Biomimetic Restorative Dentistry

San Francisco, CA

At Seven Hills Dental Group, we strive to provide our patients with the most conservative smile solutions to deliver healthy smiles that last. We are pleased to introduce biomimetic restorative dentistry, an exciting approach to dental care dedicated to preserving as much of your healthy tooth structure as possible. Our goal is to restore teeth in ways that most mimic nature’s designs to help you maintain a lifetime of natural teeth and healthy smiles!

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What Is Biomimetic Restorative Dentistry?

“Biomimetic” means “mimicking life or nature.” Biomimetic restorative dentistry takes its cues from nature, guiding the restoration process and ensuring the materials and techniques mirror the structure and function of your natural teeth. Unlike traditional restorative procedures, biomimetic dentistry prioritizes the preservation of healthy tooth structure, producing results that replicate the properties of natural teeth in terms of their strength, function, and esthetics.

At Seven Hills Dental Group, we use biomimetic materials designed to bond seamlessly with your remaining tooth structure, preserving the integrity of your natural teeth. Our biomimetic restorations include composite fillings, partial coverage, and full coverage ceramic or porcelain restorations. The application technique and material selection set biomimetic restorative dentistry apart, offering numerous advantages for our patients.

What Are the Benefits of Biomimetic Restorative Dentistry

Biomimetic dentistry offers conservative solutions to even the most complex concerns, minimizing the need for invasive procedures. Here’s a look at some of the many benefits of this new approach to restoring damaged teeth:

Preserving Healthy Tooth Structure: Biomimetic restorative dentistry aims to remove only the damaged or decayed tooth structure and bond your final restoration to the healthy tooth structure. We typically use a partial restoration, like an inlay or onlay, rather than removing a healthy tooth structure to accommodate a dental crown. This approach aims to strengthen the tooth while minimizing the risk of future decay or damage.

Less Post-Treatment Sensitivity: Tooth sensitivity is a common concern post-treatment, especially when extensive tooth preparation is involved. Biomimetic restorative dentistry helps preserve the tooth’s natural structure and reduces trauma to the inner pulp, minimizing sensitivity and providing a more comfortable patient experience.

Fewer Root Canal Treatments: When excessive amounts of healthy tooth structure are removed to place a restoration, the tooth may require future root canal therapy. Limiting the removal of healthy tooth structure helps reduce the need for root canal treatments, contributing to the long-term success and retention of your natural teeth. Even in many cases where there are deep cavities, biomimetic techniques may help prevent or delay unnecessary root canals.

Preserving Natural Teeth for a Lifetime: Our biomimetic restorations mimic the properties of your natural teeth, offering exceptional strength, durability, and longevity. They are designed to withstand the biting forces and rigors of everyday use, maintaining their integrity over time. Our goal is to help you keep your natural teeth for a lifetime rather than needing dental implants or other restorations to replace failing or extracted teeth.

Biocompatible Materials: Our biomimetic restorations are biocompatible, interacting harmoniously with the surrounding tooth structure and tissue. Oftentimes, restorative materials are harder than natural teeth, causing the tooth to fracture instead of restoration, which can lead to premature tooth loss. By using materials that behave more like your natural teeth, the chances of your natural tooth structure breaking are far less. Biomimetic materials not only provide aesthetic benefits but also promote oral health and overall well-being.

Cost-Effective in the Long Run: Biomimetic restorative dentistry helps deliver a higher level of care at a lower patient cost in the long run. The conservative techniques used help preserve natural, healthy teeth, minimizing the need for invasive and costly future treatments.