Restorative Dentistry in Poway, CA
Damaged or missing teeth can affect comfort, chewing, speech, confidence, and the health of the remaining smile. Gentle Dentistry of Poway provides personalized restorative treatment to repair teeth, replace missing teeth, and restore stable function.
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Restorative dentistry repairs decayed, cracked, worn, infected, or missing teeth. Treatment may include tooth-colored fillings, inlays, onlays, crowns, bridges, root canal therapy, dentures, dental implants, or a coordinated full-mouth plan.
Restoring health before problems grow
Small dental problems may not cause pain. A weakened filling, crack, or area of decay can become more difficult to treat when it progresses. Early diagnosis may preserve more natural tooth structure and provide more treatment choices.
Our dentists explain what they see, why treatment may be recommended, reasonable alternatives, and what may happen without care. The goal is to help patients make decisions with a clear understanding of function, appearance, durability, maintenance, and cost.
Restorative dental services
Tooth-colored fillings
Composite fillings repair selected areas of decay, wear, or minor fracture. The damaged tooth structure is removed and the material is shaped to restore the tooth. Larger or heavily stressed areas may require a stronger restoration.
Inlays and onlays
Inlays and onlays are custom restorations used when a tooth needs more support than a filling but may not require a full crown. Suitability depends on the amount and location of remaining tooth structure.
Dental crowns
A crown covers and protects a tooth that has been weakened by decay, fracture, a large filling, wear, or root canal treatment. Gentle Dentistry of Poway uses digital technology, including CEREC, when appropriate. Same-day treatment availability depends on the tooth, material, clinical situation, and schedule.
Dental bridges
A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by connecting a replacement tooth to supporting teeth or implants. The dentist compares bridges with implant and removable options based on health, anatomy, goals, and budget.
Dental implants
Dental implants can support a crown, bridge, or denture. Planning may involve examination, CBCT imaging, assessment of bone and gum health, and discussion of surgical and restorative steps. Not every patient is an immediate candidate.
Dentures and implant-supported dentures
Full or partial dentures replace multiple missing teeth. Implant support may improve stability for selected patients. Fit, comfort, chewing, speech, cleaning, tissue changes, and maintenance should be discussed before treatment.
Root canal treatment
Root canal treatment may be used to save a tooth when the pulp is inflamed or infected. The inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed, and a final restoration is often needed to protect the tooth.
Tooth extraction
When a tooth cannot be predictably restored, extraction may be recommended. The dentist explains replacement options and healing considerations when applicable.
Full-mouth rehabilitation
Patients with several damaged, worn, or missing teeth may benefit from a staged plan that combines preventive, periodontal, restorative, implant, orthodontic, and cosmetic care.
Digital planning and comfortable care
Our office may use digital scanning, CBCT 3D imaging, Primescan, CEREC, or other technology when clinically appropriate. Technology supports diagnosis and planning, but every recommendation is still based on the patient's examination, health, and goals.
Information on this website is educational and does not replace an examination, diagnosis, or personalized treatment plan from a licensed dentist. Treatment recommendations, timing, costs, and results vary by patient.
Restorative dentistry FAQs
Review your restorative options
Call Gentle Dentistry of Poway at (858) 485-8420 or request an appointment online. Our team will help you choose the right type of visit and answer questions about scheduling, insurance, and next steps.