Do you need help fixing a crown? Dr. Alonso and the Ocean Tide Dental Team in Sarasota FL can help. We fix crowns, re-place crowns that have fallen off or we'll make you new crowns. Using Dental Crowns To Strengthen And Protect A Damaged Natural Tooth Restorative dentistry is important in helping patients maintain their natural teeth as long as possible, enjoying the ability to eat and speak effectively. Teeth with significant damage may benefit from restorations such as dental crowns. What is a dental crown? Dr. Alonso describes a dental crown as a tooth-shaped cap or cover bonded over a tooth to restore its size, strength, shape, and color or to improve its overall appearance. Crowns are used for many different situations. They can hold together parts of a weakened or cracked tooth, cover teeth that have been severely worn down, protect a weak tooth from fracturing, cover misshapen or discolored teeth, and support a large filling when there isn’t enough remaining healthy tooth structure left.

Replace One Or More Missing Teeth With Dental Bridges Patients in the Sarasota area interested in restoring their smiles following tooth loss have several options to consider. While some patients are good candidates for dental implants, others may not be, which is why patients must have a choice. Dr. Alonso and her team are excited to provide a number of different options for those looking to replace missing teeth, including bridges. Bridges are made as fixed or removable restorations to replace one or more teeth in a row. They are an economical option for patients on a budget or with limited reimbursement through their dental insurance plan. What types of bridges are available at Ocean Tide Dental in Sarasota, FL? Ocean Tide Dental, offers a variety of different bridge types to meet the needs of our patients. We have conventional dental bridges, Maryland-bonded bridges, cantilever bridges, and implant-supported bridges. Traditional dental bridges. Conventional dental bridges are made up of two or more crowns placed on either side of a missing tooth space and supported by natural teeth. They are sometimes referred to as fixed bridges. Cantilever bridges. Cantilever bridges are similar to traditional dental bridges but only require one adjacent tooth for support instead of two. Maryland bridge. Maryland bonded bridges use porcelain wings or metal frameworks that attach to existing teeth to fill in the gap left by a missing tooth. Implant bridge. Implant-supported bridges use implants as anchors for the bridge and provide additional support and stability compared to traditional dental bridges.

What Are Dental Inlays And Onlays? Dental inlays and onlays are custom-made restorations used to repair decayed or damaged teeth. Inlays fit inside the cusps of a tooth, while onlays cover one or more cusps. They are created from materials such as composite resin, porcelain, gold, or other materials used in dentistry. Both can be used to replace large portions of tooth structure that cannot be restored with standard fillings alone. Ocean Tide Dental may recommend inlays and onlays as a more conservative option than crowns. How long will my inlays and onlays last? Inlay and onlay restorations provide vital support to your teeth and may last up to ten years or longer with proper care. It is important that you visit Ocean Tide Dental regularly to have your restorations evaluated to ensure they are in good working order. If they are loose, old, or stained, Dr. Alonso may recommend replacement. What can I expect when I get inlays and onlays? Dr. Alonso will evaluate your natural tooth to determine if you are a good fit for inlays and onlays versus composite resin fillings or porcelain dental crowns. The area of decay is prepared with the removal of the decayed tooth enamel. Then, impressions are made and used to create the final restorations, which are bonded in place. Our team will ensure your restoration fits perfectly and matches the shape, size, and color of your other teeth so it looks natural when you smile. Once complete, patients are given aftercare instructions to extend the longevity of their inlays and onlays over time.

Who Can I Visit For Dental Implant Restorations? Do you need to fix your implant? At Ocean TIde Dental in Sarasota FL, Dr. Alonso and team can help. Dental implants are a popular and reliable tooth replacement option for many patients looking to replace missing teeth permanently. Our team at Ocean Tide Dental in Sarasota, FL, does the implant restoration. What happens during the restoration of a dental implant? Dr. Alonso believes that the process of placing and restoring a dental implant typically involves a few steps. Who should consider Dental Implant Restoration? Dr. Alonso will examine your mouth and take x-rays to determine if you are a good candidate for an implant. Surgery. Then, Dr. Alonso's team will schedule you to visit an oral surgeon, during which they will place the implant and make sure it is secure. After this, the surgeon may need to make minor adjustments or add additional material to ensure the implant is fitted correctly in your mouth. This may include placing bone grafts or using special screw posts for extra stability. Abutment creation. The next step involves creating an abutment, which is essentially a connector between the implant and any artificial teeth that will be placed on top of it (e.g., crowns). The abutment holds the artificial tooth in place and acts as a support for it. Restoration. Finally, Dr. Alonso will restore the dental implant by placing an artificial tooth or teeth on top of it, such as a crown, denture, or bridge. Dr. Lervick may also use special materials to ensure the restoration looks natural and matches your other teeth. Once completed, you should have a fully restored smile! Whatever the situation, each step of the process is important to ensure that your dental implant is successful and secure long-term.