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Biomimetic Dentistry in Meridian, ID

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Stronger, Healthier Teeth with Biomimetic Dentistry

Preserve your natural tooth structure and prevent future dental issues with advanced, minimally invasive care

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Your teeth are engineering marvels designed to withstand pressure, absorb shock, and last a lifetime. Biomimetic dentistry embraces this natural design by using materials and techniques that replicate the structure and function of real teeth. By avoiding unnecessary drilling and using adhesive-based restorations, biomimetic dentistry helps prevent fractures, extends the lifespan of your teeth, and keeps your smile looking and feeling its best.

At Restoration Dentistry, biomimetic dentistry allows us to restore teeth with minimal intervention, preserving their strength, function, and natural beauty. By using advanced bonding techniques and materials that mimic real enamel, we create restorations that are durable and feel and look just like your natural teeth. Biomimetic dentistry can be a game changer in preserving your smile and giving you quality oral health for years to come.

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What Is Biomimetic Dentistry?

Biomimetic dentistry is a field of dentistry that focuses on fixing teeth while preserving their function and structure. It uses special materials and techniques to restore damaged teeth in a way that looks, feels, and works like real teeth. The goal is to avoid unnecessary drilling, protect the tooth from further damage, and keep bacteria from causing more problems.

Biomimetic dentistry is designed to stop the tooth death cycle when you get a cavity. In traditional dentistry, the tooth will need a filling, which will eventually decay and need a crown, then a root canal, and finally lead to the death of the tooth in the worst cases. Instead, biomimetic dentistry uses minimally invasive restorations and preserves as much of the natural tooth structure as possible to avoid the tooth death cycle. A biomimetic restoration is used rather than a dental filling, and in place of a traditional crown, we offer biomimetic onlays.

While biomimetic dentistry is ideal in most restorative situations, it might not always be the right solution for everyone. Because biomimetic dentistry takes additional treatment time and requires more extensive attention to detail, it is unnecessary for children who need restorations to their baby teeth. These baby teeth will fall out as adult teeth grow, allowing traditional restoration treatments to be used.

Why Biomimetic Materials Are Essential

Traditional dentistry can often damage teeth as it uses materials that are too rigid or stressful. For example, one of the most popular crown materials, zirconia, is too hard and can put unnecessary strain and wear on the teeth that bite against it. In addition, some dentists are still using mercury fillings, which can severely damage the teeth and cause health issues if they leak. This results in more serious damage, often requiring more invasive and costly treatments to fix in the long run.

Instead of traditional restoration materials, your biomimetic dentist, Dr. Clayton, will use materials that mimic your natural tooth structure so that it can flex and function just like your actual tooth. A quality biomimetic dentist will also use advanced bonding systems in their dental restorations to ensure the best results.

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Patient Stories
‘‘So thankful for Dr Clayton and his team at Restoration! I love their holistic approach to dentistry. We need more holistic providers that care about our wellbeing and not just about making a buck. Love and appreciate you guys!’’

-Sarah Ebeling

What Are the Benefits of Biomimetic Dentistry?

Biomimetic dentistry offers a more innovative, natural approach to dental care, providing long-lasting restorations, stronger teeth, and little to no discomfort. Here are some of the most significant benefits of biomimetic dentistry compared to conventional methods:

  • Preserves as much tooth structure as possible
  • Strengthens the tooth by using materials similar to natural teeth
  • Seals the tooth to prevent bacteria
  • Reduces the need for a root canal by 99%
  • Little to no discomfort or sensitivity
  • High success rate, around 97% after 12 years
  • Stops the tooth death cycle
  • More cost-effective over the long term

Unfortunately, dental crowns are too often prescribed in traditional dentistry, causing unnecessary and invasive removal of the natural tooth’s structure. Isolation methods are also lacking in conventional dental treatments. This allows for a wet, humid environment that promotes the tooth death cycle. Instead, biomimetic dentistry requires a rubber dam and a completely dry environment to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and lead to better treatment outcomes.

Restore Your Smile Through Biomimetic Dentistry at Restoration Dentistry

At Restoration Dentistry, we believe in preserving your natural smile while delivering exceptional results. Our innovative approach ensures treatments are both comfortable and effective, focusing on the long-term health of your teeth rather than temporary fixes. Dr. Clayton’s advanced techniques protect your natural tooth structure while addressing the root causes of dental issues.

Ready to experience dentistry that works with your body instead of against it? Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care that keeps your smile healthy and beautiful for years to come. Call us today at (208) 229-1500 or reach out through our contact form to schedule your appointment.

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