Restorative dentistry
Restorative dentistry.
Repairing and protecting teeth that are damaged, decayed or worn, with fillings, crowns, bridges and root canal treatment.
What it involves
Restorative dentistry repairs teeth affected by decay, cracks, wear or previous dental work. Depending on what’s found, treatment may involve a tooth-coloured filling, a crown to cover and protect a weakened tooth, a bridge to replace a missing tooth, or root canal treatment to save a tooth with an infected nerve.
- Tooth-coloured (composite) fillings
- Crowns to restore and protect a damaged tooth
- Bridges to replace one or more missing teeth
- Root canal treatment to retain a tooth where possible
Who it’s for
Restorative care is for anyone with a tooth that is decayed, broken, sensitive, or causing discomfort, or who has an older filling that needs replacing. Where a tooth can be saved, we’ll usually aim to keep your own tooth rather than remove it.
Treatment plans are tailored to your teeth. Where a problem is more complex, we may refer you to a specialist and coordinate your care.
What to expect
A filling is usually completed in a single visit. Crowns, bridges and root canal treatment generally involve more than one appointment. We use local anaesthetic so the procedure is comfortable, and explain aftercare before you leave.
Before any treatment we’ll discuss the options, the likely number of visits, and provide a written quote. There’s no obligation to proceed on the day.
Pricing
The fees below are a guide to common restorative dentistry services. A full written quote is provided after your examination, as individual needs vary.
Indicative ‘from’ prices, current as at 2026. Fees vary with individual clinical needs and are confirmed in a written quote after examination.
Common questions
Will I need a crown after a root canal?
Often a tooth that has had root canal treatment is restored with a crown to protect it, because it can become more brittle. Your dentist will advise based on the tooth.
Are your fillings tooth-coloured?
Yes. We use tooth-coloured composite for most fillings so they blend with your natural teeth. We’ll discuss the right material for the tooth involved.
Can a damaged tooth always be saved?
Not always, but we’ll explain the options. Where a tooth can be restored we’ll usually recommend keeping it; where it can’t, we’ll talk through replacement options.
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