RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

Restorative Dentistry

RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
IN PHILADELPHIA, PA

Restorative dentistry refers to any procedure that repairs or replaces damaged teeth. It can involve fillings, bridges, crowns, dentures, root canal therapy, and more. At Rittenhouse Dental Group, usually, restorative practices are recommended when a patient suffers from decay, disease, or trauma to their teeth. These situations can compromise the health and strength of the tooth.

For example, a tooth with severe decay may require a filling to remove the infected area and prevent further damage. A crown can then be placed over the filled tooth to strengthen and restore it to normal function. Another example may be if an individual loses a tooth due to injury or extraction. They may need a bridge or denture to restore their smile and ability to eat and speak properly.

Dental Crowns and Bridges

A dental crown is a cap placed over the entire tooth to restore strength and improve appearance. The crown is custom-made in a dental laboratory to perfectly match your surrounding teeth. They are made of either porcelain or ceramic and are colored to look like the rest of your natural teeth.

Bridges are used to replace a tooth or multiple teeth in a row. The bridge will anchor to healthy teeth and use filler to fill the gap where the bridge will go. Ideally, bridges are only used if the adjacent teeth are also damaged or decayed because if they aren’t, the teeth adjacent to the bridge can begin to shift into the open space.

Dental Fillings

Dental fillings are the most common restorative dentistry procedure to restore a tooth. This treatment is straightforward and can be completed with a visit to the dentist’s office. The first step involves removing any decay from the tooth. Once that is complete, the cavity is filled in with a composite resin material. The dentist will shape and polish the filling to blend with the natural tooth structure. The procedure is painless and quick. However, patients may experience some discomfort or sensitivity after treatment.

Dentures

Dentures are removable dental appliances that replace lost teeth and surrounding structures. They are made to resemble your natural teeth closely and can be either full or partial. Complete dentures replace all teeth in your upper or lower jaw, while partial dentures replace only a few missing teeth. Dentures may even improve your smile!

By getting regular dental cleanings and exams along with fluoride treatment and dental sealants, you can help protect your smile and lower your risk for tooth loss due to tooth decay. For the best dental treatment, visit Rittenhouse Dental Group at 255 S. 17TH ST., STE. 2807, Philadelphia 19103, or call 215-546-2311.

Patient Reviews

    
 
 
        
   Michelle Eng 
 2024-09-30
 
 
  Dr. Huang provides attentive and bilingual service. Lena is very thorough with cleanings. Amy is very helpful at the front desk and flexible with scheduling. My grandmother, husband, and a friend also see Dr. Huang
  
 
       
   Ping Tsui 
 2024-09-06
 
 
  Great experineces at this boutique and patient focused dental practice. I heard about Dr. Huang from family and friends and now me and my husband are their patiens becasue of good recmeondations. Dr. Huang is multilingual and both she and hyginest Lena are highly professioal and expericend. The staff member is always willing to find time slot fitting our busy schedule. The office is clean, confortable and conviniently located in the center city Philadelphia. Highly recommended!
  
 
       
   Steven Shlivko 
 2024-08-27
 
 
  
  
 
       
   Margot Cohen 
 2024-08-27
 
 
  My husband and I both go to Rittenhouse Dental Group. They have been outstanding - extremely kind, accommodating to scheduling requests, detailed approach to care with particular emphasis on thoughtfulness and explaining the reasoning behind recommendations. We recently had to bring our newborn with us due to childcare constraints and they so easily adjusted to ensure we were able to get our care being mindful of his needs. Front office staff is very welcoming and communicative.
  
 
       
   Cheryl Tse 
 2024-08-12
 
 
  Great dental practice — they got me back on track with dental care and maintenance post-pandemic. The staff here provide efficient and effective services.
  
 
       
   Emily Foecke Munden 
 2024-05-30
 
 
  Fantastic staff, very warm and inviting, always text to confirm appointments which is so helpful. I did my Invisalign here as well as my regular cleanings and had a great experience, highly recommend! Convenient location too.
  
 
       
   Mello Cheesecake 
 2024-05-20
 
 
  Great experience with great people! I would definitely recommend them
  
 
       
   Luxin Zhong 
 2024-04-29
 
 
  Been here for the past three years and it was a pleasure having these people! Dr. Huang and Lena are super helpful and professional. Would recommend!
  
 
       
   Mark Crookston 
 2024-04-07
 
 
  After moving back to Philly and taking a break from dental care due to the pandemic I chose to start fresh at Rittenhouse Dental Group.   I felt extremely welcomed and taken care of from the first call.  My treatment began with full scaling which can be an unpleasant experience.  Again, from scheduling to the care of the hygienist it could not have gone smoother and the results were great.  My follow up cleaning visits were the same and my mouth feels healthier than ever.   I also began an Invisalign treatment.  I have always been self conscious about my smile and after putting off a solution for many years I was ready for a change.  I’m glad I waited till I was in the hands of this group because they made the process seamless.   From expectation setting, to planning and billing options.  Thoughtful service the entire way.  I work a 60hr per week job and also have a child and they were able to cater to specific appointment needs throughout, always in friendly way.    I was told the Invisalign plan would take just under a year to achieve the results we were looking for.   Along with the teams direction (and some personal discipline) the plan worked out perfectly.  I couldn’t be happier with the results!

Working in hospitality makes you appreciate customer service/care that much more and this group has it in every staff member.   I look forward to my continued care with them and would recommend anyone looking for a similar experience to reach out to them!