Restorative Dentistry in Encinitas
Repair damaged teeth and rebuild a healthy bite
Restorative dentistry at McElroy Smiles in Encinitas repairs damaged and decayed teeth so they look and work like new. We offer tooth-colored fillings, durable crowns including same-day single crowns with CEREC, and full-mouth reconstruction, all designed to protect your natural teeth and rebuild a healthy, comfortable bite.
What does restorative dentistry include?
Restorative care covers the everyday repairs that keep teeth healthy: tooth-colored fillings for cavities, crowns to strengthen cracked or worn teeth, bridges to replace a missing tooth, and full-mouth reconstruction when several problems need solving together. The goal is always to save and protect your natural teeth where we can.
What is a same-day crown?
A same-day crown is a single crown designed and placed in one visit using CEREC technology, so you skip the temporary and the second appointment. For crowns that are made in a lab, we work with a trusted master lab our doctors control, so the fit and quality stay in our hands either way.
What is full-mouth reconstruction?
When you have several issues at once, missing teeth, worn or broken teeth, bite problems, full-mouth reconstruction addresses them in one coordinated plan rather than piecemeal. We combine the restorative and cosmetic treatments you need into a clear sequence, so you know the path and the cost before we begin.
A same-day crown is a single crown made and placed in one visit with CEREC. A lab crown is made by a trusted master lab our doctors control and placed at a second visit. The quality is comparable, so same-day simply saves you the temporary and the wait.
Tooth-colored fillings use a biocompatible composite that bonds to the tooth and matches its shade, so they are both natural-looking and conservative. They seal the tooth against bacteria and, with good care, protect it for years.
Small cavities are usually treated with a filling, while a tooth that is cracked, heavily decayed, or worn often needs a crown to stay strong. We examine the tooth, show you what we see, and recommend the most conservative option that will last.
The right treatment depends on your oral health, the condition of your teeth, and your goals. During your consultation, we’ll evaluate your smile and recommend a personalized treatment plan.
