Restorative Dental Care

Renewing Your Smile, Enhancing Your Dental Health

Restorative dentistry is a branch of dentistry focused on restoring the function, integrity, and aesthetics of your teeth. It involves diagnosing, treating, and preventing oral health issues like tooth decay, damage, or tooth loss. By addressing these concerns promptly, restorative dentistry helps you maintain a healthy, beautiful smile for a lifetime.

Basic Restorative Services

Tooth-Colored Fillings

Dental fillings repair teeth affected by cavities or minor damage caused by wear and tear. The decayed or damaged portion of the tooth is removed, and the resulting space is disinfected, primed, and tooth-colored composite resin is then bonded in place.

Dental Inlays and Onlays

Inlays and onlays are indirect restorations used to repair teeth with moderate decay or damage. They are custom-made restorations crafted in a dental laboratory and then bonded to the affected tooth. Inlays fit within the tooth's cusps, while onlays extend over one or more cusps.

Dental Crowns and Bridges

Crowns, also known as caps, are custom-made covers that encase a damaged or weakened tooth. They improve the shape, size, strength, and appearance of the tooth. Crowns are often recommended for teeth with extensive decay, fractures, or after root canal treatment. Bridges are used to replace one or more missing teeth.

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Advanced Restorative Services

  • Root Canal Therapy

    Root canal treatment is done to restore a severely infected or decayed tooth. The procedure involves removing the infected pulp from the tooth's interior, cleaning and disinfecting the root canals, and filling them with a biocompatible material. A crown is often placed on the treated tooth for added protection and strength.

  • Dental Implants

    Implants are a long-term solution for tooth loss. They involve the gentle placement of a titanium post into the bone, acting as an artificial tooth root. The implant fuses with the bone, providing a stable foundation for a dental crown, bridge, or denture to replace the missing tooth or teeth. Implants can be used as an anchor for many kinds of restorations to replace teeth from single crowns to bridges, and even dentures.

  • Dentures

    Dentures are removable prosthetic devices used to replace multiple missing teeth and restore oral function. They are custom-made and can be used to replace all or some of your teeth, depending on your specific needs. There are partial dentures, complete dentures, and also ridge-bar over dentures that (using implants) can be more permanent and stable than traditional removable devices.

What our patients have to say…

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    I am writing this review on behalf of my elderly mother Luz who just had an amazing experience at the dentist today. The dentist and his staff are extremely professional, friendly, and genuinely caring. We also noticed how patient they are in not trying to rush through the process. To conclude this review we were impressed with how clean the facility was.

    - Edwin P

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    Been going to Dr. Prota since he started his practice and have never thought of going anywhere else. He and his entire staff treat each patient like family and I always know no matter what the procedure (from a simple cleaning to the most complicated) I am confident that the outcome will be nothing short of dental perfection. No one loves going to the dentist, but going to Dr. Prota's practice leaves a lot of anxiety behind.

    - Bob M.

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    I love coming to see Dr Prota and staff. As anxious as I get going to the dentist they make everything so much better. Couldn’t ask for a better dentist and a better staff!

    - Kristen S.

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    I love Dr. Prota. He is the best and makes you feel so comfortable. He has the best updated equipment. New Technology. From new fillings without those old silver fillings. One side of my mouth looks like I never had fillings at all. I will be going through extensive treatment with him over time and can't wait to smile without hiding my teeth. Thank you Dr. Prota!

    - Sharon O.

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    I am having a new implant done by Dr. Prota. I was very satisfied with the first stage which involved implanting the post and getting ready for the placement of the new crown in a few months. The experience was painless, Dr. Prota carefully explained the procedure and it was easy. I highly recommend Dr. Prota and his staff.

    - John P.

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    As usual Christina gets 5 stars. She is very personal caring and has a great sense of humor. I am always at ease in her care. Looking forward to my next visit.

    - Doreen M.

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    I look forward to my cleanings with Angie. There is nothing like that feeling of completely clean teeth! This practice goes above and beyond to keep us safe. Angie is thorough, yet gentle. And we catch up with everything. I leave with a big smile under the mask.

    - Anne. F.

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    Extremely professional and friendly staff. You’re able to watch TV while your appointment is happening, helps with making you relaxed!

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    Best Dental Service ever.... Everyone is very pleasant and efficient. Dr. Prota is very nice and honest. He does not suggest work to be done when it is not necessary. Thank you Dr. Prota and Staff.

    - Eva D.

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    I am a frequent visitor to the dentist. Mother nature skipped on giving me a good set of teeth so there is always something going on. With Dr. Prota, I always know what is going on, what the plan is to fix it, and how much it will cost. I have been a patient here for close to 20 years and have no plans on changing my dentist any time, even though I drive 45 minutes each way to see him.

    - Malgorzata K.

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    Being disabled, it is hard for me to get to medical offices. Dr. Prota and his staff are the best. They treat me like a friend and family. They make sure I can get into the room, am comfortable and take special precautions to insure my safety as I know they do with each and every patient. From a simple cleaning and exam to the most complex dental procedures, I am confident that I am receiving the best care and my outcome will be nothing short of perfection. They are the best.

    - Anonymous

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    Just a note to say how positive my experience of Dr. Prota and his assistants has been Everyone's done a great job on my teeth - and been a pleasure to see as well. If you're looking for a top-notch, patient-oriented dentist, Prota's your guy! I only wish I came across him sooner than I did.

    - Richard F.

Your Comfort is Our Priority

We understand that dental anxiety is a common concern for many individuals. That's why we have created a warm and welcoming environment where you can feel at ease. Our friendly and compassionate dental team will take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and ensure that you are comfortable throughout your visit. We offer sedation dentistry options for those who require extra support in managing their anxiety.

Take the First Step Towards a Healthy Smile

Don't let fear stand in the way of achieving optimal dental health. At Carl P. Prota, DMD Family Dentistry, we are dedicated to helping patients like you overcome their dental fears and receive the care they deserve. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and take the first step towards a healthy smile. We look forward to meeting you!

Contact Us

Hours
Monday–Thursday
8:30am–5:30pm

Phone
(203) 468-8007


Email
office@drprota.com

Location
1367 North High Street
East Haven, CT 06512