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Get Your Smile Back
Restorative Dentistry In Ruston
If one of your teeth is damaged or you have lost a tooth due to decay, gum disease, or an oral injury, Dr. Stuckey is here to help. At our office in Ruston, LA, we specialize in restoring teeth that have been damaged or lost. With our wide range of restorative treatments, we focus on giving you fully-functional, aesthetically-pleasing teeth and repairing any damage. No matter what has caused your damage or decay, give us a call to schedule a restorative consultation with Ruston dentist, Dr. Stuckey.
Treat Cavities
Composite & Amalgam Fillings
The best way to treat minor-to-moderate cavities is with a filling. By removing the damaged enamel and filling the tooth, the progression of tooth decay can be permanently halted. We offer both metal-amalgam fillings and composite, tooth-colored fillings at our office, and Dr. Stuckey will offer honest advice during your consultation to help you decide which option is right for you. Call us to learn more!
Replace Damaged or Missing Teeth
Crowns & Bridges
Dental crowns are an efficient, affordable way to restore a tooth after a serious cavity or an oral injury. Crowns cover the entire surface of your tooth to permanently repair its structure and protect it from further damage. After Dr. Stuckey prepares your tooth and removes the damaged enamel, he will build a natural-looking crown to cover and protect the remaining structure. We offer both lab-made and same-day crowns at our Ruston office.
Dental bridges are a related treatment. Bridges use two crowns attached to healthy “abutment” teeth adjacent to your missing tooth. These crowns are used to support a false tooth (pontic), which sits in the gap where your tooth used to be.
Replace Missing Teeth
Dental Implant Restorations
Dental implants consist of small, titanium rods that are surgically implanted in your gums and jaw. They can be used to support a variety of restorations, including dental crowns, bridges, and dentures. Single-tooth restorations, which consist of one dental crown, are common for patients who are missing only a few teeth.
However, patients missing multiple teeth can also have permanent, implant-supported dentures placed onto multiple dental implants. With an implant-retained denture, patients can restore all of their teeth at once. Implant-supported dentures offer a more secure hold and natural appearance compared to traditional dentures.
Get Your Smile Back
Full-Mouth Reconstructions
We pride ourselves on helping patients restore their smiles, no matter how small or extensive your needs may be. Dr. Stuckey offers full-mouth reconstructions for patients who require multiple treatments to achieve their dental health goals. With dentures, dental crowns & bridges, implants, and more, we can repair issues ranging from minor cosmetic imperfections to multiple missing and damaged teeth. For more information about which treatments may be right for you, schedule a consultation at our office.
Solutions for Tooth Loss
Partial & Full Dentures
Partial dentures are custom designed to replace multiple missing teeth. Patients often opt to restore their smiles with partial dentures because they are removable and convenient. We also offer full-arch dentures at our office, which require the extraction of all of your remaining teeth and fit closely to your gums. Using full-arch dentures, you can get your smile back after your teeth have been damaged by a serious oral health condition such as advanced gum disease or an accident.
Remove Infected or Damaged Teeth
Gentle Tooth Extractions
Whether you have a tooth that has been damaged by decay or an injury, or if your wisdom teeth need to be removed, we use powerful numbing agents and offer sedation to ensure your treatment is comfortable. We specialize in gentle, pain-free extractions in Ruston, and we will never suggest a tooth extraction unless it is absolutely necessary. Contact us for more information.
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