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Missing and broken teeth are often painful and upsetting. You may deal with uncomfortable symptoms like pain and swelling, which make it harder to eat, chew, and speak. Problems with your teeth can also impact how you feel about your smile and appearance.
Restorative dentistry is not only for missing teeth. Worn-down teeth, broken-down teeth, teeth grinding, severe decay, old dental work, and years of everyday wear can gradually change how your smile looks and functions. Sometimes these changes happen so slowly that you do not realize how much tooth structure has been lost until eating becomes uncomfortable or your bite no longer feels the way it once did.
At Middle Tennessee Prosthodontics, we provide comprehensive restorative dentistry care to repair damaged and missing teeth. Drs. McLaughlin, Patel, and Peterman are the most experienced board-certified prosthodontists in the area, so they have extensive experience helping patients with complex restorative dentistry problems.
Learn more about how we can restore your smile’s function and appearance by calling our team in Brentwood, TN, today!
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Defining Restorative Care
Restorative care, as opposed to cosmetic dentistry or general dentistry, focuses on moderate changes to your teeth that restore both the function and aesthetics of your smile. We take a holistic approach to restorations, giving you solutions that help you love your smile again, live without pain, grin without concern for appearance, and help you eat and speak easily.
To customize our approach to your care, we offer a variety of dental restorations. We specialize in restorative dentistry, especially replacing and restoring teeth with crowns and dental bridges.
Restorative dentistry can range from repairing one damaged tooth to rebuilding several teeth throughout the mouth. The goal is not simply to cover up damage. We carefully consider how your teeth fit together, how well you can chew, the condition of your remaining tooth structure, and what will provide a stable result for the future.
Do I Need Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry is often necessary after:
If your smile has one or some of the following issues, we recommend coming in for a consultation to start your restorative dentistry process:
Still Not Sure About Restorative Dentistry?
We understand that a dysfunctional or painful smile can harm how you feel, as well as your overall health. If you are interested in helping your smile but don’t know if restorative dentistry is the right choice, you can call our office for a personalized consultation from one of our military-trained prosthodontists.
We can create a restorative plan, using multiple solutions if necessary, that addresses all of your concerns at one clinic, in Brentwood, TN.
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Restorative Dentistry for Worn-Down and Ground-Down Teeth
Teeth are incredibly strong, but they are not indestructible. Years of chewing, grinding, clenching, dental problems, and everyday wear can gradually remove enamel and change the shape of your teeth. Patients with worn-down teeth may notice that their teeth appear flatter, shorter, thinner, or more uneven than they did in the past.
Worn or ground-down teeth can be more than an aesthetic concern. As protective enamel disappears, teeth may become sensitive, weak, or increasingly vulnerable to chips and cracks. Severe tooth wear can also affect the way your upper and lower teeth come together.
Signs of excessive tooth wear may include:
- Teeth that appear noticeably shorter
- Flat or smooth chewing surfaces
- Chipped or rough tooth edges
- Increased tooth sensitivity
- Cracks or fractures
- Changes in your bite
- Difficulty chewing comfortably
- Multiple teeth that look worn or broken down
Our prosthodontists can evaluate how much tooth structure has been lost and determine how to rebuild damaged areas while considering your bite as a whole. Depending on the severity of the wear, treatment may involve crowns, inlays, onlays, implant restorations, or a combination of restorative treatments.
Enjoy Life-Long Benefits from Restorative Dental Care
Restorative dentistry is about more than fixing a damaged tooth. It’s about helping you live comfortably again. When your smile works the way it should, everyday activities like eating, speaking, and smiling feel natural instead of stressful. We work with you to create a smile that lasts a lifetime.
When we offer restorative dentistry, we are offering you:
Repairing damaged or missing teeth makes it easier to chew, speak, and bite without pain or strain on your jaw.
Modern materials allow crowns, bridges, and dentures to blend with your natural teeth for a seamless, confident smile.
Restoring teeth helps prevent shifting, uneven wear, and further damage that can occur when teeth are missing or broken.
Proper restorations keep your bite aligned and help maintain healthy jawbone structure, which is essential for long-term stability.
Treating damaged teeth can reduce discomfort caused by cracks, decay, or worn enamel.
With careful planning and high-quality materials, restorative dentistry can provide durable results that support your smile for many years.
With the right restorative plan, you can enjoy a smile that feels stable, looks natural, and allows you to live without the daily limitations caused by dental damage.
Our Restorative Dentistry Services
Middle Tennessee Prosthodontics is proud to offer a full range of general dentistry services. These services help keep your oral health in good condition and include fillings, crowns, gum care, and much more!
Our restorative dentistry options include:
Teeth Grinding and Broken-Down Teeth
Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, can place significant pressure on the teeth over time. Some people grind their teeth while sleeping and may not even realize they are doing it. Others regularly clench their jaw during periods of concentration or stress.
Repeated grinding and clenching can gradually wear away enamel and put stress on both natural teeth and existing dental restorations. Teeth may become shorter, develop small fractures, chip around the edges, or eventually break.
When several teeth have been affected, simply repairing one broken tooth may not address the larger problem. Our team looks at the condition of the entire smile and bite to determine why teeth are breaking down and what restorations can help rebuild lost structure.
If grinding or clenching continues after restorative treatment, we may also recommend a custom night guard to help protect your natural teeth and new restorations from excessive pressure.
Full Mouth Restoration for Complex Dental Problems
Sometimes dental problems extend beyond one or two teeth. Patients may come to us with years of accumulated damage, including worn-down teeth, broken or cracked teeth, missing teeth, failing restorations, severe decay, or significant changes to their bite. When many areas of the mouth require attention, a Full Mouth Restoration may be recommended.
