Repair and Restore Broken, Cracked, & Chipped Teeth in Oceanside
If you’re living with a broken tooth, a crack you’ve been putting off, or are missing teeth, you’re not alone. These are some of the most common reasons people come see us, and thankfully they are also the most treatable. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, our family of restorative dentists bring their many years of expertise and ongoing education in the art of dental restorations. Thanks to advanced education and cutting-edge dental technology, we are able to handle restorative dentistry procedures from start to finish, right here in our office!
From small repairs to significant restorations, Drs. Stephen, Kimberly, and Piper Duckworth are here to restore the look and feel of your smile, and you will leave our office with a solution you will be proud to show off. Schedule your restorative dentistry consultation at Oceanside Dental Excellence today by calling (760) 439-3400 or by requesting an appointment online. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Our Restorative Dentistry Services
Broken, Cracked, & Chipped Teeth Repair
A broken tooth or chipped tooth might not hurt right away, but that doesn’t mean it should wait. If left untreated, cracked can deepen, decay can set in, and what started as a simple fix can turn into something much more involved. The same goes for chipped teeth that may seem minor but leave edges vulnerable to more damage or decay.
We see patients for everything from biting down on something hard to a cracked tooth that’s been sensitive for months. The sooner we can take a look, the more options you have for restoration. From a quick fix with dental bonding to full, natural-looking dental crowns and bridges, our dentists have the treatments and restorative techniques to make your tooth repair virtually seamless and return your mouth to normal function.
If you are living with a broken, cracked, or chipped tooth, call Oceanside Dental Excellence today. The sooner we can see you, the better!
Dental Crowns & Bridges
A dental crown is one of the most versatile tools in restorative dentistry. It’s a tooth-shaped cap that fits over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, strength, and appearance. We use crowns to repair broken teeth, protect cracked teeth, cover teeth that have been significantly worn down, and finish off a dental implant.
What sets us apart from most dental offices is that we offer CEREC same-day crowns, designed and placed in a single visit. Using digital scanning and in-office milling technology, we can create your permanent crown while you wait. No temporary crown, no second appointment, no waiting a week or two for an outside lab to send something back. You come in with a broken or damaged tooth and leave the same day with a fitted, custom crown that seamlessly blends in with your surrounding teeth. For patients with busy schedules or dental anxiety, that’s a meaningful difference.
For cases where a traditional lab-fabricated crown is the better fit, we offer that as well. Either way, your crown is custom-made to match your surrounding teeth in shape, size, and shade, and the end result looks and functions like a natural tooth.
Dental bridges use the same crown technology to replace one or more missing teeth. A bridge is anchored to the teeth on either side of the gap, with one or more replacement teeth filling in the space. It’s a fixed, non-removable option for patients who are missing teeth but may not be candidates for implants, or who prefer a different approach.
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Dental Implants
Dental implants are the closest thing to a natural tooth that modern dentistry offers. The process starts with a small titanium post that is placed into the jawbone where the tooth root used to be. Over time, the bone fuses with the post, creating a stable foundation. From there, we attach a crown, bridge, or denture on top.
What makes implants stand out is that they address the whole problem. They replace both the visible tooth and the root beneath it, which helps preserve the jawbone and keep surrounding teeth from shifting. From an overall health standpoint, that matters more than most people realize. Bone loss in the jaw can affect facial structure over time, and missing teeth can change the way you chew, which ripples into digestion and nutrition.
One thing worth knowing: many dental practices refer patients to an outside specialist for part of the implant process. Thanks to our dentists’ advanced education and experience, we handle every step here at Oceanside Dental Excellence, so you’re not bouncing between offices or waiting on referrals.
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Traditional Dentures and All-on-X Implant-Supported Dentures
Dentures have come a long way. Whether you’re missing several teeth or all of them, today’s dentures are more natural-looking and better fitting than what most people picture.
Traditional dentures are removable appliances custom-fitted to your mouth. They’re a practical, accessible option for patients who are missing most or all of their teeth and want to restore function and appearance without surgery. Modern materials and better fitting techniques mean traditional dentures look more natural and fit more comfortably than the dentures of previous generations.
For patients who want something more stable, All-on-X implant-supported dentures are worth a serious look. The All-on-X approach uses four strategically placed dental implants to anchor a full arch of replacement teeth. The result is a denture that doesn’t move when you eat or speak, doesn’t require adhesives, and does a much better job of preserving the jawbone over time than a traditional removable denture. Many patients describe implant-supported dentures as the closest thing to having their natural teeth back.
If you’re not sure which option is right for you, that’s exactly the kind of thing we’ll work through together at your consultation. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to replacing missing teeth, and we’d rather take the time to get it right.
What Makes Oceanside Dental Excellence Different?
There are a lot of choices for restorative dentists in Oceanside. Here’s why our patients stay once they find us.
We’re a family practice in the truest sense. Drs. Stephen, Kimberly, and Piper Dankworth are a husband, wife, and daughter who practice together under one roof. That family dynamic shows up in how the office runs. There’s a familiarity and a consistency of philosophy and communication that’s hard to find in many dental offices, and our patients regularly tell us it shows in our results.
We think about your whole health, not just your teeth. Oceanside Dental Excellence is grounded in the principles of total wellness dentistry, which starts from the understanding that oral health and overall body health are connected. For instance, gum disease has been linked to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and other systemic conditions. When we’re treating your mouth, we’re keeping the bigger picture in mind. That’s not a tagline; it’s how we were trained and how we practice.
All three doctors bring serious credentials. Dr. Stephen Dankworth has deep experience in restorative dental work and cosmetic smile enhancement, including the final restoration of dental implants. Dr. Kimberly Corrigan-Dankworth has trained with some of the most respected dental organizations in the country and has become a recognized name in both cosmetic and sedation dentistry. Dr. Piper Dankworth, the newest addition to the practice, earned awards in oral surgery, implantology, and patient treatment planning at the University of Utah School of Dentistry and is an active member of the California Dental Association, American Dental Association, the Kois Center, the California Implant Institute, and DOCS Education. Combined, the three of them cover a wide range of expertise that most single-doctor practices simply can’t match.
We do implants from start to finish, in-house. Many offices place the implant post and then send you elsewhere for the crown or other final restoration. We handle the entire process here, which means fewer appointments, better continuity, and no gaps in communication between providers.
Schedule Your Restorative Dentistry Consultation in Oceanside Today!
Whether you’ve chipped a tooth, been ignoring a crack, or are ready to finally do something about missing teeth, we’re here to help. Request an appointment at Oceanside Dental Excellence and we’ll take a look at what’s going on and walk you through your options.
Call us today at (760) 439-3400 or request an appointment online. Our friendly staff is here to support your journey and address your concerns, before and after you visit us. We have helped thousands of patients in and around Oceanside achieve the smile of their dreams and protect their oral health, and we look forward to doing the same for you.
