Restorative Dentistry

Restorative dentistry covers the treatments used to repair damaged, decayed, or missing teeth and return the mouth to comfortable, everyday function. This can include fillings for cavities, crowns to protect weakened teeth, bridges or dentures to replace missing teeth, and more involved rebuilding when several teeth need attention at once. Patients often turn to restorative care after a broken tooth, ongoing sensitivity, or a dentist identifying decay during a routine exam.

Common Restorative Treatments

Fillings — repair small areas of decay and restore the tooth's shape.
Crowns & Bridges — cover weakened teeth or replace a missing tooth using neighboring teeth for support.
Inlays & Onlays — a middle-ground repair for damage too large for a filling but not requiring a full crown.
Dentures & Full Mouth Reconstruction — options for patients missing several or all of their teeth.

Who Provides This Care

Restorative treatment planning at 1st Family Dental is led by prosthodontists, dentists who specialize in the restoration and replacement of teeth, including Dr. Ghassan Abboud, Dr. Faisel Ashtewi, Dr. Tala Ghishan, and Dr. Sara Bañuelos. General dentists on the team, such as Dr. Saad Ghani and Dr. Yasmin Bakir, also provide restorative treatments like crowns and fillings as part of everyday care.

Comfortable, Precise Care

Digital X-rays and intraoral cameras let your dentist show you exactly what's happening in your mouth before deciding on a restoration, while electric handpieces help keep procedures quieter and smoother throughout treatment.

This content is for general information only and isn't dental or medical advice. Talk with your dentist or orthodontist about your own situation. If you have a medical emergency, call 911.