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Restoration of a part of a tooth

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Last reviewed: 04.07.2025
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Restoring a part of a tooth involves using two main methods - onlays and inlays. Let's consider in which cases it is best to use one or another method.

  • Inlays are used in case of partial destruction, i.e. in cases where the defect can be eliminated using materials. This method of restoration refers to microprosthetics. Creating inlays does not take much of the patient's time, as they are created using a previously made cast of the jaws. Veneers and ceramic inlays are most often used.
  • Pins are used to reliably strengthen the root part of teeth and restore the crown part. Most often, pins are used to restore the entire tooth from the root. Pins are made of composite and combined materials.

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Restoration of the crown part

Restoration of the crown part of the tooth is a very important process, since the beauty and aesthetics of the smile depend on the quality of the restoration work. There are several methods of restoring the crown part. Each of the methods depends on the degree of damage.

Please note that the crown is the part of the tooth that is visible, as it protrudes above the gum, and its main function is to process food. All this suggests that the crown must be hard enough to withstand the load. Also, the crown should not be subject to the process of metabolism and oxidation that occur in the body. If the crown begins to deteriorate, then you must immediately seek dental help, since natural processes in the body will aggravate the destruction.

One of the methods of restoration is the installation of a fixed prosthesis, i.e. a crown. The crown is made of various materials that allow the initial shape of the tooth to be completely restored. Most often, a crown is used when the tooth is severely damaged.

Root restoration

Restoring a tooth root is a long process that will take not only a lot of time, but also a lot of money. If you decide to undergo this procedure, then go to the dentist. The doctor should find out if you have an allergy to any medications and whether you have previously undergone a tooth root restoration procedure.

The dentist will help you choose a method of tooth restoration and materials that are ideal for this procedure. Particular attention is paid to the choice of material for tooth reconstruction; it must be hard and moisture-resistant.

The easiest and fastest way to restore a tooth root is to insert anchor pins. The pins are made of a special anti-corrosion alloy, which has many varieties that differ in diameter and length. This method of restoration allows you to qualitatively, quickly, and most importantly, absolutely safely restore lost tooth roots.

Restoration of the cutting edge

Restoration of the cutting edge of the tooth is used in case of pathological abrasion of teeth. As a rule, the front incisors require this procedure. The process of tooth regeneration begins with a visit to the dentist. The dentist examines the patient's teeth and chooses the most appropriate restoration method.

The dentist selects the color of the material that will restore the edge of the cutting tooth. If the front teeth are to be restored, then the aesthetic issue of the procedure is given special attention. After selecting the color, the dentist disinfects the teeth with paste and isolates them from saliva. The surface of the cutting edge of the tooth is processed with a bur and a composite material is applied to it. The material polymerizes, which allows the tooth to be completely restored. Then the dentist polishes and cleans the restored tooth.

Restoration of front teeth

Restoration of front teeth is the most popular procedure in modern dentistry. Both completely destroyed teeth and partially damaged or destroyed teeth due to diseases or inflammatory processes are suitable for restoration.

There are direct and indirect restoration methods. Indirect methods include the use of inlays, veneers, crowns, and overlays. That is, materials that are made in a dental laboratory. The dentist must assess the degree of tooth destruction and choose one of the above options for restoring the front teeth. Indirect methods are popular because their service life is more than 15 years.

Direct restoration methods are most often used for front teeth. The advantage of these methods is that they are less smoky, which is ideal for front teeth. Restoration is carried out using composite and filling materials. The materials are highly durable and of excellent quality, which allows you to restore any damage.

Restoration of a broken front tooth

Restoration of a broken front tooth depends entirely on the extent of the damage. If a small area of tooth enamel is damaged, the dentist can restore it using filling materials and composite resins. If the tooth is partially broken, crowns, veneers, lumineers and other methods are used for restoration.

Veneers and lumineers are suitable for restoring a tooth that is not completely damaged. Crowns can be used for severe damage. Each of these methods has its advantages. For example, veneers are most often chosen by celebrities who conquer fans with their snow-white teeth. Crowns are a simpler, cheaper and more durable method of restoration, which is perfect for reconstructing a broken front tooth.

Restoration of the tooth wall

Restoration of the tooth wall is performed by a dentist after a full examination of the patient's oral cavity. The dentist must determine the causes of destruction and, if possible, eliminate them. The tooth wall can be destroyed for various reasons and under the influence of various factors. Most often, patients turn to a dentist for restoration of the tooth wall, which was destroyed due to serious carious lesions or injuries.

The method by which the tooth wall will be restored depends on the degree of damage and the physiological characteristics of the tooth. The patient's aesthetic requirements are also important. Methods such as filling, restoration with veneers or prosthetics can be used for restoration.

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