Newport Beach General Dental Services

General dentistry covers a broad variety of procedures. Though general dentistry deals mainly with preventative treatments, many dentists continue their training to include cosmetic and restorative procedures. Below you will find information on a couple of restorative and cosmetic procedures that can be performed by general dentists.

Dental Fillings

Teeth can be damaged by tooth decay, dental trauma, or natural wearing. In such cases, dental fillings are used to repair the damaged tooth structure. The procedure requires the damaged portion of the tooth to be removed before the filling can be placed. Then the dentist will fill the open space of the tooth with a filling material. Your dentist will help you decide which material is appropriate for your filling.

Bonding

When a tooth is chipped or cracked, your dentist may recommend a restorative procedure called bonding. In a bonding procedure, your dentist will use composite resins as glue to attach a special material to the damaged tooth. The material applied to the tooth is shaped and colored to match the rest of the tooth, producing a seamless cover over the damaged area.

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