We offer restorative dental care to fix a range of problems like missing or damaged teeth and issues with your bite. Our goal is to restore the full function and health of your teeth, gums, and jaw with custom treatments. At our Sarasota dental office, you can ask questions and get the high-quality care you deserve. We also offer many other dental services to help prevent future problems.
Dr. Melvin Benson and the team at Integrated Dental have the experience to handle simple and complex dental issues. We take a complete approach to ensure long-lasting results that work for you.
Why Replace Missing Teeth
Dr. Benson provides several ways to replace missing or damaged teeth, including dental implants, dentures, and bridges. Losing teeth is a serious issue that needs a thorough exam before deciding on the best treatment. Each option has its pros and cons, but no matter which you choose, we strongly recommend replacing missing teeth. Replacing teeth can:
- Improve your oral health
- Protect your jawbone
- Help with chewing and nutrition
- Boost your confidence and appearance
- Improve your speech
Restorative Dentistry in Sarasota, FL
Restorative dentistry helps bring back your smile and improves how your teeth work and feel. We offer a range of restorative services to fix different issues using the latest tools and techniques.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are durable and permanent replacements for missing teeth. They have three parts: a titanium screw, an attachment piece, and a dental crown. After we place the implant in your jaw, it fuses with the bone in about three to six months. Dental implants can hold a single crown or larger restorations like bridges and dentures.
Are you tired of dentures slipping around and hurting your gums? Dr. Benson can also replace them with comfortable implant-supported dentures. To learn more about our dental implant services, see Dental Implants.
Dental Bridge
A dental bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth. It includes false teeth and crowns that attach to them. Traditional bridges use the teeth next to the gap for support, which may need some adjusting. We can replace up to three missing teeth in a row with a bridge.
Dr. Benson also offers implant-secured bridges. These last much longer and don’t need natural teeth for support. To learn more about dental bridges, see Dental Bridge.
Dentures and Partials
We provide full dentures, partials, and implant-supported dentures for patients missing several or all teeth. Full dentures replace an entire row of teeth, while partials fill in the gaps where some teeth are missing. Dentures consist of false teeth attached to an acrylic base that blends in with your gums. To learn more about our dentures, partials, and implant-secured dentures, see Dentures and Partials.
Dental Crown
A dental crown acts as a cap to restore and protect weak or damaged teeth after a root canal. Modern crowns consist of strong porcelain so they’re not noticeable. You can also replace a single missing tooth with an implant-supported crown.
At Integrated Dental, we use advanced technology to design and create custom crowns in a single visit. Our crowns match the color of your teeth so they blend in perfectly with your smile. To learn more about our dental crown process, see Dental Crown.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Gum disease is a bacterial infection that affects the gums. Since gums support your teeth, it’s important to treat gum disease early before it causes you to lose your teeth. Common signs include bleeding, swelling, and sensitivity.
Ignoring gum disease will only make it worse, leading to more severe problems. Dr. Benson emphasizes catching and treating gum disease early. Regular checkups are key to preventing the following issues:
- Tooth loss
- Infections and abscesses
- Increased risk of heart disease
- Worsening diabetes
- Breathing problems
- Pregnancy complications
- Loss of jawbone
- Higher risk of certain cancers
We offer deep cleaning treatments like scaling and root planing to remove bacteria and prevent further damage. Untreated gum disease can lead to tooth loss, bone loss, and receding gums. To learn more about restoring your gum health, see Periodontal Disease Treatment.
TMJ Treatment
TMJ disorders cause pain in the jaw, face and surrounding areas. Symptoms include muscle and jaw pain, headaches, trouble opening and closing your mouth, and teeth grinding (bruxism). TMD issues happen when stress or pressure causes problems in the joints that connect your jaw to your skull. Many people with TMD experience pain in their face and mouth because major nerves in your face operate the jaw joints.
If you notice pain in your face or jaw, reach out to Dr. Benson. He has completed advanced training focused on jaw comfort and the connection between the TMJ (jaw joint). We offer custom night guards to relieve TMJ symptoms and protect your teeth from damage. To learn more about our TMJ/TMD treatment options, see TMJ Treatment.
Sleep Apnea
If you wake up gasping for air or feel tired during the day, you may have sleep apnea. The usual treatment is a CPAP machine. This device delivers air through a mask while you sleep so you get enough oxygen.
Sleep apnea can seriously impact your health if you don’t address it in time. Obstructive Sleep Apnea stops your body from getting enough oxygen. It increases the risk of heart problems like high blood pressure, heart attacks, strokes, and irregular heartbeats.
Sleep apnea disrupts your sleep, even if you don’t remember waking up at night. It can lead to daytime fatigue, depression, memory issues, and difficulty focusing. So this could be the case if you feel tired and irritable during the day.
Untreated sleep apnea can reduce your quality of life. It causes ongoing fatigue and health problems that noticeably affect every part of your life.
For those with mild to moderate sleep apnea, we offer an oral appliance. This mouthguard moves the lower jaw forward to help you breathe better and is much more comfortable than a CPAP machine. To learn more about sleep apnea and the services we provide to prevent it, see Sleep Apnea.
Get Expert Restorative Dental Care at Integrated Dental
To learn more about how we can help restore your teeth and improve your oral health, schedule a consultation with Dr. Melvin Benson. He will work with you to choose the best treatment for your needs. Request an appointment online or call 941-270-9755. No matter what kind of dental issues you have, we can help you regain a healthy and comfortable smile.