Full Mouth Restoration is a comprehensive approach that uses multiple restorative treatments to rebuild the health, function, strength, and appearance of your smile. Rather than treating each tooth as an isolated problem, our prosthodontists evaluate your mouth as a complete system.
You may benefit from Full Mouth Restoration if you have:
- Multiple missing teeth
- Severely worn or ground-down teeth
- Several broken-down or weakened teeth
- Extensive decay throughout the mouth
- Numerous old or failing crowns, bridges, or fillings
- Damage caused by long-term teeth grinding
- Difficulty chewing because of widespread dental damage
- Significant changes to your bite
- A combination of missing, damaged, and worn teeth
Because every mouth is different, there is no single Full Mouth Restoration treatment plan. Your plan may combine crowns, bridges, fillings, inlays and onlays, dentures, and dental implant restorations depending on your needs.
Full Mouth Restoration can be particularly valuable for patients who feel overwhelmed by the number of dental problems they are experiencing. Instead of focusing only on whichever tooth is causing trouble today, we can create a comprehensive plan for rebuilding your smile in carefully organized stages.
As prosthodontists, our doctors have advanced training in restoring and replacing teeth, making Middle Tennessee Prosthodontics especially equipped to handle larger and more complicated restorative cases. Our mission is to turn complexity into simplicity while restoring the beauty and function of your smile.
Meet Our Prosthodontic Team
Our team loves to take smiles that may be struggling or patients dealing with pain and help them achieve optimal health and increased function. We are the most experienced board-certified prosthodontists in the Nashville area, qualifying us to help you with your restorative dentistry needs.
Our office is proudly owned and operated by U.S. Military veterans, many of whom have won awards for their amazing medical service in the field.
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We serve Brentwood and Nashville, as well as the surrounding Williamson County area, in Tennessee.
Our Process for Restoring Your Smile
Restorative dentistry works best when every step is carefully planned. Because many restorative cases are complex, we guide you through each phase step by step and offer a clear process. No matter the dental service, we make sure to respect your job and other appointments you may have.
Dental Technology for Satisfying Results
One piece of restorative dentistry is dental technology. Dental technology helps us find the precise fit for your restorations, and also helps you feel more comfortable.
With our TRIOS 5 intraoral scanner, we can take impressions without messy impression cement. Instead, it is a simple picture of your mouth.
We also use a 3D printer to create temporaries and implant guides. We value your comfort, so even if you have to receive temporaries while waiting for your permanent restorations, we can create them custom to you, leaving you with a functional smile, even in the middle of your treatment.
Caring for Your Dental Restorations
Dental restorations are designed to restore strength, comfort, and appearance to your smile, but their longevity depends on how well they are cared for. No matter the dental restorations you have, consistent daily care and regular dental visits help protect your results.
Good care for your restorations includes:
- Maintain a Thorough Daily Cleaning Routine: Brush at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and non-abrasive toothpaste. Keeping your teeth and gums clean helps prevent decay or gum disease that could affect the teeth supporting your restoration.
- Clean Around and Between Restorations Carefully: Food and plaque can collect around crowns, bridges, and dentures more easily than natural teeth alone. Floss, interdental brushes, or water flossers can help clean areas that are harder to reach and keep your gums healthy.
- Avoid Excessive Pressure on Your Teeth: Chewing ice, hard candy, or non-food items can damage both natural teeth and restorations. If you grind or clench your teeth, we may recommend a custom night guard to protect your smile while you sleep.
- Keep Up with Regular Dental Visits: Routine exams allow us to check the condition of your restorations and make small adjustments before problems develop. Professional cleanings also help remove buildup in areas that are difficult to clean at home.
- Report Changes Right Away: If you notice discomfort, looseness, sensitivity, or changes in how your bite feels, schedule a visit as soon as possible. Early care can often prevent the need for more complex repairs.
With proper care and regular follow-up, your restorations can continue to support your oral health, comfort, and confidence for years to come.
Request a Restorative Dentistry Consultation in Brentwood
Are you dealing with missing or damaged teeth? Maybe your teeth have become worn down after years of grinding, several teeth are beginning to break down, or you are dealing with a combination of dental concerns that you are finally ready to address. Whether you have one problem tooth or issues throughout your entire mouth, the board-certified prosthodontists at Middle Tennessee Prosthodontics are here to help.
Drs. McLaughlin, Patel, and Peterman work together with their team like bees in a hive, making complex issues simple and streamlined. We can handle complicated dental cases by prioritizing each individual patient and their needs.
If you need restorative dentistry or are interested in learning whether Full Mouth Restoration could help rebuild your smile, you’ve come to the right place. We offer comprehensive services and sedation dentistry for your comfort. Contact us in Brentwood today to request an appointment!
Meet the Doctors
Dr. Bryan McLaughlin
Dr. Bryan McLaughlin is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist who combines advanced specialty training with a thoughtful, patient-centered approach. His background in prosthodontics, digital dentures, and complex restorative care allows him to help patients rebuild comfort, function, and confidence in their smiles.
Dr. Nisha Patel
Dr. Nisha Patel is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist with extensive experience in advanced restorative care, digital dentistry, and comprehensive treatment planning. She brings warmth, skill, and attention to detail to her care while helping patients work toward healthier, stronger smiles.
Dr. Stephen Peterman
Dr. Stephen Peterman is a Board-Certified Prosthodontist with a strong background in advanced restorative dentistry, military dentistry, and dental education. He is dedicated to helping patients restore comfort, function, and confidence through clear communication and high-quality prosthodontic care.