Restorative Dentistry in Burlingame, CA
At Burlingame Dental, Dr. Houn Kim and her team provide gentle, patient-centered restorative dentistry services designed to repair damaged teeth and restore your smile’s function and appearance. Our practice sees only one patient at a time, ensuring you receive meticulous, uninterrupted care in a calm, private treatment room—an approach that makes dental visits more comfortable for patients of all ages, including those with sensory sensitivities or special needs.
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1720 Marco Polo Way. Ste DBurlingame, CA 94010
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Book AppointmentWhat Is Restorative Dentistry?
Restorative dentistry focuses on diagnosing and treating oral health issues that affect the structure or function of your teeth. This specialty includes procedures that repair teeth damaged by decay, trauma, or wear, as well as treatments that replace missing teeth to help you chew, speak, and smile with confidence. Using modern technology like digital X-rays and the Itero Lumina 3D scanner, Dr. Kim creates precise treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals.
The Advantages of Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dental care offers lasting benefits for your oral health and overall quality of life.
Prevents Further Damage
Restoring damaged or decayed teeth prevents further deterioration and protects surrounding teeth from additional stress or infection.
Improves Function
Replacing missing teeth improves your ability to chew food properly, which supports better digestion and nutrition.
Enhanced Appearance
A complete, healthy smile enhances your appearance and can boost your confidence in social and professional settings.
Restorative Dental Care Treatments
Dental Fillings
Tooth-colored composite fillings repair teeth affected by cavities while blending seamlessly with your natural enamel. Dr. Kim carefully removes the decayed portion of the tooth and fills the area with durable composite material that restores both strength and appearance.
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Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers a damaged, weakened, or severely decayed tooth to restore its shape, size, and function. Crowns provide long-lasting protection and can be made to match the color of your surrounding teeth for a natural look.
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Dental Bridges
Dental bridges replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring artificial teeth to the natural teeth or crowns on either side of the gap. This fixed restoration helps maintain your facial structure, distributes bite forces evenly, and prevents remaining teeth from shifting out of position.
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Root Canal/Endodontics
Root canal therapy saves a tooth that has become infected or severely damaged at its core by removing the diseased pulp tissue inside. After cleaning and sealing the tooth’s interior, the tooth is typically protected with a crown to restore full function and prevent future fractures.
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Dentures
Dentures are removable appliances that replace multiple missing teeth or a full arch, restoring your ability to eat and speak comfortably. Dr. Kim works with each patient to ensure a secure, natural-looking fit that complements their facial features.
Learn MoreSchedule Your Restorative Dentistry Appointment in Burlingame Today!
Contact Burlingame Dental to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward a healthier, fully restored smile. You can also complete your new patient forms online before your visit so Dr. Kim and her team can focus entirely on you from the moment you arrive.
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Why Choose Burlingame Dental for Restorative Dentistry?
Personalized Care
We schedule only one patient at a time, so you never feel rushed and your care is never interrupted by distractions from a busy waiting room.
Special Needs Expertise
Dr. Kim is a member of the Special Care Dentistry Association and has a personal connection to the special needs community, making our practice especially welcoming for patients with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other unique needs.
Flexible Payment Options
We offer financing through Cherry and accept most major PPO insurance plans to help make quality restorative dental care accessible for your family.