Restorative dentistry in Philadelphia & Main Line
Expert care for damaged,
missing, or failing teeth
Restorative treatments at The Dental Spa
Dental crowns
A crown can rebuild a cracked, weakened, heavily filled, or worn tooth so you can use it comfortably again. Your restoration is designed around the location of the tooth, your bite, and the amount of force it needs to handle. Materials may include lithium disilicate, feldspathic porcelain, zirconia, or gold.
Dental implants
Dental implants replace missing teeth from the root up, helping restore chewing ability, stability, and the appearance of your smile. At The Dental Spa, implant care can include 3D imaging, guided placement, bone grafting when needed, and your final restoration in one coordinated treatment plan. Implant consultations are complimentary.
Bridges
If you are missing one or more teeth in the same area, a dental bridge can fill the space with a fixed restoration. Your prosthodontist will evaluate the surrounding teeth, bone, and bite to determine whether a traditional bridge or an implant-supported option makes more sense for you.
Dentures and implant-supported dentures
Missing most or all of your teeth does not mean settling for a loose or uncomfortable smile. Depending on your needs, we can design complete dentures, partial dentures, implant-supported dentures, or fixed full-arch implant restorations to improve stability, chewing, speech, and appearance.
All-on-4® Implants
All-on-4® dental implants replace an entire arch of teeth using just four strategically placed implants. This innovative approach provides immediate stability, natural aesthetics, and life-changing function, often in fewer visits than traditional methods. Explore All-on-4® Implants
Inlays and onlays
Sometimes a filling is not strong enough, but a full crown would remove more tooth structure than necessary. An inlay or onlay restores the damaged portion of the tooth while preserving more of the healthy enamel that remains.
Full mouth reconstruction
If years of wear, missing teeth, bite problems, trauma, or failing dental work affect multiple parts of your mouth, treating one tooth at a time may not solve the larger problem. Full mouth reconstruction combines the restorative treatments you need into one coordinated plan designed around your bite, function, comfort, and appearance.
When it’s the right answer.
Full mouth reconstruction is for patients with several connected problems, such as:
- Teeth worn down from grinding
- Missing back teeth that have changed the bite
- Multiple failing crowns or bridges
- Damage from an accident
- Widespread wear or breakdown
Treating one tooth at a time may not solve the bigger problem. Reconstruction looks at the whole bite and rebuilds it in the right order.
The diagnostic phase comes first.
Before treatment, your prosthodontist evaluates your entire mouth with:
- Photographs
- Digital scans
- A 3D CT scan
- Bite and jaw analysis
From these records, we create a model of the planned result so you can preview the shape, length, and bite of your new teeth before treatment begins.
Some patients also wear a temporary version first to test how it feels to chew and speak.
How a case is sequenced.
Full mouth reconstruction happens in stages over several months.
- Stabilize: Treat gum disease, remove teeth that can’t be saved, and place implants if needed.
- Establish the bite: Use temporaries to test the new tooth position and bite.
- Rebuild: Place final crowns, veneers, bridges, or implant restorations in stages.
- Protect: Use a nightguard and maintenance plan to help preserve the result.
Why a prosthodontist, not a coordinator.
A prosthodontist is specially trained to plan and restore the entire mouth as one system.
At The Dental Spa:
- The same doctor who plans your bite places your final restorations.
- Surgical care is coordinated within the same practice.
- Each phase is planned to work with the next.
Cost and phasing.
Full mouth reconstruction in the Philadelphia area typically ranges from $30,000 to $80,000+, depending on the number of teeth involved and whether implants are needed.
Because treatment happens in stages, payment can be phased too.
You’ll receive:
- One written treatment plan
- Total cost before treatment begins
- Pricing broken down by stage
- Financing options through CareCredit, Sunbit, and Proceed Financial
We also file out-of-network claims on your behalf.
A real case.
“Years of wear, erased” in our smile gallery shows a patient whose teeth had worn down over decades and whose bite had collapsed.
