Restorative Dentistry
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Look & Feel Better With a Restorative Dentist in Wilmington
Enjoying a good meal is one of life's greatest pleasures. If your bite doesn't function well and you can't eat your favorite foods, you need help from an experienced restorative dentist in Wilmington. Dr. Shumate can restore your dental health and chewing capabilities, so mealtimes are enjoyable again. With his help, you can:
- Prevent further damage and build long-term oral health
- Feel better about the function and appearance of your teeth
- Talk, eat, and laugh without feeling self-conscious about your smile
- Stop dental discomfort from affecting your daily activities
- Learn better oral care habits to protect your smile
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Restore Comfort & Confidence With Personalized Care
Restorative dentistry focuses on more than fixing individual problems. It rebuilds comfort, strength, and confidence so your smile works the way it should.
When teeth are damaged, worn, or missing, everyday activities like eating and speaking can become frustrating. Addressing these concerns early helps protect your surrounding teeth and supports long-term oral health.
Your treatment plan is customized to your specific needs, taking into account bite alignment, existing dental work, and overall function.
By restoring balance to your smile, you'll experience improved comfort and renewed confidence in your daily life.
Improve Your Oral Health & Function
Dr. Shumate is experienced at giving patients healthy and beautiful smiles. He begins your appointment by getting to know you, your oral health history, and your unique smile needs. When you arrive dealing with any dental discomfort or damage, he'll examine your mouth to identify the underlying oral health issue. Our team uses advanced technology such as digital X-rays and CBCT scans to make precise diagnoses.
Depending on what's going on with your smile, your dentist may recommend:
- Tooth Fillings - Repair cavities and restore the structure and appearance of damaged teeth with tooth-colored composite fillings.
- Dental Crowns - Restore strength and function to your teeth with custom-made dental crowns. Your dentist creates them in-house. You won't need a temporary crown, and you won't have to wait for your restored smile.
- Dental Bridges - Replace one or more missing teeth in a row with a dental bridge. You can have them anchored to adjacent teeth or to dental implants.
- Root Canals - Save a tooth from infection and avoid an extraction with root canal treatment. Your dentist will remove the infected portion, fill it with biocompatible material, and cap your tooth with a crown. More complicated cases may be referred to a specialist.
- Dental Implants - Replace your missing teeth with dental implants. They offer a stable and long-lasting foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures. Implants also help stop bone loss in your jaw.
If you feel nervous about treatment, sedation options are available. You can relax with laughing gas, which simply takes the edge off. Your dentist can also administer IV sedation. It offers a deep level of calm and keeps you largely unaware of sights, sounds, and sensations. You'll need a ride home after IV sedation, as it effects linger.
Call us today to meet with your restorative dentist in Wilmington.