Dental Restoration in Laredo TX
It is an iconic landmark of Laredo.
At a City Council meeting in 2015, George Beckelhymer presented the idea of renting the house for $1 a year with the intention of “restoring it to its original grandeur” — after which it would be donated to the city.
Now, almost five years later, it looks like that’s exactly what will happen.
CEREC
CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic) is a technology for fabricating a variety of dental prosthetics, including crowns, inlays, onlays and veneers. Using this method, these restorations can be produced in a single office visit. First, the dentist will prepare the tooth before taking a digital photograph of it that will then be changed into a three-dimensional model of the desired Restoration in Laredo TX. This will be used with CAD/CAM software to create the final prosthetic. The software will send the design to a milling machine that will create it from a solid block of ceramic material. The dentist will check that the result is correct before bonding it to the tooth.
The CAD/CAM process can be very beneficial for patients because it eliminates the need for multiple visits to the dentist’s office. This will save you time and money while also reducing your stress levels. Additionally, the fact that CEREC can produce these restorations quickly will help your mouth heal faster after a procedure.
Inlays and onlays are designed for teeth that are too damaged for a dental filling but not quite bad enough to warrant a full dental crown. This will allow you to keep more of your natural teeth and reduce the amount that needs to be removed during future restorative treatments, such as tooth extractions. Additionally, these porcelain inlays and onlays are metal-free, which will promote healthy tooth structure and gumline.
Single-Visit Tooth Restorations
If you have a tooth that is severely damaged by decay or has a large filling, you can receive an all-porcelain crown in our office and go home with a fully restored smile in a single visit. We will first numb the area with a local anesthetic, eliminating any pain or discomfort you might feel during treatment. Then, we will remove any unhealthy tooth tissue and use our CEREC technology to make the replacement tooth in a few minutes.
After examining the tooth, our dentist will decide on an appropriate Restoration in Laredo TX for your situation based on how much healthy tooth structure is remaining and his clinical judgment. Then, we use an LED camera to scan the tooth and convert it into a digital image on a computer screen. From there, he will design your all-ceramic tooth restoration using CEREC software. Within a few minutes, he clicks a button and sends the design data to a separate machine that will mill the all-ceramic restoration from a ceramic block in about 10 or 30 minutes.
Once the all-porcelain dental restoration is finished, we will bond it to your existing tooth and polish it to ensure a natural-looking appearance. We also offer whitening to enhance the appearance of your smile and help restore any discoloration caused by old fillings or other dental work.
Tooth Implants
Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace the roots of missing teeth. They are surgically placed into the jaw, where they fuse with bone tissue over the course of several months. After a healing period, they can support a single tooth or an entire arch of replacement teeth.
After an initial consultation, our dentists will advise you of your treatment options. They will explain how long the process takes and what you can expect after each step of the dental implant journey. They will also discuss the estimated cost of your treatment.
During your recovery, you may experience some discomfort and mild swelling of the gums or face. Prescription pain relievers can ease this discomfort, if needed. You should avoid certain foods and drinks to protect the implant site from infection. The dentist can prescribe antibiotics if necessary.
Once the implant has healed, you will visit us to have it capped with a new restoration, typically a crown. This crown is modeled on your existing teeth to ensure that it fits seamlessly into your smile. It is also crafted to improve your bite and speech, while protecting the adjacent teeth from further damage. Regular oral hygiene and routine visits to the office can promote the longevity of your implant. These habits can also help prevent gum disease, which can lead to implant failure.
Tooth Replacement
When you have a missing tooth or teeth, a dental implant can help. This three-part restoration has a titanium post that mimics the root of your natural tooth and an artificial replacement tooth that fits right in, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile as normal. Sometimes this treatment takes a few visits to complete.
If you have a damaged or discolored tooth, a porcelain crown may help restore its appearance. These thin shells, which are permanently fixed to your tooth, can cover a broken or misshapen tooth, repair a small cavity, cover a dark stain or discolored tooth, or attach a bridge to replace one or more missing teeth. They can also be used as an alternative to a dental filling.
Dental implants are a popular choice for replacing a single lost tooth, a few missing teeth, or even an entire mouthful of teeth. They provide the same function as natural teeth and are anchored in your jaw bone using titanium posts, with a connector point called an abutment that connects the post to the new restoration, usually a crown.
With proper care, tooth replacements can last a lifetime, so it is important to maintain your oral health. You can do this by visiting your dentist for regular cleanings and checking-ups. Routine cleanings will keep your teeth healthy and remove any buildup that could lead to cavities.