Discover a Brighter Future for Your Smile with Biomimetic Dentistry
Biomimetic Dentistry is something you’ve heard about but aren’t sure what it is. Biomimetic dentistry focuses on mimicking the natural structure, function, and strength of your teeth. When we preserve your natural tooth as much as possible, you are assured of longevity and optimal function.
Ready to experience the benefits of biomimetic dentistry in Spokane, Washington? Schedule an appointment with Stein Family Dentistry and discover the difference this advanced restorative approach can make to your oral health. You’ll be amazed by the results and wonder why you didn’t try it sooner!
What exactly is biomimetic dentistry?
Biomimetic dentistry imitates biology. Instead of simply filling or covering damaged teeth with traditional materials, biomimetic restorations—such as fillings, inlays, and crowns—are designed to behave like natural tooth tissue. These restorations flex, bond, and respond in a way that imitates your tooth’s natural biomechanics, ensuring better long-term health.
When you opt for biomimetic dentistry, you can expect:
- Durable and long-lasting results
- Aesthetically appealing outcomes
- Conservative treatments
- Less discomfort
How is biomimetic dentistry different from traditional dentistry?
Conventional dentistry works, but sometimes at the expense of what nature intended. Biomimetic dentistry works in harmony with your body. Once you try biomimetic dentistry, you’ll never go back. This is what makes biomimetic dentistry stand out.
#1: Dental materials
In traditional dentistry, restorations like dental crowns are hard, much harder than your tooth. You may think this is a good thing, but unfortunately, it puts a lot of stress on your teeth. Eventually, your tooth may develop a crack, necessitating future dental procedures like root canals. Similarly, traditional dental fillings shrink and develop micro leaks, causing further decay underneath the restoration.
Biomimetic dental restorations are designed to imitate your natural tooth’s biochemistry and physical properties. Your tooth has two main layers—enamel (the outer surface) and dentin (the softer inner layer). Biomimetic restorations use materials that closely resemble these layers in strength and flexibility. Our dental materials match the natural hardness of enamel while allowing the underlying dentin to flex slightly, just as a natural tooth does.
#2: Conservativeness
Conventional dentistry is effective, but it often involves more invasive techniques that can compromise the natural structure of your teeth. This is what led to the invention of biomimetic dentistry. Traditional methods, such as large fillings or crowns, may require removing significant healthy tooth tissue, which weakens the tooth over time.
Biomimetic dentistry focuses on removing as little tooth structure as possible. Biomimetic dentistry thrives on the mantra, “The best dentistry is the least amount of dentistry.” We preserve your healthy tooth structure whenever possible to minimize the need for future repairs.
#3: Better bonding
Traditional restorations like fillings shrink over time, creating fault lines that can be infiltrated by harmful bacteria. Shrinkage causes sensitivity and exposes your tooth to further decay. Biomimetic dentistry uses a chemical bond to seal off the tooth, eliminating any micro gaps that can compromise your tooth over time.
Ready for biomimetic dentistry?
Despite dental advancements, nothing the dentist will put in your mouth is better than the original tooth because nature is incredibly flawless. If you’re ready to improve your oral health with dental care that closely mimics nature, please call (509) 463-1770 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Andy Stein. Let us demonstrate how biomimetic dentistry can positively impact your oral health.
