Restorative Dentist

In Cincinnati, OH

Dental fillings are one of the most common and trusted treatments for restoring teeth affected by cavities or minor damage. At the office of Dr. Hubbell J. Smith in Cincinnati’s West Side, we approach dental fillings a little differently, with a neighborly touch and a clear, honest explanation of every option. 

Dental crowns restore damaged teeth by covering and protecting what remains of your natural tooth. When you have a cracked or broken tooth, these custom caps not only shield the root but also improve how your teeth work together when you bite. If you've had a root canal or dental implant, your dentist will typically recommend a crown to strengthen the treated tooth. With several material options available, crowns help both your dental health and appearance, giving you back a smile you can feel good about.

Toothaches can be a sign of a serious infection and cause significant discomfort. Fortunately, root canal therapy offers a solution to provide the relief you need and restore the health of your tooth. During a root canal procedure, the infected pulp of the tooth is removed, and the area is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. Once the tooth has been properly treated, it can be restored with a filling or a dental crown to help maintain its structure. Not only can root canal therapy alleviate the pain caused by the infection, but it can also prevent the need for a tooth extraction. By saving your natural tooth, you can smile with confidence and avoid more extensive and costly dental work down the line.

When a tooth becomes too damaged to repair or threatens the health of other teeth, an extraction may be the most responsible choice for your overall dental health. At the office of Dr. Hubbell J. Smith, DDS, we provide extractions on the west side of Cincinnati with a calm, clear, and patient-first approach.

There's no need to keep covering up your mouth if a missing tooth is leaving a gap in your smile. With a dental bridge, the space left behind by one, or several, missing teeth can be permanently covered. The bridge is attached to your teeth on either side of the gap, so it won't slide around when you eat or speak. Your bridge also won't stand out from the rest of your smile — it can be color-matched to blend with your other teeth. Keep your teeth from shifting and reduce the risk of bone loss and problems with your bite by asking your dentist about a bridge. Schedule a consultation today to see if a dental bridge can help you complete your smile!

Partial dentures are a custom dental solution designed to replace one or more missing teeth. Unlike full dentures, which replace all of the teeth in an arch, partials are ideal for patients who still have some healthy teeth remaining. These removable appliances fill the gaps with lifelike prosthetic teeth, which are secured in place using a discreet metal framework or aesthetic clasps that attach to the natural teeth.

If you're dealing with missing teeth, dentures can restore not only your smile but also your confidence. Dentures are custom-made dental prosthetics designed to replace multiple missing teeth. Whether you require full dentures to restore an entire arch or partial dentures to replace several teeth while preserving natural ones, each solution is tailored to your unique needs.

Dental implants can be a bit of a confusing procedure. That's because it comes in two parts: the implant and the dental crown. The main thing to remember is that one cannot go without the other. Implants are needed to replace a tooth's root, while dental crowns, bridges, or dentures replace the part you can actually see (your smile). To restore your smile to its full potential and beauty, implant restorations are essential. You deserve to have a set of teeth that you feel comfortable in and we are experts in keeping you smiling for decades to come.

If you’ve received a dental implant and need to restore its full function and appearance, implant crowns are a critical next step. An implant crown is a custom-made, tooth-colored cap that attaches to the top of a dental implant.

Are you looking for a lasting solution to restore your smile and confidence? Implant-retained dentures combine the stability of dental implants with the natural look of dentures, providing unparalleled comfort and function. Unlike traditional dentures, they stay securely in place, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.