At Infinite Dental Wellness, we offer dental restorations that help patients stay in excellent oral health while keeping their smiles looking natural. A restoration repairs a tooth that has been damaged by injury or decay, bringing back both its function and its appearance so that once the work is complete, no one can tell the tooth was ever compromised. If your tooth is cracked, chipped, or damaged in any way, call (818) 541-1110 to schedule your appointment with our Glendale dental office.
Why Dental Restorations Are Necessary
There are two main reasons a tooth may need a restoration: damage and decay. Accidents can happen at any moment, whether it is a car wreck, a sports injury, a fall at work, or simply playing with the kids. In many of these situations, a tooth is cracked, chipped, or broken and needs treatment as soon as possible. Left untreated, the exposed area can become infected and increasingly uncomfortable.
Restorations are also necessary when a tooth becomes infected from within. When a cavity develops or a root canal is required, a restoration allows the tooth to keep functioning without being removed. This is far better for your long-term oral health, because keeping your natural teeth is almost always the best option. Natural teeth maintain your bite, support neighboring teeth, and preserve the structure of your jaw.
Signs You May Need a Restoration
- A tooth that is cracked, chipped, or broken
- Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods and drinks
- A visible cavity, dark spot, or hole in a tooth
- An old filling that has worn down, darkened, or fallen out
- Pain or discomfort when biting or chewing
- A tooth that has been treated with a root canal and needs protection
Customized Treatment Plans in Glendale
If you live in the Glendale area, schedule an appointment to learn about the restorations available for your specific situation. We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, we create customized treatment plans based on each patient's needs. The restoration that works well for your spouse is not necessarily the one we will recommend for you, because the right choice depends on which tooth is involved, how much structure remains, and your personal goals.
Dental Crowns
When a tooth is missing a large portion of its enamel, a dental crown is often the best restoration because it is a cap that completely surrounds and protects the tooth. With a crown in place, you can bite down with full force without worrying about discomfort or further damage. Crowns are frequently used after a root canal or when a tooth is severely cracked or chipped. They are available in all-ceramic and ceramic-on-metal as well as traditional all-metal materials, so patients can enjoy a strong, natural-looking result.
Dental Veneers
When a tooth is only slightly damaged with a small chip or crack, a veneer can restore it. A veneer is a thin shell placed on the front surface of a natural tooth, and it is frequently used to restore the front teeth. Placing a veneer is similar to placing a crown, but it requires less tooth preparation. If you live in Glendale, schedule an appointment so we can discuss whether a crown or a veneer is the better fit for your tooth.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
We use tooth-colored fillings to restore teeth that have had cavities. After we remove the decayed portion of the tooth, a filling replaces the missing enamel and seals the tooth against further decay. Traditionally this was done with silver amalgam, but as a mercury-free practice we use natural-looking materials that blend with your smile, so when you laugh, no one can tell you ever had a cavity.
Dental Bonding
For minor restorations, a simple bonding procedure is often all that is needed. Bonding is especially popular for restoring baby teeth, since a child does not need a veneer on a tooth that will soon fall out naturally. We can keep a baby tooth in place and functioning properly by restoring it with a tooth-colored bonding material that looks completely natural. Bonding is also useful for small chips and gaps in adult teeth.
Gain Full Functionality with a Natural Appearance
Sometimes a restoration is needed to replace a tooth entirely. Whether a tooth has been knocked out in an accident or lost to infection, there are several ways to restore your complete smile. To determine which approach is right for you, call (818) 541-1110 to schedule an appointment and consultation.
In many cases, a patient wears temporary dentures while deciding how to permanently replace a tooth. These are held in place by a small wire, much like a retainer. They are not meant for long-term use, but they help you look and feel normal while you choose your permanent solution.
Dental bridges are a popular and effective way to replace one or more missing teeth without surgery. With a bridge, a dental crown is placed on each of the two teeth surrounding the gap. These crowns act as anchors that hold a replacement tooth securely in place. The entire bridge is crafted in a dental lab to blend naturally with your surrounding teeth, restoring your ability to chew and speak comfortably.
For patients missing several teeth or a full arch, modern partial and complete dentures offer a comfortable, natural-looking option. Today's dentures are far more lifelike and well-fitting than those of the past, and our team will help you find the design that restores your smile and your confidence.
What to Expect and How to Care for Your Restoration
Most restorations begin with a thorough examination and, when needed, X-rays so we understand exactly what your tooth requires. Some restorations, such as fillings and bonding, can be completed in a single visit. Others, like crowns and bridges, typically involve a preparation appointment and a follow-up once your custom restoration returns from the lab. Throughout the process, we keep you comfortable and explain each step.
