The biomimetic approach focuses on preserving the structure and function of your natural teeth first and foremost. There is a large emphasis on preserving healthy tooth structure, and biomimetic dentists actively save as much of the tooth as possible when restoring teeth.

Instead of drilling and removing decayed tooth material, biomimetic dentists work to treat and preserve the tooth that you still have.

Biomimetic restorations also feel like natural teeth. Biomimetic dentists work to mimic nature as much as possible, including making the look and feel of their treatments as natural as possible. They use materials that replicate natural enamel and dentin as much as possible.

Some important concepts of biomimetic dentistry include:

• Preserving intact tooth structure
• Maximizing adhesions
• Minimizing residual stress
• Restoring structure integrity
• Replicating natural biomechanics
• Caries removal endpoints
• Preparation design
• Restorative materials which are biomimetic

There are many upsides to working with a biomimetic dentist.

The benefits of biomimetic dentistry include:

• Avoiding the use of toxic chemicals in your mouth
• Preserving more of your natural teeth, which helps you eat and speak naturally
• Use of materials that function like your teeth, which can keep the rest of your tooth healthy and promote oral health
• Minimally invasive treatments that can reduce the need for anesthesia
• Less invasive treatments also usually cost less, saving you money
• Esthetically-pleasing (good looking) restorations that look and feel like your own teeth

One of the qualities that makes biomimetic dentistry unique is the materials dentists use to restore damage to teeth. Biomimetic materials have excellent retention, and they more closely resemble your natural teeth than many materials used by traditional dentists.

Some of the most popular materials used in biomimetic dentistry include:

• Calcium phosphate hydroxyapatite: Hydroxyapatite ceramics are used to create inlays, onlays, and crowns. Your natural teeth are made of hydroxyapatite, so these ceramics can be an ideal choice to replace decayed enamel.
• Alumina: Alumina (aluminum oxide) ceramics are very strong, and they’re also biocompatible, which means they readily fuse with your body’s tissues.
• Glass ionomer cements: These cements are similar to dentin in hardness, and they do a very good job of sticking to the natural tooth. That means you won’t have to worry about your filling falling out, and your fillings should last a lifetime.

If you are ready to find out more about the benefits of Biomimetic dentistry, we encourage you to call SMILES ON 35th. Our facility uses state of the art technology, and provides a comfortable and relaxing environment for our patients. Let our team help you keep your teeth and mouth looking and feeling great. Your health is our priority, and we welcome you to join our dental family!