Restorative Dentistry in Columbus, Ohio

Restorative Dentistry

If your teeth are damaged or missing, your dentist may recommend restorative procedures to improve functionality and aesthetics. Restorative procedures are usually covered by insurance since the primary focus is to restore functionality.

The team at Capitol Square Dental offers a variety of restorative dental procedures. We have the experience and expertise to make your smile into one you can be proud of.

Dental Implants

Dental implants is one of the most popular tooth replacement options, with more than 5 million procedures performed each year. The best thing about implants is that they look, feel, and function more like natural teeth than other options. This device is made up of three pieces: implant screw, abutment, and crown. The implant screw is inserted into the jawbone, acting as an artificial tooth root. The crown is the portion that is visible above the gum line, replacing the tooth itself. The abutment connects the two pieces together.

A dental implant can be used to replace a single missing tooth or can be used to support up to a full arch of missing teeth.
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Bridges

A dental bridge is designed to replace several missing teeth in a row. A traditional bridge is supported by the neighboring teeth on either side of the gap. The neighboring teeth must be altered to create space for the crowns to be placed.

A dental bridge may also be supported by dental implants on either side of the gap. In this case, implants must be placed first. Then, the bridge will be attached to the implant screws instead of the natural teeth.
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Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and onlays are recommended if the decay is too large for a dental filling but not large enough for a crown. An inlay goes on top of the tooth, between the cusps, while an onlay covers at least one cusp. This restoration is typically made of composite resin so that it can be colored to blend in with the tooth.
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Tooth-colored Dental Fillings

A tooth-colored dental filling is made of composite resin. This restoration is used on teeth that have cavities. The dentists will start by removing the cavity and then filling the hole left behind with composite resin. Since the resin is tooth-colored, it will blend in with the tooth and most people won't even notice it.
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Root Canals

If a tooth is damaged, bacteria can get into the pulp, causing it to become infected. If this happens, root canal treatment becomes necessary. The purpose of this treatment is to remove the infected pulp to salvage the structure of the natural tooth. The affected tooth will typically be sealed with a dental filling or a crown.
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Dentures

Dentures are recommended when patients are missing most or all of their teeth or when the remaining natural teeth are damaged beyond repair. Conventional dentures sit on top of the gums. While effective, conventional dentures can also be a hassle because they tend to slip and slide around in the mouth.
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Implant-Supported Dentures

Implant-Supported Dentures are an alternative to conventional dentures. Instead of just sitting on top of the gums, the overdenture is secured to the jawbone with 2 or more dental implants.

Implant-Supported Dentures may be permanently secured in place or removable. If removable, the overdenture should be cared for like conventional dentures. This means that it should be removed before bed and cleaned thoroughly before being put in a denture soak.

If permanent, the overdenture should be cared for like natural teeth- simply brush and floss as usual.
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Oral surgery

Any of the above procedures may be considered as oral surgery. This is an umbrella term that includes any surgical procedure performed on the mouth including surgical extractions, dental implants, jawbone and gum grafts, and more. If the procedure is a simple one, the patient will be given local anesthesia. If the procedure is more extensive, oral or IV sedation may be used.

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