Caring for a restoration is much like caring for your natural teeth. Brush twice a day, floss daily, and keep up with regular checkups so we can monitor your restorations over time. Avoid using your teeth as tools and steer clear of habits like chewing ice or hard candy, which can damage both natural teeth and restorations. With good care, a well-made restoration can serve you for many years.
The Importance of Acting Early
When it comes to restorations, timing makes a real difference. A small cavity treated promptly often needs only a simple filling, but the same tooth left untreated may eventually require a crown or root canal as the decay spreads. A minor crack repaired early may be addressed with bonding or a veneer, while a crack that is ignored can deepen until the tooth can no longer be saved. The sooner you have a damaged or decayed tooth evaluated, the more options you typically have and the more natural tooth structure we can usually preserve.
This is also why regular checkups are so valuable. Many problems that need restoration cause little or no pain in their early stages. By examining your teeth twice a year, we can catch issues while they are still small and treat them conservatively, sparing you discomfort and helping you avoid more involved procedures down the road.
Comfortable, Anxiety-Free Treatment
We understand that the thought of restorative work makes some patients nervous, and we have built our care around comfort. We use gentle techniques, explain each step before we begin, and check in with you throughout. For patients who feel anxious, we offer options to help you relax so you can get the care you need without dread. Our entire team is committed to making restorative visits as calm and reassuring as possible.
Protecting Your Restorations for the Long Term
A well-made restoration can last many years, and good habits help it last even longer. Treat your restored teeth with the same care you give your natural ones, and be mindful of habits that can shorten their lifespan.
- Brush twice a day and floss daily to keep the area healthy
- Avoid chewing ice, hard candy, and other very hard foods
- Do not use your teeth to open packaging or bite non-food objects
- Wear a nightguard if you grind or clench your teeth while sleeping
- Keep up with regular checkups so we can monitor your restorations
- Address any chips, sensitivity, or looseness promptly rather than waiting
Restoring Both Health and Confidence
A damaged or missing tooth affects more than your ability to chew. It can change how you speak, how your bite functions, and how you feel about your smile. Restorations address all of these dimensions at once. By rebuilding a tooth with materials that match your natural enamel, we restore not only function but also the confidence that comes from a complete, healthy-looking smile. Patients frequently tell us how relieved they are to eat comfortably again and to smile without self-consciousness after their restoration is complete.
Frequently Asked Questions About Restorations
Many patients wonder how long a restoration will last. With good care, fillings, crowns, bridges, and veneers can serve you well for many years, though their lifespan depends on the type of restoration, where it is in your mouth, and how well you maintain it. We monitor your restorations at every checkup and let you know when one may need attention.
Why Choose Us for Your Restoration
When your smile needs repair, you want a team you can trust. Our practice combines USC-trained expertise with a gentle, patient-first approach and a commitment to preserving your natural teeth whenever possible. As a mercury-free office offering same-day emergency care, we are equipped to handle everything from a small chip to a more complex restoration, all in one convenient Glendale location. Your comfort, your health, and the natural beauty of your smile are always our priorities.
Matching Your Restoration to Your Natural Smile
One of the things patients appreciate most about modern restorations is how seamlessly they blend in. Gone are the days when a repaired tooth was obvious to everyone. Today we use tooth-colored materials such as composite resin, ceramic, and porcelain that are carefully shade-matched to your surrounding teeth, so a finished crown, veneer, filling, or bonded area looks like a natural part of your smile. We pay close attention not only to color but also to the shape, texture, and translucency of the restoration, since these details are what make the result convincing up close. As a mercury-free practice, we never use silver amalgam, which means even your back teeth can be restored with materials that look natural and that many patients prefer for both appearance and peace of mind.
Same-Day Help for Damaged Teeth
A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth often happens at the worst possible moment, and waiting can allow a small problem to turn into a painful one. That is why we reserve time in our schedule for same-day dental emergencies. If you damage a tooth, call us right away and we will do our best to see you quickly, relieve any discomfort, and protect the tooth from further harm or infection. In many cases we can begin the restoration at that first visit, and where a custom crown or bridge is needed from the lab, we will place a comfortable temporary so you can eat, speak, and smile normally while your permanent restoration is being made. Prompt care protects more of your natural tooth and usually means a simpler, more affordable solution.
We want restorative care to be affordable and stress-free. We accept all PPO dental insurance plans and will help you understand your benefits, though we do not participate in Medi-Cal or Denti-Cal. Our team is happy to review payment options with you before treatment begins. Led by husband-and-wife, USC-trained dentists Dr. Leon Kiraj and Dr. Liana Muradyan, our mercury-free practice has earned a 4.9-star rating across more than 300 reviews and offers same-day emergency care and gentle treatment for all ages. If you live in the Glendale area, call (818) 541-1110 to schedule your exam so you can stay healthy or receive treatment for a current concern.