Restorative dentistry
Repair what needs help. Preserve what still works.
Fillings, crowns, bridges, implant restorations, and repair work explained clearly before treatment begins. Serving patients across Johnstown, Gloversville, Amsterdam, and the surrounding Fulton and Montgomery Counties.
The right repair, not the biggest repair.
Restorative care should solve a real problem and stop there. Dr. D'Addio walks through your options before any treatment begins.
No upsell scripts
When restorative care makes sense
Recognize yourself in one of these.
Most restorative visits start with one of four conversations. Each one ends in a plain-language plan you can actually use.
A tooth hurts or is sensitive
Lingering pain, sharp twinges when biting, or sensitivity to hot or cold often points to a cavity, a crack, or a failing restoration. The earlier we look, the more options stay on the table.
An old filling has failed
Old amalgam and composite fillings do not last forever. When edges wear down or decay creeps underneath, replacing the filling, or stepping up to a crown, protects what is still healthy.
A tooth has chipped or cracked
Most chips and cracks are repairable. Some need a crown, some need a bonded composite repair. We explain the trade-offs without leaning toward the most expensive option.
A crown or bridge needs attention
Crowns, bridges, and existing implant restorations can loosen, stain at the margins, or come off entirely. Do not wait. Most of the time we can recement or refit without starting over.
What restorative includes
The right repair, not the biggest repair.
Restorative care should solve a real problem and stop there. If a filling will hold, we do not jump to a crown. If a crown is needed, we explain why. If something can wait, we say so.
Tooth-colored fillings
Composite materials matched to your tooth shade. Used for cavities, small chips, and minor cosmetic repairs.
Crowns
When a tooth is too damaged for a filling, a crown protects what remains.
Bridges
A fixed solution for replacing one or two teeth, anchored to neighboring teeth.
Implant restorations
When an implant has been placed elsewhere, we restore it with a crown or bridge that fits your bite.
Repairs to existing dental work
Re-cementing crowns, refitting bridges, and refreshing old restorations that still have years left in them.
Sequenced treatment planning
When several teeth need attention, we prioritize what matters now and sequence the rest at your pace and budget.
What to expect
From a broken tooth to a clear plan.
The path from concern to treatment is short and unhurried. Most of the decision-making happens in the conversation with Dr. D'Addio.
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Call the office
Tell Sara, Kasey, Francine, or Maggie what you are experiencing. They will match you with the right type of visit.
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Honest evaluation
Dr. D'Addio looks at the tooth, reviews any history, and explains what he sees in language that makes sense.
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Plan together
You leave knowing the options, the trade-offs, the cost, and the timeline, before any restorative work starts.
Common questions
Practical answers, plainly written.
How long does a filling last?
When does a tooth need a crown instead of a filling?
How long does a crown last?
Will my insurance cover restorative work?
What if I can only afford to fix one thing right now?
Do you make crowns in one visit?
Related services
Other paths from the same chair.
Restorative work often connects to prevention on one side and cosmetic refinement on the other.
Ready to talk through what your tooth needs?
A short phone call keeps the next step simple and lets the front desk match you with the right visit type.
A legacy of family dentistry you can trust.