Conservative DentistryWhat is it?
A specialty focused on preserving your natural teeth as much as possible
Conservative Dentistry is a specialty field within dentistry, that preserves and restores damaged or diseased teeth without extractionas its goal.
Cavity treatment, Root Canal Treatment, esthetic Composite Resin restorations, Teeth Whitening, and more all fall under Conservative Dentistry.
In Conservative Dentistry treatments we provide
Main treatment areas managed by a Conservative Dentistry specialist
Cavity Treatment (Restoration)
We remove decay and restore tooth form and function with Composite Resin, Ceramic Inlay/Onlay, or a Crown.
Root Canal Treatment (endodontic treatment)
If decay has progressed and infected the nerve (pulp), we remove the infected tissue and seal the canals to preserve the tooth.
Esthetic Composite Resin Restoration
Using tooth-colored Composite Resin, we naturally restore chipped front teeth, gaps, and shape irregularities.
Teeth Whitening
A procedure that brightens discolored teeth using whitening gel and light. Both vital and non-vital teeth whitening are available.
Root Canal Retreatment
If a previous Root Canal Treatment has failed, we retreat the tooth to save it. It is the last attempt to preserve the tooth before extraction.
Dental Trauma Treatment
We provide emergency care and restoration for fractured or dislodged teeth after accidents, aiming to return them as close as possible to their original condition.
What is a Conservative Dentistry specialist?
A specialist focused on saving teeth
Conservative Dentistry specialistcompletes 6 years of dental school and then trains in a university hospital’s Conservative Dentistry department for a 3-year residencyand must pass the board examination to be certified.
During training they study hard-tissue (enamel and dentin) restoration, Root Canal Treatment, adhesive dentistry, and esthetic dentistry in depth.
There’s a saying, “Let a Conservative Dentistry specialist take one more look before extraction,” underscoring its role as the last line of defense for preserving your natural teeth.
Conservative Dentistry Frequently Asked Questions
We handle all treatments that preserve natural teeth, including cavity treatment (Composite Resin, inlay, Crown), Root Canal Treatment, esthetic Composite Resin restorations, Teeth Whitening, and care for dental trauma.
We use local anesthesia, so there’s little to no pain during treatment. You may feel temporary discomfort afterward, but it usually goes away within 2~3 days.
Composite Resin is placed directly into the tooth, so same-day treatment is possible. A Ceramic Inlay is made from an impression at a dental lab; it’s stronger and more precise for larger cavities.
In most cases, it’s recommended. After Root Canal Treatment, the tooth loses its blood supply and becomes weaker, so placing a Crown helps protect it and reduce the risk of fracture.
Need cavity care or a Root Canal Treatment?
Seoul BD Dental’s Restorative Dentistry specialist will find the best way to preserve your natural teeth.
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On this topic, columns written directly by our doctors
We’ve compiled the questions we’re asked most often in the treatment room.