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Dr. David A. Smith

David A Smith

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12188-A North Meridian Street, Suite 355,
Carmel, IN 46032
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Restoration Options to Save Your Smile

By on July 29, 2015

At Really Smile, one of our major goals is to help you have a smile that will last you for the rest of your life. Ideally, that means having all of your natural teeth, but that isn’t always possible. It is very common for teeth to need work along the way to restore them back to function. We call these tooth restorations, and we have some of the best available in Carmel, IN.

As your teeth age and perform their daily duties, damage happens. Whether a cavity, a broken tooth, or a completely lost tooth, we need to repair the area and restore the tooth so that you can continue to chew, speak, and smile with confidence.

Let’s take some time today to look at dental restorations and how they work with your teeth in the most natural and comfortable way possible. The idea is for you to not notice the restoration in your mouth, and that’s our goal every time we sit down to place something in a patient’s mouth.

Why a Quality Restoration is Important

Having a restoration you can count on is really important. You want to know that the restoration is going to stay securely in your mouth so that you can go on with your life without worrying any longer! Over the past decade, restorations have taken a complete turn. New restorations are very exciting, and we can’t wait to tell you more about them!

Composite Fillings
When you have a cavity, it is important that we stop the progression of decay and restore your tooth back to its complete strength. In the past, dentists relied on a metal mixture called amalgam to fill the empty space and restore your tooth. Some dentists still use amalgam today, but the material can cause problems. It is known to weaken teeth over time, looks bad in your smile, and contains mercury, which is concerning for many patients.

Benefits
The use of composite material eliminates the concerns listed above. Made of a resin material, composite fillings are safe for your teeth and look great! We can match the material to the exact shade of your teeth. Because it is a bonding material, composite fillings will work to strengthen your teeth, so you know this restoration will last!

Porcelain Crowns
In the case of a broken or damaged tooth, we need to reinforce the entire tooth with a porcelain crown. The crown actually fits around the entire tooth to hold it steady and restore function to the tooth. The process takes a couple of appointments to complete, but the end result is a tooth restoration that will last for many years to come.

Benefits
A quality porcelain crown will last for many years. Not only will it feel like a natural tooth, but the quality porcelain will match and reflect light just like your natural teeth. In addition, the crown will protect your teeth from bacteria infections that attack weakened teeth.

Dental Implants
When you lose a permanent tooth, it is important that you restore the empty space quickly to prevent bone loss and discomfort. In the past, the only option to replace bone was to use a bridge. Unfortunately, a dental bridge cannot restore the root of your tooth and will not last much longer than 15 years.

Benefits
A dental implant replaces your entire tooth from root to tip. It looks better, feels more natural, and works more efficiently than any other dental restoration on the market! Dental implants are changing the way we approach lost teeth, and you will see the most benefit from that!

A Lasting Restoration

At the end of the day, you want a restoration that is going to last. You want something that will actually make your tooth stronger than it was before. Our quality restorations are going to stand the test of time and help you maintain your natural tooth’s function for the long-term.

Contact Us to Learn More

If you are looking for a restoration to last, contact us at Really Smile. We use restorative techniques that will give you great results. Whether you need a simple filling or a complete replacement, we have options for you. Call today!

Using Restorations to Save Your Smile

By on March 5, 2015

Do you want to know the secret to dentistry? The reason why dentists have jobs and patients actually want to come into the office to see us? Are you ready for it? Here it goes…

You only get one set of permanent teeth.

We are not sharks who continually produce more and more teeth. We are humans, and we begin life with a set of 20 cute little baby teeth. Those all fall out, and we grow our full set of adult teeth. Then? That’s it. You take care of those teeth and live a long, healthy life, or you don’t take care of those teeth and end up needing to replace all of your teeth.

Now, when we say that you will take care of your teeth, we don’t necessarily mean only brushing and flossing. Those are important habits that you should maintain twice each day, but it’s not the only way to take care of your teeth. You also need to come in for routine appointments, and those appointments determine the long-term health of your smile!

The Important Role of Restorations

A restoration is anything we put in your mouth to restore the health and function of your tooth. The most commonly used restoration is a dental filling. We also use crowns, bridges, implants, and dentures! Each of these restoration options will stop the breaking down of a tooth and boost it back into health.

Dental Fillings
Let’s begin by looking at dental fillings. A filling is necessary when bacteria produce acid on the surface of your tooth. That acid eats through your tooth enamel to create a cavity. If we were to leave that cavity alone, it would continue to grow until it overtook the entire tooth. Eventually, the tooth root would be decayed, and the tooth would come out.

That’s the process without a restoration available. Thankfully, we have restorations, like fillings, that will stop the spread of decay and restore the health of your tooth. For cavities, we rely on composite filling material. This material matches the color and texture of your tooth perfectly! We layer the composite material into the cavity until there is no longer any sign of decay.

A filling is the simplest form of restoration we offer, and yet you can see the impact. That small filling will actually save that entire tooth! And if that patient is coming into the office for regular, six month appointments, the cavity probably wasn’t very big to begin with!

Crowns
Sometimes, a filling is not enough. Maybe you haven’t been coming into the office regularly, or you have an old filling that just isn’t holding any longer. When that happens, you need a different kind of restoration. You need something that will encompass your entire tooth to protect it from harm and to give you back your ability to chew. You need a dental crown.

A dental crown is a porcelain cap that we place over the top of your tooth. Unlike a filling that just fits inside the tooth, the crown will actually cover the entire outer surface. This is great for teeth that are too far gone to hold any more fillings. Crowns are also great for teeth that are cracked or broken.

What if there is No Tooth?
Fillings and crowns are great for teeth that are still semi-healthy and present in your mouth. These teeth just need a little boost to stay functional. However, there are times when the tooth must be removed completely. In those cases, you need a full tooth restoration. You need a dental implant!

Dental implants work for one missing tooth, several missing teeth, or an entire mouth of missing teeth. We will just focus on the single missing tooth for today. A missing tooth needs to be replaced quickly because that gap in your smile will allow your other teeth to shift out of alignment causing serious problems for the rest of your oral health.

An implant is a permanent restoration that will replace your tooth from the tip of your tooth root to the top of your tooth’s crown! This means that the restoration will function just like a natural tooth! You’ll be able to forget that the implant is even there, which is the entire goal of a restoration.

Need a Restoration?

The best way to prevent restorations is to schedule your routine appointments. Come in and see us on a regular basis to give your teeth the cleaning and care they need! If we find a problem, we can restore your tooth quickly and efficiently.

Contact us today to set up your next appointment! We would love to see you soon and help you have the healthy smile of your dreams!

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Dr. David A. Smith explains his vision of life-changing dentistry for Really Smile Dental:

“I chose dentistry as my life’s work because I have the privilege to serve people in a way that is truly life-changing. I was honored with the appointment by Indianapolis Woman Magazine as Makeover Dentist 2008."

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Monday: 7:40 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(Friday – Sunday: Closed)

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Really Smile Dental
Phone: 317-597-8748
Fax: 317-815-1636
URL: reallysmile.com
12188-A North Meridian Street, Suite 355
Carmel, IN 46032

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