When a tooth needs help, we focus on conservative, durable repairs, and on making sure you understand every option before we begin. Restorative care has been a focus of this practice since it opened.
Natural-looking composite fillings that blend seamlessly with your smile.
When a cavity is caught early, a composite filling repairs the tooth with a material shaded to match your natural enamel, so it blends right in. Dr. Marquez removes the decay, cleans the area, and shapes the filling until your bite feels normal again. Most fillings are completed in a single visit, and the area is numbed to keep you comfortable the whole time.
Tooth-colored fillings
Natural-looking composite fillings that blend seamlessly with your smile.
When a cavity is caught early, a composite filling repairs the tooth with a material shaded to match your natural enamel, so it blends right in. Dr. Marquez removes the decay, cleans the area, and shapes the filling until your bite feels normal again. Most fillings are completed in a single visit, and the area is numbed to keep you comfortable the whole time.
Crowns & bridges
Strong, precisely fitted restorations that protect damaged teeth and replace missing ones.
A crown covers and protects a tooth that is cracked, heavily filled, or worn down, while a bridge uses the neighboring teeth to fill the space left by a missing one. Both are precisely fitted and shaded to look and feel like your own teeth, restoring comfortable chewing. Treatment usually takes two visits: one to prepare the tooth and place a temporary, and a second to fit and adjust the final restoration.
Crowns & bridges
Strong, precisely fitted restorations that protect damaged teeth and replace missing ones.
A crown covers and protects a tooth that is cracked, heavily filled, or worn down, while a bridge uses the neighboring teeth to fill the space left by a missing one. Both are precisely fitted and shaded to look and feel like your own teeth, restoring comfortable chewing. Treatment usually takes two visits: one to prepare the tooth and place a temporary, and a second to fit and adjust the final restoration.
Fig. 3
a. False toothb. Crownc. Tooth shaped to receive it
This drawing comes apart: rest the pointer on it and the loose part seats.
Implant restorations
Crowns, bridges, and dentures anchored on dental implants for a secure, natural feel.
If you have a dental implant, or you are thinking about one, we design and attach the crown, bridge, or denture that goes on top of it. Implant-supported teeth are stable and natural looking, and they do not lean on neighboring teeth for support. If the implant itself still needs to be placed, Dr. Marquez will explain how that step works and help you map out the whole process from start to finish.
Implant restorations
Crowns, bridges, and dentures anchored on dental implants for a secure, natural feel.
If you have a dental implant, or you are thinking about one, we design and attach the crown, bridge, or denture that goes on top of it. Implant-supported teeth are stable and natural looking, and they do not lean on neighboring teeth for support. If the implant itself still needs to be placed, Dr. Marquez will explain how that step works and help you map out the whole process from start to finish.
Fig. 4
a. Crownb. Abutmentc. Implant, in the jawbone
This drawing comes apart: rest the pointer on it and the loose part seats.
Dentures & partials
Comfortable, well-fitting dentures designed to look like you and work like teeth should.
Whether you are missing a few teeth or a full arch, a well-made denture or partial restores your ability to chew, speak, and smile comfortably. Fit matters most, so we take careful impressions and refine the shape until the denture feels secure. Expect a few visits for measurements, try-ins, and fine-tuning, plus follow-up adjustments as you get used to wearing it.
Dentures & partials
Comfortable, well-fitting dentures designed to look like you and work like teeth should.
Whether you are missing a few teeth or a full arch, a well-made denture or partial restores your ability to chew, speak, and smile comfortably. Fit matters most, so we take careful impressions and refine the shape until the denture feels secure. Expect a few visits for measurements, try-ins, and fine-tuning, plus follow-up adjustments as you get used to wearing it.
Fig. 5
a. Acrylic baseb. A full arch of teeth
Root canal therapy
Gentle treatment that relieves pain and saves teeth that would otherwise be lost.
A root canal treats infection or deep decay inside a tooth so the tooth itself can be saved instead of pulled. Despite its reputation, the visit feels much like getting a filling: the tooth is fully numbed, the inflamed tissue is removed, and the inside is cleaned and sealed. Many patients notice real relief once the source of the pain is treated, though every tooth is different and Dr. Marquez will tell you exactly what to expect with yours.
Root canal therapy
Gentle treatment that relieves pain and saves teeth that would otherwise be lost.
A root canal treats infection or deep decay inside a tooth so the tooth itself can be saved instead of pulled. Despite its reputation, the visit feels much like getting a filling: the tooth is fully numbed, the inflamed tissue is removed, and the inside is cleaned and sealed. Many patients notice real relief once the source of the pain is treated, though every tooth is different and Dr. Marquez will tell you exactly what to expect with yours.
Extractions
When a tooth can’t be saved, we make the procedure, and the plan for what comes next, as smooth as possible.
Sometimes a tooth is too damaged or decayed to repair, and removing it is the healthiest choice for your mouth. We numb the area thoroughly, work gently, and make sure you know what is happening at every step. Just as important, Dr. Marquez will talk with you about what comes next, whether that is a bridge, an implant restoration, or a partial, so you are never left with a gap and no plan.
Extractions
When a tooth can’t be saved, we make the procedure, and the plan for what comes next, as smooth as possible.
Sometimes a tooth is too damaged or decayed to repair, and removing it is the healthiest choice for your mouth. We numb the area thoroughly, work gently, and make sure you know what is happening at every step. Just as important, Dr. Marquez will talk with you about what comes next, whether that is a bridge, an implant restoration, or a partial, so you are never left with a gap and no plan.
Not sure what you need? You don’t need a diagnosis to give us a call:(843) 884-8315
No two mouths are the same, so no two plans are either. But every visit here follows the same rhythm:
First
A careful look
We start by listening to what you have noticed, then take digital x‑rays and intraoral photos as needed. You see everything on the chairside screen, so nothing is a mystery.
Then
A plan in plain language
Dr. Marquez explains what is going on and walks through your options, unhurried and without jargon. You will know what she recommends, why, and what to expect before anything begins.
Last
Comfortable treatment
When you are ready, we numb the area thoroughly and check in with you throughout the procedure. You leave with clear aftercare instructions and our number, (843) 884-8315, in case questions come up.
Common questions
Answers, in plain language
If your question isn’t here, call (843) 884-8315 and a real person will help.
The tooth and the area around it are numbed before we start, so most people feel some pressure but not pain. A little sensitivity for a few days afterward is normal. If anything still feels off after that, call us at (843) 884-8315 and we will take a look.
Is a root canal really as bad as people say?
No, and this is one of the most common worries we hear. With thorough numbing, modern root canal therapy usually feels similar to having a filling placed. Most people come in because the tooth already hurts, and treating the infection inside it is typically what brings relief.
How do I know if I need a crown or just a filling?
Generally, a filling repairs a smaller area of decay, while a crown protects a tooth that is cracked, heavily worn, or too damaged for a filling to hold. We will show you photos of your tooth on the chairside screen so you can see what we see. From there, Dr. Marquez will explain your options and the reasons behind her recommendation.
Should I just have the tooth pulled instead of fixing it?
When a tooth can be saved, keeping it is usually the better long-term choice, since a missing tooth can affect chewing and let neighboring teeth shift over time. That said, every situation is different. Dr. Marquez will walk you through both paths in plain language and help you decide what makes sense for you.
How long do fillings, crowns, and dentures last?
It depends on the size of the restoration, where it sits in your mouth, and how you care for it. With good brushing, flossing, and regular checkups, fillings often last many years and crowns often last a decade or more. We check your existing dental work at every visit so small problems get caught while they are still small.
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