What is Biomimetic Dentistry?
Biomimetic dentistry is an advanced approach to dental care that focuses on preserving the natural structure of your teeth. It draws inspiration from the way teeth are naturally designed, using materials and techniques that mimic the properties of your natural enamel and dentin.
At Smile Moore Dental, we prioritize this method to restore teeth in a way that’s more conservative, longer-lasting, and healthier for your overall well-being.
By using cutting-edge adhesive technology and restorative materials, biomimetic dentistry ensures your smile looks and functions naturally, helping prevent the need for more invasive procedures in the future.
Who Is Biomimetic Dentistry For?
Biomimetic dentistry is ideal for patients seeking a more natural, minimally invasive solution to dental issues such as cavities, cracks, or wear and tear. If you’re looking to avoid traditional treatments like dental crowns or root canals, this approach may be right for you.
It’s perfect for:
- Patients wanting to preserve as much of their natural tooth structure as possible
- Individuals seeking alternatives to crowns, root canals, or aggressive tooth reduction
- Those who have experienced cracked teeth or failed dental work and want a more durable solution
- Patients looking for long-lasting restorations that blend seamlessly with their natural teeth
If you live in Charlotte area and have been looking for conservative dental treatments, Smile Moore Dental can help you explore the benefits of biomimetic dentistry.
More Conservative Dentistry for Natural Results
Biomimetic dentistry aligns with our philosophy of preserving the natural beauty and function of your teeth. Unlike traditional dental methods, which may remove significant amounts of healthy tooth structure, biomimetic techniques focus on being conservative.
Key benefits include:
- Minimal removal of tooth structure: This reduces the risk of future complications and maintains the strength of your natural teeth.
- Better bonding techniques: Advanced adhesives create stronger, longer-lasting bonds than traditional methods.
- Less invasive procedures: We avoid unnecessary drilling and filing, making treatments more comfortable and requiring less recovery time.
At Smile Moore Dental, we are committed to providing Charlotte residents with state-of-the-art treatments that ensure the longevity and health of their teeth. If you’re looking for a practice that values the integrity of your natural smile, biomimetic dentistry may be the perfect fit.
Alternatives to Dental Crowns
Onlays and inlays are custom-made restorations designed to repair specific parts of a damaged tooth without covering the entire tooth, as a crown would. These restorations are tailored to fit precisely into the prepared area of the tooth, filling in the damaged section while preserving as much of the natural tooth as possible.
- Inlays fit within the cusps (points) of your tooth and are typically used to repair mild to moderate damage or decay.
- Onlays, on the other hand, extend over one or more of the cusps, making them ideal for larger repairs or when the tooth is weakened but doesn’t need a full crown.
Composite resins are versatile, tooth-colored materials used to restore decayed, chipped, or otherwise damaged teeth. Unlike crowns, which require removing a significant portion of the tooth, composite resins can be applied directly to the tooth’s surface and shaped to match the natural contours of your smile. They bond seamlessly with your existing tooth structure, allowing for a highly aesthetic, functional, and durable result.
Adhesive restorations are a hallmark of biomimetic dentistry, utilizing advanced bonding techniques and materials to rebuild and strengthen teeth. Instead of relying on traditional crowns that involve significant tooth reduction, adhesive restorations focus on conserving and protecting the natural tooth structure. Using specialized adhesives, the restoration is bonded directly to the tooth, creating a seamless and durable integration that mimics the tooth’s natural flexibility and strength.
This method allows for the tooth to be restored without removing large amounts of enamel or dentin, ensuring that the tooth remains structurally sound for years to come. Adhesive restorations are especially beneficial in cases of cracks, fractures, or moderate decay, as they create a strong, resilient bond that reduces the risk of further damage. This biomimetic approach ensures a more conservative, comfortable, and long-lasting solution compared to traditional crowns.
At Smile Moore Dental, we believe in only using the latest in dental technology to bring our patients steps closer to optimal oral health. (It’s part of our commitment to YOU!)
From digital x-rays to the iTero Element (for easy digital dental impressions) to the Ceramill In-house dental lab for restorations in a day, we offer advanced technology at our practice paired with personalized dental care to get you feeling better about your smile.