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Newport Beach Gold Dental - Gold Is An Excellent Restorative Material For Replacement Of Lost Teeth, Newport Beach Gold Dental
Full metal cast gold restorations – placement “Dental restoration” refers to the material used by your dentist to replace natural tooth structure damaged by decay or trauma, restoring function of the tooth. Dr. Andrew Spath is involved in the technology of gold restorations as a member and Secretary of the R.V. Tucker Cast Gold Study Club of Orange County. He finds gold to be an appropriate choice – strong, durable, and attractive – for a variety of dental repairs. Gold foil is an established technique where 24 karat gold is used to create a filling for a small amount of decay (not requiring a full crown), usually in an area where you don’t chew. Experience, skill, and attention to detail are necessary for proper placement of gold foil restorations. Dr. Spath has that experience, and advocates using gold for fillings. The malleability and strength of gold allow a conservative restoration, one that is long-lasting, requiring minimal damage to the tooth structure. You know a dental “inlay” as a filling, made of a solid material such as gold. It is precisely shaped to fit into the cavity which remains after your dentist removes decay. The inlay is then securely cemented into place using a water or non-aqueous acid-base, or resin-based adhesive. The cement not only bonds the gold inlay to the dentin and enamel, it also seals the opening and provides a layer of thermal insulation, protecting the pulp from injury. It is non-irritating and blends with the tooth color. An “onlay” is similar to an inlay, but this type of filling extends over the cusp (those small points on the chewing surface of a tooth). A crown is actually an onlay covering all surfaces of the tooth. Gold is ideal for onlays because it is gentle to the opposing dentition. A more brittle restoration, such as porcelain, can cause wear and damage to the tooth that bites against it. Dr. Spath works closely with Frontier Dental Laboratories, Inc., producing only the finest gold restorations. Knowledge, experience, and quality add up to a lifetime of value and comfort.
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Andrew Spath, DDS
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