Composite fillings
Repair an area of decay or damage with material placed directly in the tooth. Tooth-colored composite can blend with the surrounding teeth.
Explore composite fillings ↗REPAIR & TOOTH REPLACEMENT
Restorative dentistry
in Thousand Oaks.
Care for the teeth you have.
Options for the teeth you’re missing.
A broken tooth, worn restoration, or missing teeth can change everyday comfort. At Lombard Dental Studio, Dr. Vadim Lebovich helps you understand repair and replacement options, compare the choices, and plan your next step.
WHAT IS RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY?
Restore everyday function.
Consider the whole smile.
Restorative care repairs damaged teeth or replaces missing ones. The goal is to support chewing, comfort, and appearance with treatment that fits your dental condition.
Care can range from one filling to a staged plan involving several teeth. You do not need to choose a procedure before your examination.
Inlays & onlays
Custom partial restorations repair selected areas. An onlay covers one or more cusps when that coverage is appropriate.
Explore inlays & onlays ↗Dental crowns
Cover the visible part of a damaged or weakened tooth. A crown may also form the visible replacement tooth on an implant.
Explore dental crowns ↗WHEN THE TOOTH CAN BE KEPT
Repair what’s damaged.
Preserve what can remain.
The amount of sound tooth, the extent of damage, and your bite help determine the restoration. Your examination helps identify which option fits your tooth.
UNDERSTAND THE RECOMMENDATION
Why this restoration
for this tooth?
Ask what makes a filling, onlay, or crown suitable, how much tooth preparation is involved, and what alternatives are reasonable.
If the inner pulp needs treatment, a root canal may be part of the plan before the final restoration.
Learn about root canal treatment ↗WHEN A TOOTH IS MISSING
Compare replacement
options with care.
Consider fixed or removable teeth, the condition of neighboring teeth, your gums and bone, healing time, maintenance, and cost.
Dental implants
Implants placed in the jaw can support a crown, bridge, or denture. Assessment and healing are part of the plan.
Explore dental implants ↗Dentures
Removable partial or complete dentures replace missing teeth. Fit, adaptation, adjustments, and daily care matter.
Explore dentures ↗Dental bridges
A fixed bridge replaces a gap using support from neighboring teeth or implants. Ask how the supporting teeth and cleaning needs affect your options.
Discuss bridge options ↗THE IMPLANT & THE RESTORATION
Understand each part
of the replacement.
The implant is the supporting post in the jaw. The crown, bridge, or denture attached to it forms the replacement teeth.
A full-arch plan requires individual assessment. The implant number, final teeth, timing, and ongoing cleaning needs should be explained before treatment.
Read about implant treatment ↗
YOUR TREATMENT PLAN
Start with your needs.
Leave with clear options.
Tell us about pain, broken dental work, chewing difficulties, and what you want to change. Share your health history, medications, and previous dental experiences.
- Review the examination and appropriate imaging.
- Discuss which teeth can be repaired and what needs replacement.
- Compare materials, appearance, maintenance, and costs.
- Understand the priorities, visits, and healing stages.
- Ask about comfort measures and follow-up care.
AFTER TREATMENT
Your restoration
still needs care.
Clean for the restoration you have
Ask how to clean around fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, or removable teeth. Different restorations have different care needs.
Keep reviewing fit and function
Report pain, looseness, chipping, or changes in your bite. Dentures may need adjustment as your mouth changes.
Protect the surrounding teeth and tissues
Regular dental care remains important after treatment. Discuss grinding, plaque control, and any areas you find difficult to clean.
Daily hygiene guidance ↗COSTS, INSURANCE & PAYMENT
A plan you understand.
An estimate you can review.
Costs depend on the procedures, materials, number of teeth, and any preparatory care. Ask for an estimate explaining temporary and final restorations, relevant visits, and maintenance.
Insurance plans differ in covered services, deductibles, annual limits, and replacement rules. Confirm expected benefits before treatment.
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Your restorative
dentistry questions.
Bring your priorities and questions. An examination helps turn the options into a personal plan.
New patient information ↗What is restorative dentistry?
Restorative dentistry repairs damaged teeth and replaces missing teeth to support function and appearance. Your plan may include fillings, partial restorations, crowns, bridges, dentures, or implant-supported teeth, depending on your needs.
What is basic restorative dentistry?
People often use this term for simpler repairs such as fillings. Insurance plans may classify procedures as basic or major services, but their definitions and benefits vary. Ask about the clinical recommendation and your plan’s coverage separately.
How is restorative care different from cosmetic dentistry?
Restorative care focuses on repairing or replacing teeth and supporting function. Cosmetic care focuses on appearance. The goals can overlap, such as a tooth-colored restoration that also improves the look of a damaged tooth.
Can a damaged tooth be repaired instead of removed?
Often a restoration can preserve a tooth, but this depends on the damage, remaining structure, cracks, and supporting tissues. An examination helps determine whether retaining the tooth is reasonable and what alternatives to consider.
Do I need a filling, an onlay, or a crown?
The right amount of coverage depends on the tooth. A filling repairs an area directly, an onlay covers one or more cusps, and a crown covers the visible tooth. Ask your dentist to explain why a specific option is recommended.
Are implants the only way to replace missing teeth?
No. Bridges and removable dentures can be alternatives in appropriate cases. Implants involve surgery and healing, while other options have different requirements. Compare maintenance, treatment time, costs, and the health of nearby teeth.
Can you repair existing crowns, dentures, or implant restorations?
Have a loose, chipped, uncomfortable, or poorly fitting restoration examined. Depending on its condition, adjustment, repair, or replacement may be appropriate. An implant problem also needs assessment of the supporting implant and tissues.
Will treatment be completed in one appointment?
Some fillings may be completed in one visit. Custom restorations, denture care, and implant treatment can require multiple visits and healing stages. Ask for a timeline that explains temporary and final restorations.
How much does restorative dentistry cost?
Costs depend on the procedures, materials, number of teeth, and any preparatory care. Ask for an itemized estimate, alternatives, and what future maintenance may involve. Insurance benefits and financing terms are separate considerations.
How long will a restoration last?
Lifespan varies with the restoration, tooth condition, bite forces, daily care, and follow-up. No restoration is guaranteed to last indefinitely. Attend regular reviews and report pain, looseness, cracks, or changes in fit.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Let’s plan the care
your smile needs.
Visit Lombard Dental Studio in Thousand Oaks to discuss repairing damaged teeth, replacing missing teeth, or reviewing existing dental work.
Visit our studio
245 Lombard St
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Monday–Friday · 10 am–5 pm
Contact & directions ↗Further reading: ADA: crowns · ADA: implants · ADA: dentures · ADA: bridges
