Repairing and replacing decayed, damaged, or missing teeth is the focus of our restorative dentistry in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Dechter and Dr. Moy can restore your smile with advanced dental treatment options. Our wide range of dental services can address every aspect of your oral health. We create personalized treatment plans tailored to your functional needs and aesthetic goals.
Restoring your dental health will not only improve the function of your mouth but will also support improved physical health. Our Silver Spring dental practice near you offers comprehensive care for your restorative needs under one roof. We focus our restorative dentistry procedures on enhancing your overall wellness.
Restorative Dentistry at Dechter & Moy
At Dechter and Moy, we provide dental restorations and treatments to help fix your teeth and gums. Our goal is to make sure your mouth is healthy and your teeth work properly so you can bite, chew, and speak.
Our skilled restorative dentists are here to provide you with the best care possible. Before any treatment, we’ll carefully examine your teeth and gums. We’ll then explain your treatment options and create a personalized plan that meets your needs. Then our dentists may recommend one or more restorative treatments.
Dental Bridge
A dental bridge can fill in the gap left by missing teeth. We provide this restoration to replace a single tooth or consecutive lost teeth. This dental prosthetic is best for patients with multiple missing teeth in a row.
We can provide three types of dental bridges: traditional, cantilever, and Maryland bridges. Each type of bridge comes with its own benefits. We can help patients choose which type of bridge works best for their needs. To learn about your dental bridge options, visit Dental bridge.
Dental Crowns
You can restore your tooth structure and function back to a decayed and infected tooth using a dental crown. Dental crowns are porcelain ceramic caps that we provide to our patients to restore tooth damage and discoloration. We can also cap a tooth with a dental crown if you have a large filling or you need more support after a painless root canal procedure.
Dental crowns are durable and look natural because we can color-match them to blend in with your natural tooth enamel. To learn about our dental crown process, visit Dental crowns.
Dental Implants
We can replace one or more missing teeth with dental implants. Whether you lost teeth because of an accident or infection, we can provide a strong tooth replacement. Dental implants are titanium posts that our dentists surgically insert into the gap left by missing teeth.
We can use them to replace single lost teeth or support dental bridges and dentures. Using dental implants to restore missing teeth provides longer-lasting and healthier results for our patients. To learn about our dental implant services, visit Dental implants.
Dentures & Partials
You can replace a full row or arches of missing teeth with a denture. Dr. Dechter and Dr. Moy provide full and partial dentures to our patients. Just like dental bridges, we can secure dentures with dental implants. We can create a permanent result that doesn’t slip around in your mouth or irritate your gums.
Compared to removable dentures, implant-supported dentures make it easier for patients to eat and speak comfortably. To learn about your denture options at our dental office, visit Dentures and Partials.
Periodontal Therapy
Periodontitis, or gum disease, is a common but damaging oral health problem. What can begin as gum irritation and inflammation may quickly lead to gum recession and bone loss. We can help prevent gum disease and keep it in check with periodontal screenings and routine cleanings.
We recommend that you address bleeding gums to improve your long-term oral health. Gum disease is a common issue among patients that our dentists can quickly address before it gets worse. To learn about our periodontal treatments for bleeding gums, visit Periodontal therapy.
Repairing Tooth Damage
Fixing tooth damage can make your tooth strong again and help you bite and chew properly. When you have a chipped, cracked, or broken tooth, it can cause different problems for your dental health. If you don’t fix it, you have a higher chance of cavities, gum disease, or tooth loss. You want to get it treated quickly.
Dechter and Moy Dentistry will evaluate the damage to your teeth and the condition of your mouth before they recommend restorative treatment. We’ll work to meet your oral health needs while keeping your budget in mind.
If you have damaged or worn teeth and you don’t have dental trauma, you should schedule a consultation with our dentists. Often, we see patients with unexplained tooth damage. You might be grinding your teeth at night or have a TMJ-related disorder. We look for these and other signs of bite disorders during your visits with us.
Tooth Loss: Replacing Missing Teeth
The modern dental procedures available to our patients are far superior to those that earlier generations had available. The development of better materials, stronger bonding ability, and the evolution of dental implants have transformed restorative dentistry.
Dr. Dechter and Dr. Moy are local dentists who specialize in replacing missing teeth with dental implants. Our dentists use the most modern equipment and digital technology to offer almost pain-free procedures for all ages. We consider dental implants as the best solution for missing teeth.
Before and after a Smile Transitions Removable Appliance at Dechter and Moy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Patient education is important to our office. We welcome you to read answers to common questions about restorative dentistry in our Silver Spring, MD, dentist office. You can learn more specifics about our treatments.
How long do dental implants last?
Dental implants are made to last for years. The implant post we place in your jawbone can last forever. Implants are made from strong titanium that fuses, or bonds, with your jawbone. This process makes the implant very strong and stable, just like a tooth root.
While the post can last a lifetime, you may need to replace the attached crown, bridge, or denture after several years. However, your new restoration will last longer than if it had no support.
What are the best modern dental crowns?
We craft modern dental crowns from porcelain ceramic. Porcelain ceramic is a versatile material that withstands the forces of biting and chewing like natural teeth. Our dental crowns also blend in with the color of your natural teeth. We shade-match crowns for a natural-looking result.
Can you reverse gum disease?
Our dentists can treat early signs of gum disease with antibacterial rinses and deep cleaning. Sometimes, treating the earliest signs of gum disease can keep your gums healthy and prevent long-term damage.
If gum disease progresses past the first stage, you can’t fully reverse its effects. We’ll recommend regular deep gum cleanings if you have chronic gum disease and surgery for advanced gum disease.
Do dental bridges affect eating and speaking?
At first, it can feel awkward to eat and speak with a new bridge, but most patients will adjust to their new bite. You might experience minor speech changes for a few days as your tongue adapts to the new shape in your mouth.
We recommend that youeEat soft foods at first to help you adjust to chewing with the bridge. After a short adjustment period, you should eat and speak normally. If you continue to have issues, please let us know so we can make adjustments for your comfort and function.
Can you get dental implants after dentures?
Yes, denture wearers can get dental implants. Many patients switch from dentures to implants for improved stability and comfort. We’ll assess your jawbone density since long-term denture use can lead to bone loss. Sometimes, we need to perform bone grafts before implant placement. We can create a plan to help you transition smoothly from dentures to implants.
What is a full mouth restoration?
A full mouth restoration, also called a full mouth rehabilitation, is a treatment that fixes and rebuilds all of your teeth and gums. This type of care is helpful for people who have many dental problems, such as broken teeth, missing teeth, gum disease, or bite issues. The goal of a full mouth restoration is to give you a healthier mouth, a better-looking smile, and stronger teeth.
Oour dentist will use different treatments that are right for your needs. These treatments might include dental implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, or gum treatments.
Schedule an Appointment
Improve the form and function of your mouth with restorative dentistry services in Silver Spring, MD, at Dechter & Moy Dentistry. Schedule an appointment for an exam to learn more. You can also call (301) 508-9755.
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