Restorative Dentistry in Virginia Beach, VA

We know that you take good care of your teeth at home with daily brushing and flossing. And at Smile by Design in Virginia Beach, VA, Dr. Stephanie Santos and Dr. Vanita Folck and their staff of dental hygienists and assistant take really, really good care of your teeth in the office. But despite all of these good efforts, there usually comes a time when some type of restorative dentistry is necessary. For those times, you can count on Smiles by Design to have the restorative treatment you need.

Tooth Colored Fillings

Dental cavities are probably the most common oral condition requiring a restorative treatment. At Smile by Design, we repair cavities with tooth-colored fillings. Made of dental porcelain and composite materials, these fillings are not only natural-looking, they are strong and durable, too. Moreover, they require less tooth prep, so you retain more of your natural tooth structure with a tooth-colored filling.

Dental Implants

Whether you are missing teeth because of serious decay or traumatic injury, it’s important to replace those teeth. Dental implants are a lifelike tooth replacement, because they not only replace the crown of a missing tooth, but the root as well. As such, dental implants help you avoid the bone deterioration that can happen when a tooth root is missing. Dental implants can also be strategically placed along the arch to securely hold a partial or full denture in place.

Other Kinds of Tooth Restoration

A crown is a tooth restoration that fully encapsulates a tooth to protect it from further damage. At Smile by Design, we offer CEREC one-visit crowns, so you only need to make one appointment. For teeth that are chipped or cracked, there is cosmetic bonding, which uses composite materials to restore a tooth’s appearance and function. Likewise, inlays and onlays use these materials to repair the chewing surface of your molars.

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If you need restorative dentistry services, then schedule an appointment at Smile by Design in Virginia Beach, VA. We also serve patients from the surrounding areas, including Fort Story, Sandbridge, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and more.

With Children’s Dentistry, Smile by Design Cares for Kids’ Teeth

In February, there is a special day for romantics and a day for presidents. But did you know that the entire month is devoted to children’s dental health? The American Dental Association® has designated February as National Children’s Dental Health Month. At Smile by Design in Virginia Beach, VA, our dentists and their staff take your children’s dental health seriously every day of the year. If you’re looking for a children’s dentist who cares about your kids and their teeth, make an appointment with Dr. Stephanie Santos or Dr. Vanita Folck.

Both of our dentists are moms, too, so they know exactly how kids can be when it comes to taking care of their teeth and going to the dentist; they may miss a brushing now and then and appointments at the dentist are not their favorite activities. Nevertheless, they are important, so we try to make their first encounters with us as pleasurable as possible.

We’d like to start seeing your children around the time that they turn two years old. That’s when a fair number of their teeth have erupted and they can usually sit in the exam chair comfortably. At this first visit, we’ll show them around the office before we begin the exam. Then, we’ll gently examine their teeth and gums, check for early signs of tooth decay and count their teeth. If they seem ready, we’ll quickly clean their teeth, too.

The Children’s Dentist Virginia Beach Trusts

As your children grow and their smiles develop, we’ll likely need to apply a topical fluoride treatment. Fluoride is a mineral that has been proven to strengthen teeth’s enamel, the first line of defense against decay-causing bacteria. Another defense is dental sealants, which are applied to your children’s molars to shield them against decay, as well.

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If it’s time for your children to see a children’s dentist, then schedule an appointment with Smile by Design in Virginia Beach, VA. We also serve patients from the surrounding areas, including Fort Story, Sandbridge, Portsmouth, Norfolk, and more.