At Acre Wood Dental in Gatesville, TX, we offer top restorative dentistry treatments to repair and replace teeth that have been damaged, decayed, or lost, to restore the function, comfort, and natural appearance of your smile. Our experienced dentists offer a comprehensive range of restorative treatments that are customized to meet each patient's needs.
Our team utilizes advanced dental technology and digital imaging tools to ensure precise, efficient, and high-quality restorative care. Before any restorative treatment is provided, we will conduct a thorough consultation to determine the best restorative options to bring back the health and beauty of your smile.
Our top restorative dentistry treatments in Gatesville, TX include:
Dental Implants
Dental implants
stand out as a premier, long-term solution for replacing missing teeth, offering unparalleled stability and a natural feel. The process begins with the precise surgical placement of a biocompatible titanium post directly into your jawbone. Over time, through a process called osseointegration, this post fuses securely with the bone, essentially becoming a new artificial "root" for your replacement tooth. Once this integration is complete, the implant can support a variety of restorations, including individual crowns, multi-tooth bridges, or even full dentures, providing replacement teeth that are remarkably similar to your natural teeth in terms of appearance, function, and feel.
The benefits of dental implants extend beyond just replacing the visible portion of a missing tooth. Unlike traditional bridges, implants do not require altering adjacent healthy teeth for support, thus preserving your natural tooth structure. By stimulating the jawbone, implants help to prevent the bone resorption (loss) that commonly occurs after tooth loss, contributing to the long-term health and integrity of your jaw. This stability translates to enhanced comfort and confidence when chewing, speaking, and smiling!
All-on-5 Implants
For patients facing the challenge of losing all or most of their teeth in either the upper or lower arch, the All-On-5 dental implant technique presents a groundbreaking and often more efficient solution. The innovative All-On-5 approach with us at Acre Wood Dental typically involves the strategic placement of just four dental implants within each arch. These implants are precisely positioned, often with the posterior implants angled, to maximize contact with the existing bone, frequently eliminating the need for extensive and time-consuming bone grafting procedures. Following implant placement, a custom-designed, full-arch fixed prosthetic (new set of teeth) can often be attached on the same day, leading to the commonly referred to term, "Teeth-in-a-Day." This provides a stable, non-removable set of teeth that restores your smile's appearance and your ability to eat and speak naturally, often at a more streamlined cost and with a quicker overall treatment timeline compared to using individual implants for each missing tooth.
Dental Crowns
At Acre Wood Dental in Gatesville, TX, we offer long-lasting tooth restoration with state-of-the-art dental crowns. Dental crowns act as a protective cap or cover for teeth affected by damage or decay, restoring their strength, shape, and appearance.
Our crowns are made with high-quality materials like porcelain, ceramic, and biocompatible zirconia. Each crown is custom-shaded to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. If you have a cracked, broken, or severely worn-down tooth, a dental crown can provide the necessary support to prevent further tooth damage and preserve your oral health.
Dentures
Acre Wood Dental in Gatesville, TX, provides comprehensive denture solutions for patients experiencing tooth loss. For those missing all teeth in the upper or lower arch, we offer custom-fitted complete dentures designed for comfortable wear and natural appearance. If you still have some natural teeth, partial dentures are available to fill in the gaps and prevent the remaining teeth from shifting. Both complete and partial dentures are crafted with prosthetic teeth on a gum-colored base to restore your smile and improve chewing and speaking abilities.
For enhanced stability and long-term oral health, we also offer implant-supported dentures. These dentures anchor to dental implants placed in your jawbone, providing a secure fit that eliminates the slipping and movement often associated with traditional removable dentures. While removable options might be used temporarily during other restorative procedures, our primary focus is on providing stable, functional, and natural-looking permanent tooth replacement solutions to improve your quality of life. Our dental team will thoroughly evaluate your needs to recommend the most suitable denture option for you!
Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a restoration used to replace one or more missing teeth by literally "bridging the gap" between the remaining teeth or dental implants. We offer two main types of dental bridges: traditional and implant-supported.
- Traditional Dental Bridge: A traditional dental bridge typically consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) that are held in place by dental crowns cemented onto the adjacent natural teeth, which are called abutment teeth. These abutment teeth need to be prepared to receive the crowns. Traditional bridges are a common, effective way to restore your smile's appearance and function when you have healthy teeth on either side of the gap.
- Implant-Supported Bridge: An implant-supported bridge is used when there are multiple missing teeth or when the adjacent teeth are not strong enough to support a traditional bridge. Instead of relying on natural teeth, an implant-supported bridge is anchored to dental implants that have been surgically placed in the jawbone. This provides a very stable and long-lasting foundation for the bridge. Typically, one implant is placed for each missing tooth, or sometimes a few implants can support a larger bridge. Implant-supported bridges don't require altering adjacent natural teeth and can help prevent bone loss in the area of the missing teeth.
Schedule Your Restorative Dentistry Consult in Gatesville
Ready to restore your smile? Our diverse selection of restorative dentistry treatments is designed to provide what you need for a strong, complete smile. Contact us today to get started by scheduling your restorative dentistry consultation!
