Comprehensive Dentistry in Bellevue, WA

Unless strictly needed, no dentist would advise a patient to have a tooth extracted when there is still a chance to save it. Before doing any extraction, our dentist will first evaluate if there are any other viable options, like root canal treatments or fillings. Dentists can restore severely damaged teeth using materials and techniques that no one could have dreamed of only a few decades ago.

There are multiple options available to patients, but the gold standard in tooth replacement is dental implants. No other restoration achieves the same results in terms of functionality and aesthetics. However, we also offer alternatives that might suit more reduced budgets, like full or partial dentures or dental bridges.

It is hard to determine the exact lifespan of a crown, as it depends on multiple factors. But, with proper care, a patient can expect a dental crown to last up to 20 years.

That depends on how much structure the affected tooth has lost. We try to preserve as much dental tissue as possible, so a filling will always be our first choice. But when the damage is too extensive, or if the tooth has been root-filled, our dentist will place a dental crown.

Nowadays, the most frequently used restorative material is composite resin. Composite resin is a tooth-colored material that closely mimics natural enamel’s texture, transparency, and shade. Composite restorations are durable, highly aesthetic, and are usually the top choice of restorative dentists.

Tooth wear is the loss of the external layers of the teeth from natural or pathological wear. It’s usually a consequence of night grinding or clenching, but sometimes other factors involved, like diet, medical conditions (sleep apnea), or a problem with the patient’s bite. Our doctor can build affected teeth back up using composite resin or bonding and fit custom-made nightguards to prevent it from happening again.