Our doctors practice biomimetic dentistry, which means their goal is to preserve the structure and function of your natural teeth above all. Especially when providing restorative treatment, our doctors strive to keep as much of the healthy tooth structure as possible.
Biomimetic Dentistry in Fort Lee, NJ and Surrounding Area
What is Biomimetic Dentistry?
Bio = biological. Mimetic = simulated. Therefore, biomimetic dentistry simulates biology. A biomimetic dentist tries to mimic biological tissues as much as possible to make treatments look and feel more natural and last longer. They will use materials with similar properties to natural tooth enamel and dentin and favor noninvasive techniques to preserve healthy tissues.
An example of a biomimetic dentistry procedure is opting not to drill out a cracked tooth before restoring it but instead sterilizing the tooth and filling the crack with a biocompatible material to protect it from further damage and decay. The result is a more natural-feeling and looking restoration.
Biomimetic vs. Traditional Dentistry
A biomimetic approach favors less invasive techniques over drilling and extraction whenever possible. Some biomimetic dentists only use drills as a last resort, preferring to sanitize and treat tooth decay and other infections instead. In biometric dentistry, we aim to rebuild teeth and simulate the natural tooth structure as much as possible. We repair cavities, cracks, and chips using advanced materials and adhesives to keep a tooth’s original shape, size, look, and feel.
In traditional dentistry, teeth are routinely drilled out or extracted, and many restorative materials are harder than natural tooth enamel, often leading to shrinkage and cracked or damaged teeth. Biomimetic dentistry seeks to preserve teeth and prevent future complications.
Example:
Root canal therapy is a traditional dentistry procedure in which your dentist removes all the living tissues (the pulp) from inside an infected tooth, replacing them with gutta-percha, a thermoplastic latex derived from the percha tree. After the procedure, the tooth is more susceptible to cracking and breaking because the gutta-percha is tough and rigid, unlike the soft, pliable pulp it replaced. In biomimetic dentistry, the dentist would first try to repair the natural pulp instead of removing it, using natural methods, such as ozone therapy, to fight the infection. A successful biomimetic treatment prevents the need for an invasive root canal.
Benefits of Biomimetic Dentistry
- Natural, biocompatible, and long-lasting materials
- Focus on preserving original tooth structure and healthy tissues
- Minimally invasive treatments that often don’t require anesthesia
- Esthetically pleasing, natural-feeling restorations
High-Quality Care for Healthier Teeth and Gums
Our doctors want you to be healthy and happy. They offer biomimetic dentistry treatments to give you the best possible dental care in the most natural way. Call us to learn more and to schedule your next appointment.
Are you interested in learning more about biomimetic dentistry? Give us a call or ask us at your next appointment!
