Reconstructing Teeth

What is a dental crown?

A dental crown is a fixed restoration that covers the entire tooth. It is bonded over the prepared tooth to replace missing tooth structure, prevent further damage, and restore function and aesthetics.

• Pocket Depth Reduction - Gums should fit snugly around teeth. Periodontitis results in pockets forming in the spaces between your gums and teeth, allowing bacteria to accumulate and cause further damage. Dr Jeremy Vo of Australian Dental Specialists will clear the pockets of infection and retighten the gum tissue to eliminate or reduce pockets.
• Bone grafting - Periodontitis destroys the bone supporting teeth. A regenerative procedure can help to reverse some of the damage. After reducing the disease-causing bacteria, Dr Jeremy Vo may use membranes, bone grafts or tissue stimulating proteins to encourage your body’s ability to regenerate and recover healthy bone tissue.

• Root coverage - These procedures are often used to treat exposed roots of teeth caused by gum recession. Dr Jeremy Vo will take gum tissue from another part of your mouth, most commonly the palate (roof of mouth), and use it to cover the exposed roots or where there requires gum tissue. This helps protect the exposed root surfaces from decay and aid in reducing tooth sensitivity.
• Dental Implants - A dental implant is an artificial tooth root made out of metal. It is inserted into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. They are a long-term solution to missing teeth that are meant to look, feel and function more similarly to natural teeth. Dr Jeremy Vo can place a dental implant as an option to restore missing teeth in your mouth.