Restorative Dentistry

Restorative dentistry repairs and replaces damaged, decaying, and extracted teeth. At Smile By the Station Dentistry in Seattle, Washington, cosmetic and family dentist Ok Kyu Lee, DDS, and the team offer several types of restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, dental implants, dentures, and fillings. Call Smile By the Station Dentistry today to schedule restorative dentistry, or book your appointment online.

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Restorative Dentistry Q&A

Are restorative dentistry and cosmetic dentistry the same thing?

Restorative dentistry and cosmetic dentistry both correct oral health problems, but they aren’t the same thing:

Restorative dentistry

Restorative dentistry repairs or replaces damaged, decaying, or missing permanent teeth. It prevents problems from progressing so your smile stays healthy.

Cosmetic dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry focuses on your smile’s overall appearance. Rather than correcting underlying oral health problems, it works to make your teeth and gums more beautiful and symmetrical.

What services does restorative dentistry provide?

The Smile By the Station Dentistry team offers several types of restorative dentistry, including:

Crowns

A dental crown covers a damaged or severely decaying tooth. The crown restores your tooth’s shape and size, improving your biting and chewing abilities.

Bridges

A dental bridge “bridges” a gap in your smile caused by a knocked-out or extracted tooth.

Bridges have a false tooth (pontic) and two crowns or a metal frame. The false tooth fills the gap in your smile, and the crowns or frame hold it in place.

Dental implants

Dental implants are small titanium posts used to replace your tooth roots. They fuse with your upper or lower jaw after placement, providing a foundation for crowns, bridges, or implant-retained dentures.

Dentures

Dentures are removable appliances that replace most or all of your natural teeth. They rest on top of your gums, letting you bite and chew confidently.

Fillings

Dental fillings repair minor enamel damage caused by cavities or general wear-and-tear. The Smile By the Station Dentistry team offers tooth-colored fillings made of composite resin. These fillings look all-natural and blend in with your smile.

Are the results of restorative dentistry permanent?

Restorative dentistry techniques, like crowns and bridges, provide lasting results, but they aren’t permanent. Since restorations are synthetic and made from materials like ceramic and plastic, they break down due to brushing, flossing, biting, and chewing.

Most dental restorations last 10-12 years* on average. To keep your dental restorations in top condition, brush your teeth twice daily, floss regularly, and visit Smile By the Station Dentistry every six months for dental cleanings and professional oral exams.

Call Smile By the Station Dentistry today to schedule a restorative dentistry consultation, or book your appointment online.

*Individual results may vary.

Testimonials

“Due to moving to Seattle, my wife and I needed to establish ourselves with a local dental facility. Positive reviews and proximity lead us to Smile by the Station. We were both very happy with the experience that we had at our initial appointment. The entire staff, including the front desk, the dental hygienists, and Dr. Lee were very welcoming, attentive, and professional. We look forward to continuing our care with them. We would definitely recommend them to others.”
Gerard H.

“My appointment was prompt and on time. Dr. Lee is personable, and I have been a loyal patient of the facility for over a decade. I appreciate the friendly staff and the ease of messaging to reschedule appointments when needed.”
Terri D.

“Great dentistry, doctors and staff are super easy to communicate with, helpful with scheduling, great with reminders, understanding of schedule conflicts, and were able to rush a new crown for me before a 2week trip. Really lucky they’re in my neighborhood!”
Kiernan H

“I had an oral procedure done at this clinic and Dr. Lee and his team were very kind and hospitable. They were very swift and accommodating and did everything to make me feel comfortable and supported throughout my procedure”
Hannan A.

“I always have a pleasant visit at Smile by the Station Dentistry. I have been a patient for over 10 years and always have had consistent, thoughtful care.”
Sarah R.

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