Restorative Dentistry in Worthington, Ohio

When cavities form, they create holes in your teeth. If you leave them untreated, those holes grow larger and can lead to pain or even infection.

Dental fillings stop the decay in its tracks and restore your tooth’s shape. The process is simple: we remove the decayed portion and fill the space with durable material. Most fillings take just one visit to complete.

We use tooth-colored composite fillings that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. These modern fillings actually bond to your tooth structure, which means they provide strong, lasting results while looking completely natural.

Think of a crown as a protective cap that covers a damaged tooth completely. It shields the tooth from further damage while restoring its original size and shape.

You might need a crown if your tooth has:

• A large cavity that has weakened the structure
• A crack or fracture
• Undergone root canal treatment
• Worn down from grinding or clenching

We create custom crowns designed specifically for your mouth. Each crown is crafted to match your natural teeth in both color and shape. Once placed over your prepared tooth, it functions just like a normal tooth. With proper care, crowns can

When you lose a tooth, the gap it leaves behind causes more problems than you might expect. Dental bridges offer a solution by filling that space with artificial teeth anchored to the natural teeth on either side.

Here’s what happens when missing teeth go unreplaced: the teeth next to the gap start shifting into the empty space, which throws off your bite. Chewing becomes harder. Over time, you can even experience bone loss in your jaw.

A bridge prevents all of these issues. It restores your ability to chew properly and helps maintain your facial structure. The best part? A well-made bridge looks natural and functions just like your original teeth did.

If you’re looking for a permanent solution to missing teeth, dental implants are worth considering. An implant is a small titanium post that gets placed into your jawbone, where it acts as an artificial tooth root.

The implant process unfolds in stages:

1. Dr. Molzahn places the implant post in your jaw during a minor surgical procedure
2. Over the next several months, your bone grows around the post and holds it securely in place
3. Once the implant has integrated with your bone, we attach a custom crown to complete your new tooth

Dental implants offer some real advantages. Unlike bridges, they don’t require us to alter your nearby healthy teeth. They also help prevent bone loss in your jaw, which naturally occurs when teeth go missing. Plus, they look and feel remarkably like natural teeth.

Whether you need to replace one tooth, several teeth, or want to support a full set of dentures, dental implants can work for you. The right option depends on your specific needs and overall oral health.

Dentures replace multiple missing teeth or even a full arch of teeth. Today’s dentures have come a long way—they look natural and fit far more comfortably than older versions.

We offer two main types:

• Partial dentures fill in the gaps when you’re missing some teeth but still have healthy ones remaining. They clip onto your existing natural teeth to stay secure.
• Complete dentures replace all the teeth in your upper or lower jaw (or both). They rest on your gums and stay in place through a combination of suction and proper fit.

Dr. Molzahn creates dentures that are custom-fitted to your mouth. When dentures fit properly, they dramatically improve your quality of life. You’ll be able to eat a full range of foods again and speak clearly without worry.

For patients who want extra stability, implant-supported dentures combine the full coverage of traditional dentures with the security that dental implants provide.