The treatment restored the bite height and rebuilt the visible teeth with porcelain for a result designed to look natural and function comfortably.
Bone grafting
Bone loss can make dental implant placement more difficult, but it does not automatically mean implants are off the table. Bone grafting, socket preservation, sinus lifts, and other regenerative procedures can help rebuild the foundation needed to support an implant.
When should you see a restorative dentist?
- A cracked, broken, or severely worn tooth
- One or more missing teeth
- Crowns, bridges, or other dental work that keeps breaking
- Loose or uncomfortable dentures
- Trouble chewing comfortably
- Teeth that have become shorter or worn down over time
- A bite that no longer feels balanced
- Several dental problems that need to be treated together
- A treatment plan from another office that you want to better understand
Why see a prosthodontist for restorative dentistry?
A prosthodontist focuses specifically on restoring and replacing teeth, including complex cases involving implants, crowns, bridges, dentures, worn bites, and full-mouth rehabilitation.
That additional training can be especially useful when several teeth are involved, previous dental work has failed, or your bite needs to be considered as part of the treatment plan.
The Dental Spa is a prosthodontist-led practice. Dr. Nicole Deakins is a board-certified prosthodontist and Fellow of the American College of Prosthodontists, and the practice’s prosthodontists have completed advanced specialty training in restorative care.
Restorative care across Philadelphia and Main Line
The Dental Spa provides restorative and prosthodontic care at three locations:
Center City Philadelphia
1601 Walnut St, Suite 704
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Bryn Mawr / Main Line
234 S Bryn Mawr Ave #203
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Devon
227 Lancaster Ave, Suite 300
Devon, PA 19333
What does restorative treatment cost?
The cost depends on what needs to be repaired or replaced, the materials involved, and how many parts of your smile need treatment.
After your evaluation, you will receive a personalized treatment plan with pricing before treatment begins.
The Dental Spa accepts cash, checks, and credit cards and offers financing through CareCredit, Sunbit, and Proceed Financial.
The practice is not in-network with dental insurance plans, but the team can file claims on your behalf so you can use any applicable out-of-network benefits.
See what restorative dentistry can change
Complex restorative treatment is easier to understand when you can see real examples.
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Frequently asked questions about restorative dentistry
What is restorative dentistry?
Restorative dentistry repairs or replaces damaged and missing teeth so your mouth can function comfortably again.
Common restorative treatments include fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, inlays, onlays, bone grafting, and full mouth reconstruction.
What is the difference between restorative dentistry and prosthodontics?
Restorative dentistry is the broad category of treatments used to repair or replace teeth.
Prosthodontics is a recognized dental specialty focused on restoring missing, damaged, or severely worn teeth, particularly when treatment is complex or involves multiple restorations.
Can The Dental Spa fix dental work from another office?
Yes. Patients can come to The Dental Spa for evaluation of crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, or other restorations that are damaged, uncomfortable, or no longer functioning as expected.
Your prosthodontist will first determine what is causing the problem before recommending whether the restoration should be repaired, replaced, or treated another way.
Do I need a prosthodontist for a dental crown?
Not every crown requires a prosthodontist.
Prosthodontic expertise can be particularly valuable when the tooth is difficult to restore, your bite is involved, several teeth need treatment, or previous restorations have repeatedly failed.
What can I do if several teeth need treatment?
You may benefit from a comprehensive restorative plan rather than treating each tooth separately.
A full mouth reconstruction can combine treatments such as crowns, implants, bridges, and other restorations into a coordinated sequence based on your bite, priorities, and overall oral health.
How much does restorative dentistry cost?
Cost varies considerably depending on the procedure and complexity of your case.
You will receive a personalized treatment plan with pricing before treatment begins. Implant consultations at The Dental Spa are complimentary.
Does dental insurance cover restorative dentistry?
Many dental plans provide some coverage for medically necessary restorative procedures such as crowns, bridges, or dentures.
The Dental Spa is not in-network with dental insurance, so your exact reimbursement depends on your plan's out-of-network benefits. The team can submit claims on your behalf.
