105 E. 10th Ave., Post Falls, ID 83854
208-773-8388 
Have a damaged, decayed or missing tooth? Restorative dentistry can help repair your smile, restore function and protect your oral health. At 7 Day Dental Smiles, our dentists provide restorative dentistry in Post Falls, Idaho, based on your individual needs and the condition of your teeth.
Whether you need a filling, crown, bridge, denture or another form of tooth replacement, our dentists will explain your options and recommend treatment designed to restore your teeth as conservatively as possible. Call 208-773-8388 to schedule an evaluation.
Restorative Dentistry Services
Restorative dentistry includes treatments that repair damaged teeth and replace teeth that are missing. At 7 Day Dental Smiles, our restorative services may include:
- Dental Bridges
- Dental Crowns
- Dental Implant Restoration
- Dental Implants
- Dentures and Partials
- Implant-Supported Dentures
- Tooth-Colored Fillings
What Is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry focuses on repairing teeth that have been damaged by decay, injury, wear or other dental problems. It also includes options for replacing missing teeth.
Depending on your needs, restorative dentistry may help:
- Repair decayed or broken teeth
- Restore worn or weakened teeth
- Replace missing teeth
- Improve chewing and bite function
- Protect teeth after root canal treatment
- Replace damaged or failing dental restorations
- Maintain the health and alignment of surrounding teeth
Because every patient has different needs, our dentists will examine your teeth and discuss the restorative options that may be appropriate.
Restorative Dentistry for Broken or Damaged Teeth
A broken, cracked or damaged tooth should be evaluated even if it does not cause significant pain. Damage may weaken the tooth, expose the inner layers or allow bacteria to reach areas that are more difficult to keep clean.
Depending on the extent of the damage, restorative treatment may include a tooth-colored filling, dental crown, root canal treatment or another type of restoration.
If you have a broken tooth in Post Falls, our dentists can evaluate the damage and determine which treatment may help restore the tooth.
If the tooth is causing severe pain or the damage occurred suddenly, you may also need emergency dentistry.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
Tooth-colored fillings are used to repair certain teeth affected by cavities, minor fractures or other areas of damage. The filling material is selected to blend more naturally with the surrounding tooth structure. In addition, bonding the material directly to the tooth helps restore its shape and function.
Our dentists can determine whether a tooth-colored filling is appropriate based on the size and location of the damaged area.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown covers and protects a tooth that has lost a significant amount of healthy structure. Our dentists may recommend a crown for a tooth that is:
- Broken or cracked
- Severely worn
- Weakened by a large filling
- Damaged by extensive decay
- Restored after root canal treatment
Dental crowns are designed to restore the shape, strength and function of affected teeth. If you need a dental crown in Post Falls, our team can evaluate the tooth and explain whether a crown or another restorative option is appropriate.
Dental Bridges
A dental bridge can replace one or more missing teeth by filling the space between remaining teeth or dental implants. Replacing a missing tooth may help restore chewing function and reduce unwanted movement of nearby teeth. The best tooth-replacement option depends on the number and location of missing teeth, the condition of the surrounding teeth and your treatment goals.
Our dentists can compare dental bridges with dentures, dental implants and other restorative dentistry options.
Dentures
Dentures and partial dentures can replace multiple missing teeth and restore support for chewing and speaking. A complete denture replaces all teeth in an arch, while a partial denture replaces several missing teeth when natural teeth remain. Some patients may also be candidates for implant-supported dentures, which use dental implants to provide additional support and stability.
Our dentists can evaluate your oral health and discuss which type of denture or tooth-replacement option may best fit your needs.
Tooth Replacement
Missing teeth can affect more than the appearance of your smile. Tooth loss may also change how you chew, affect your bite and allow nearby teeth to shift. Restorative dentistry offers several ways to replace missing teeth, including:
- Dental bridges
- Complete dentures
- Partial dentures
- Dental implants
- Implant-supported dentures
No single tooth-replacement option is right for every patient. Therefore, our dentists will consider your oral health, remaining teeth, bone support, preferences and treatment goals before making a recommendation.
Root Canal Restoration
A tooth that has undergone root canal treatment often needs a final restoration to protect the remaining tooth structure. Depending on the location of the tooth and how much healthy structure remains, our dentists may recommend a dental crown, tooth-colored filling or another restorative treatment.
Completing the recommended restoration can help protect the treated tooth and restore its function after endodontic care.
Dental Implants
Dental implants provide a long-term option for replacing one or more missing teeth. An implant replaces the root portion of a missing tooth and can support a crown, bridge or denture. Depending on your needs, implant treatment may be used for:
- A single missing tooth
- Several missing teeth
- Implant-supported dentures
- Other restorative tooth-replacement plans
Our team can evaluate your mouth and discuss whether dental implants or another restorative dentistry option may be appropriate. Patients who already have an implant and need the visible restoration can also learn more about dental implant restoration.
How We Choose the Right Restorative Dentistry Treatment
The right treatment depends on the condition of your tooth and your overall oral health.
During your evaluation, our dentists may consider:
- The amount of healthy tooth structure remaining
- The location and size of decay or damage
- Your bite and chewing forces
- The condition of nearby teeth
- Your gum and bone health
- Whether a tooth can be predictably restored
- Your goals for function and appearance
After examining the area, our team will explain the available restorative dentistry options and answer your questions before treatment begins.
Frequently Asked Questions About Restorative Dentistry
What does restorative dentistry include?
Restorative dentistry includes treatments used to repair damaged or decayed teeth and replace missing teeth. Depending on your needs, treatment may include fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures, dental implants or other restorations.
Do you provide restorative dentistry in Post Falls?
Yes. 7 Day Dental Smiles provides restorative dentistry in Post Falls, Idaho. Our dentists can evaluate damaged, decayed or missing teeth and recommend treatment based on your oral health and goals.
Can restorative dentistry repair a broken tooth?
Yes, many broken teeth can be repaired with restorative dentistry. Treatment may include a tooth-colored filling, dental crown, root canal therapy or another restoration depending on the extent of the damage.
Do you provide dental crowns in Post Falls?
Yes. Our dentists provide dental crowns for teeth that may be broken, weakened, severely worn, extensively decayed or in need of restoration after root canal treatment.
Do you provide dental bridges in Post Falls?
Yes. Dental bridges may be used to replace one or more missing teeth. Our dentists can determine whether a bridge, dental implant, denture or another tooth-replacement option is appropriate.
Do you offer tooth-colored fillings in Post Falls?
Yes. Tooth-colored fillings can repair certain teeth affected by cavities or minor damage while blending with the surrounding tooth structure. Our dentists can determine whether a filling is appropriate for your tooth.
What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?
Options may include a dental bridge, denture, dental implant or implant-supported restoration. The appropriate choice depends on the number of missing teeth, surrounding tooth structure, bone support and your individual goals.
Will I need a crown after a root canal?
Many teeth need a final restoration after root canal treatment. A dental crown is commonly recommended for certain teeth, especially when significant tooth structure has been lost. Our dentists will determine the appropriate restoration.
Are dental implants part of restorative dentistry?
Yes. Dental implants can be used as part of restorative dentistry to replace one or more missing teeth. They may support a crown, bridge or implant-supported denture.
Schedule a Restorative Dentistry Evaluation
If you have a decayed, broken or missing tooth, restorative dentistry in Post Falls, Idaho, may help restore your smile and protect your oral health.
Call 208-773-8388 or contact 7 Day Dental Smiles to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rheanna Burnham, Dr. Scott Lake, Dr. Wade Dinse, Dr. Stephen Gloudeman or Dr. Nora Svihl.
