Dental technologies have been evolving at a rapid pace over the past decade. More options and alternatives are now available to patients who wish to restore function or enhance the appearance of their teeth and smiles. While cosmetic dentistry typically refers to procedures that are meant to improve dental aesthetics and restorative dentistry refers to […]
At South Lakewood Dental, one focus of Dr. Stewart is the use of biomimetics in dentistry. Biomimetics, which stands for bio (nature) and mimetic (mimicking), “mimics nature” by working with the tooth’s natural characteristics. How does biomimetics work? The natural tooth bends and flexes, which keeps it from breaking each time patients chew. Crowns, placed […]
Your natural teeth are meant to last a lifetime, but things happen. Trauma, decay, and other factors can lead to the need for restorative dentistry. In traditional dentistry, patients who have a cavity or broken tooth often get regular fillings or dental crowns. The problem with these restorations is that they weaken the natural tooth […]
We often find ourselves drawn to someone who has a warm and inviting smile. Wouldn’t it be great if you were the person with that beautiful smile? With the help of your Lakewood, CO restorative dentist, the smile of your dreams is more attainable than ever. Our restorative dentist helps patients to achieve uniquely individual […]
Dentistry has historically placed the greatest amount of attention on the mouth. After all, you see your dentist to prevent or treat oral conditions. At South Lakewood Dental, the holistic approach goes a step further than looking at the mouth and its structures; it also looks at how oral conditions and restorative care will affect […]
Restorative dentistry involves repairing and restoring decayed, damaged, or dislodged teeth. When teeth need to be restored, the South Lakewood Dental team offers an alternative to crowns called biomimetics. Instead of removing healthy tooth structure in preparation for crowns, only the damaged portions of teeth are eliminated. This ensures that the teeth remain as intact […]
At South Lakewood Dental, our team encourages patients to think holistically. The smile is linked to the entire body, so a healthy mouth can translate to a healthy body. Studies show that periodontal disease, an infection of the mouth, can cause bacteria to enter the bloodstream and appear elsewhere in the body, causing a myriad […]
If your smile has been damaged for any reason, it might be time for your dentist to fit you with a dental restoration so that you can enjoy a beautiful, fully functional smile once again. Your dentist near Denver can offer you a number of different dental restorations to meet your smile’s needs. There are […]
Dr. Scott Stewart and the team of South Lakewood Dental are here to assist patients in learning more about restorative dentistry procedures available to them. Whether teeth are damaged and need to be repaired or are missing altogether, our practice offers restorative methods that suit the needs and budget of patients. Veneers Made of porcelain, […]