Restorative Dentistry – Downers Grove, IL
Beautiful Solutions For Broken Teeth & Cavities
No one’s perfect, so absolutely everyone will need some restorative dentistry at some point in their life. Dentique Dental of Downers Grove is able to help patients turn back the clock when it comes to cracked, chipped, and decayed teeth using custom-made restorations that look great and can be trusted to last.
Cavities & Tooth Decay
Cavities, also known as tooth decay or caries, occur when bacteria and acid destroy and penetrate the hard outer layer of the tooth called the enamel, creating a hole. Cavities begin as tiny holes that get bigger and bigger if left untreated. Cavities are caused by a combination of factors, including plaque and bacteria, sipping sugary drinks, eating sugary food, frequent snacking and not cleaning your teeth well every day. At Dentique Dental of Downers Grove, our dentists can diagnose cavities proactively at your routine dental visits and discuss the best ways to prevent cavities like maintaining good mouth health with daily brushing and flossing, using a fluoride toothpaste, and reducing sugary foods and drinks in your diet.
Broken Teeth
Suddenly breaking or chipping a tooth or teeth can be an alarming experience. Dental accidents can happen to anybody, regardless of a person’s oral health. If you find yourself in a situation that results in trauma to your mouth, such as a chipped or broken tooth, seeing your dentist as soon as possible is the most critical thing you can do. There are several ways your dentist can treat a broken tooth in Lemont, depending on how severe the damage is. Some options your dentist may consider are dental crowns, tooth-colored fillings, root canals, veneers, dental implants, and bridges. Treatment varies from case to case, and your dentist will discuss the best options available in your situation.