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Artistic restoration of teeth
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
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Artistic restoration of teeth is the restoration of the shape of the tooth, its color and functions. As a result of restoration, the teeth are brought to their original, healthy state. Dental restoration is divided into direct and indirect. Direct allows you to model a tooth from a filling material. Indirect is carried out after taking impressions and making the restored part of the tooth in a dental laboratory. The most advanced method of restoring damaged teeth is the use of veneers.
Artistic restoration of crooked teeth
Artistic restoration of crooked teeth allows you to change their position. Protruding fangs, tilted teeth spoil the face. Artistic restoration can help such people. As a result, the standard of living improves, the smile looks harmonious, self-confidence increases. Effective restoration of crooked teeth is possible provided that high-quality materials are used. Often, aesthetic restoration allows you to avoid wearing braces. Treatment with braces requires endurance and patience from the patient, it is often long and expensive, causes discomfort, especially with active tooth movement. The quality of restoration also depends on the level of the doctors you contact. The technology of artistic restoration of crooked teeth is relatively new, but has already proven its effectiveness.
Artistic restoration of front teeth
Artistic restoration of the front teeth allows you to close the gaps between the teeth. If, as a result of unprofessional pulpitis treatment, the tooth has changed its shape, no problem! Artistic restoration of the front teeth requires the doctor to have the skills of a sculptor. The doctor chooses the material for restoration that is best suited for each specific case. These can be both photopolymer and glass ionomer materials.
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Artistic modeling and restoration of teeth
Modern materials for artistic modeling and restoration of teeth can be considered perfect, they allow to fully imitate nature, preserve the shine and color of the tooth. Artistic modeling and restoration of teeth can literally work wonders, correct the position of teeth, "move forward" or "deepen" incorrectly located teeth. Many clinics use computer modeling for a more accurate result. Several specialized programs are used for this.
Direct artistic restoration of teeth
Direct artistic restoration of teeth occurs in one stage. In this case, a minimum of tooth tissue is removed. Direct restoration is cheaper, does not require a repeat visit to the dentist, saves the patient's time. It is enough to spend a few hours in the chair - and your smile will shine. The restored tooth serves for many years and withstands almost any chewing load.
Direct restoration of teeth has its limitations, there are cases when restoration is better done in two stages. A qualified doctor will always tell you which method is better to choose. If indirect artistic restoration of teeth is necessary, the patient is referred to an orthopedic dentist.
Price
The price of artistic restoration of teeth depends on the method and volume of work. Prices are lower for direct restoration. Prices can vary from 300 UAH to 10,000 UAH per tooth. The doctor always names the final price only after examination. In any case, restoration will cost you less than installing crowns or implants. The tooth is not depulped during restoration, neighboring teeth are not ground down and remain alive.
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Reviews
Every day, dentists hear grateful feedback from patients who have undergone artistic restoration of teeth. In the 21st century, dentistry has become an art. Today, dentists not only fix teeth, but also make people more beautiful. Very high demands have been placed on the work of a dentist. A dentist who specializes in artistic restoration of teeth is akin to an architect creating a beautiful structure. His work is the same as in designing houses: a reliable foundation, high-quality materials, the skillful hands of a "builder" and a beautiful decoration that pleases the eye. Lengthening worn-down teeth allows you to visually rejuvenate. During the restoration process, all surfaces of the tooth are recreated in the form in which nature made it. Modern fillings have an excellent appearance and are very durable. Some of them have a "chameleon" effect - they have the widest range of shades, they exactly repeat the color of the tooth. The shade of incisors and canines is always different. Thanks to direct and indirect restoration, it becomes possible to smile widely again. Teeth, even those destroyed to the gum level, can be restored. Artistic restoration allows in some cases to avoid long, painful and expensive treatment with braces.
Today's level of development of aesthetic dentistry allows you to get an ideal result and a snow-white smile for many years. Dentists have at their disposal a whole arsenal of the latest methods for people with different income levels. All you have to do is carefully monitor your oral hygiene, visit the dentist regularly and polish your fillings. Artistic restoration of teeth is even performed on pregnant women thanks to the use of safe painkillers.