Restorative prosthetics
Dental prosthetics can restore damaged or missing teeth. Crowns, inlays, bridges and removable dentures are selected with supporting tissues, your bite and everyday needs in mind. Planning includes materials, preparation, temporary options and ongoing care. No single type of restoration suits every clinical situation.
These pages explain different areas of dental care. The availability of a particular treatment and any involvement of specialist colleagues are discussed at consultation.
When to seek advice
- A tooth is extensively damaged or missing.
- You have concerns about an existing crown or denture.
- Several teeth need to be restored.
How assessment begins
Remaining teeth, supporting tissues, bite and older restorations are assessed to determine support for a future restoration.
Choosing an approach
Crowns, bridges and removable options are compared, with implant support considered where appropriate. Comfort, care and tissue health matter.
Options to discuss with your dentist
How care is planned
- 01
Assess teeth, supporting tissues and bite.
- 02
Choose a restoration design and discuss materials.
- 03
Prepare and take impressions or scans as planned.
- 04
Try in, fit and explain ongoing care.
Visits and timing
The plan may include preparation, a temporary restoration, laboratory work and try-ins. The sequence is agreed after assessment.
What affects the cost
- The type and extent of restoration
- Material, preparation and laboratory stages
Limitations and contraindications
Support, bite and the ability to clean the restoration affect design choices. Any preparation is discussed before fabrication.
Before choosing a method, the dentist reviews your general health, medicines, allergies and assessment findings. Website information does not replace an individual review of contraindications.
There is no wrong question
Zirconia or ceramic: which should I choose?
Material choice depends on the purpose, tooth position and biting forces. The dentist explains the advantages and limitations of suitable options.
Do restorations need ongoing care?
Yes. Home cleaning and review appointments remain part of care. The details depend on the restoration and surrounding tissues.
Related dental care
Let’s begin with your question.
Tell us what is concerning you. We will clarify treatment availability and the consultation format when arranging your visit.