Restorative & Cosmetic Dentistry
Crowns
Crowns are in many cases the best option to help restore tooth structure and function. Crowns cover teeth that were damaged by cavities, grinding or acids. In addition to strength and precision, crowns are made with esthetics in mind. The shade and shape of crowns is matched to the adjacent teeth, and at Brookline Family Dentistry they are cemented in place with the highest quality cements.
Dental Bridges
Bridges are fixed appliances designed to replace missing teeth. Bridges are made of strong ceramics to restore function and esthetics. They rest on the teeth neighboring the missing teeth and distribute the chewing forces to these neighboring teeth. Due to their design, bridges require more careful oral hygiene.
Veneers
One way to achieve a show-stopping smile is with porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers are designed for an optimal form to function in harmony with the other teeth and your face.
Porcelain veneers can correct:
- Gaps between teeth
- Uneven tooth alignment
- Short teeth
- Discoloration
- Chipped teeth
Onlays
Similar to crowns, onlays are an additional approach to restoration of tooth structure. Onlays allow us to preserve tooth structure and are generally designed to be farther away from the gum tissue, resulting in easier maintenance of oral hygiene. These restorations are laboratory-made strong and esthetic ceramics that accurately reproduce tooth structure and color. Similar to veneers in the front teeth, onlays are in many cases excellent alternatives to crowns for the back teeth.