Restorative Dentistry in Sandy Springs, GA
Repairing what is damaged and replacing what is missing — crowns, bridges, implants, root canals, and dentures.
Aura Dental Studio offers a comprehensive range of restorative services. Whether you need to repair damaged teeth or replace missing ones, the goal is the same: a smile that works as well as it looks.
What restorative dentistry covers
Metal-free restorations. Ceramic or composite fillings and crowns that blend with your natural teeth. Dr. Choy matches color and shape so the restoration is difficult to pick out.
Crowns. For teeth that are severely damaged or decayed, a crown covers the entire visible portion, restoring strength, protection, and appearance.
Bridges. One or more artificial teeth anchored by crowns on the adjacent teeth, filling a gap and holding the remaining teeth in alignment.
Root canals. When the pulp becomes infected or inflamed, root canal treatment saves the tooth and ends the pain.
Implants. A titanium post placed in the jawbone supports a custom crown. Implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth.
Dentures. Full or partial, custom-made to fit comfortably and restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile.
Who benefits
Restorative dentistry is for patients experiencing:
- Damaged or decayed teeth
- Missing teeth
- Tooth pain or sensitivity
- A wish to improve both the function and the appearance of their smile
The in-house advantage
Aura Dental Studio has an in-house crown device, so many crowns are designed, milled, and fitted in a single visit — no temporary crown, no second appointment.
Common questions
What is the difference between a filling, an inlay, and a crown?
It is a question of how much tooth is left. A filling rebuilds a small cavity directly. An inlay or onlay is made in a laboratory and bonded in, for damage too large for a filling but not extensive enough to need full coverage. A crown covers the whole tooth and is what a badly broken or root-treated tooth usually needs to survive.
Can a root-canal-treated tooth be left without a crown?
It usually should not be, particularly a back tooth. Root canal treatment removes the nerve and blood supply, and the tooth becomes more brittle over time. Most root-treated molars fracture eventually if they are not covered, and a fracture below the gumline is what turns a saveable tooth into an extraction.
How long do restorations last?
There is no fixed lifespan. Crowns and bridges commonly run ten to fifteen years or more, fillings less, implants potentially a lifetime for the post itself. What decides it in practice is hygiene, whether you grind, and whether you keep your checkups so problems are found early.
My old silver fillings look worn. Should I replace them?
Not automatically. A sound amalgam filling that is sealed and not cracked can be left alone, and replacing it means removing more tooth. Replacement makes sense when there is decay underneath, a crack, or a broken margin, and it is a reasonable choice for appearance if you understand the trade-off.