Bio-emulative dentistry sits at the crossing of biology and mechanics, of function and aesthetics. This branch of dentistry aims to replicate the tooth in its majestic functional capabilities and in its native beauty. It focuses on maximum conserving tooth structure.
What Is Bio-Emulative Dentistry?
An intact tooth is the perfect synthesis of beauty and strength. Its parts, enamel, and dentin, individually weak, join as a unit to produce an engineering miracle of strength.
From a philosophical standpoint, modern bio-emulative dentistry adopts the integrity of the residual healthy tooth structure as a core value. This contrasts with traditional dentistry’s core values, which highlight the integrity of the dental restoration instead.
The result of such a radically different approach is apparent in the failure mode between the two: friendly and repairable in bio-emulative dentistry and catastrophic and necessitating repeat or additional dental treatment in traditional dentistry.
Traditional dental restoration often “sets up” the tooth to continue losing strength and integrity. They emphasize the actual restoration instead of preserving as much natural structure as possible.
A pre-requisite of bio-emulative dentistry is the preservation of tooth vitality and the long-term maintenance of natural structure. That is why the goal of bio-emulative dentistry is no root canals or crowns. Central to this approach to dentistry is the in-depth knowledge gained through the study and practice of both periodontics and implant dentistry.
Both fields rely on a “marriage” of natural biology and man-made materials. It creates results that integrate restorations to support natural appearance and function. This opposes many traditional treatment approaches, integrating biology to support the restoration.
Dr. Dall’Olmo seeks to address your preventive dental care and the long-term maintenance of your smile. Bio-emulative dentistry in his Santa Monica, CA office helps preserve teeth, gums, and jaw joints. This reduces the further breakdown of healthy tooth structure. Dr. Dall’Olmo uses tooth-colored, non-toxic materials to restore teeth. He also focuses on reducing discomfort while improving mouth function.
Benefits of Bio-Emulative Dentistry in Santa Monica, CA
Bio-emulative dentistry has many advantages over different approaches to dental care:
- Conservative approach to dental treatment
- Natural-looking results
- Improved mouth function
- Comfortable bite
- Aesthetically-pleasing treatment
Preserving your teeth and gums is integral to proper mouth function. Ensuring that we treat your smile with tooth-colored materials helps create a seamless look. Without metal restorations, tooth-colored restorations feel like a more natural part of your smile.
What is Periodontics?
Periodontics focuses on preserving the supportive structures in the mouth. This includes the gums. Restoring the gum tissue helps support natural teeth. Gum disease is a common gum problem that affects the mouth’s health. In addition to creating natural-looking cosmetic and restorative treatments, we want to restore gum health naturally.