped covers that are placed over damaged or weakened teeth. They are used to protect weak teeth, restore broken teeth, cover misshapen or severely discoloured teeth, or cap dental implants. They restore the shape, size, strength, and appearance of your teeth.
In our restorative dentistry practice, we offer tooth-coloured composite fillings to repair decayed, chipped, or fractured teeth. They bond directly to the tooth structure and therefore do not require the dentist to remove as much healthy tooth material as for amalgam fillings. Composite fillings are durable, aesthetically pleasing, and can be completed in a single visit.