A Tooth Is Worth Saving
A natural tooth almost always works better than a replacement. It keeps your bite balanced, supports the teeth around it, and helps protect the bone in your jaw. That is why Dr. Perimenis looks for a way to restore a tooth before considering removal.
Even a tooth that looks badly damaged can sometimes be rebuilt. What matters is how much healthy structure remains below the surface, which a digital exam and 3D scan can show clearly.
When a Tooth Can Be Saved
Deep decay, a large old filling, or a cracked tooth does not always mean the tooth has to go. A crown can cover and protect a weak tooth, and a damaged inner tooth can often be treated and sealed rather than removed.
Catching a problem early gives you the most options. The longer a crack or infection is left alone, the harder the tooth is to keep, so it helps to come in when something first feels off.
How We Rebuild a Tooth
Treatment starts with a digital scan instead of a messy impression. From there, restorations like crowns are designed and milled in house, which keeps the fit precise and often means fewer visits.
Minimally invasive care guides each step, so we remove as little natural tooth as possible while still giving you a result that looks natural and lasts.
When Removal Is the Better Choice
Sometimes a tooth truly cannot be saved, and holding on to it would only cause more problems. In those cases, we explain why, walk you through your options, and plan a replacement such as an implant that protects your long term health.
The goal is always the same, to help you keep a healthy, comfortable smile with as much of your natural tooth as possible. If you have a tooth that hurts, feels loose, or has been called hopeless, it is worth a second look. Book a consultation with Dr. Perimenis in Kerhonkson to see what can be done.
