Restorative Dentistry

    Dentures at Gause Dentistry in NYC For patients missing several or all of their teeth, dentures remain a proven, effective way to restore both function and appearance. Dr. Alex Gause offers both traditional dentures and implant-supported options, helping patients choose the approach that best fits their needs, bone structure, and long-term goals. Schedule a personalized…

    Dentures at Gause Dentistry in NYC

    For patients missing several or all of their teeth, dentures remain a proven, effective way to restore both function and appearance. Dr. Alex Gause offers both traditional dentures and implant-supported options, helping patients choose the approach that best fits their needs, bone structure, and long-term goals.

    Schedule a personalized denture consultation to compare the fit, stability, and support available for your smile.

    What Are Dentures?

    Dentures are removable, custom-made replacements for missing teeth, designed to restore your ability to chew, speak, and smile with confidence. At Gause Dentistry, Dr. Gause places and fits dentures and bridges for patients with a more limited number of missing teeth in a row.

    There are a few different approaches, depending on your specific situation:

    • Traditional (conventional) dentures rest directly on the gums and are held in place through natural suction and, in some cases, adhesive. They remain a practical option for patients who aren’t candidates for implants or who prefer a non-surgical approach.
    • Implant-supported removable dentures combine the stability of dental implants with the practicality of a removable appliance. A small number of implants are placed in the jawbone, and the denture is designed to snap securely onto them—offering significantly more stability and confidence than a traditional denture, while remaining removable for cleaning.
    • Bridges, while not technically dentures, are another option Dr. Gause places as indicated for patients missing one or a few teeth in a row, using the surrounding natural teeth (or implants) as anchors for a fixed, non-removable restoration.

    Because the practice also offers full-arch fixed implant solutions (All-on-4, All-on-6, All-on-X), patients considering dentures have a full range of options to weigh—from fully removable to fully fixed—based on their bone health, budget, and personal preference.

    Benefits of Dentures

    Restored function and appearance

    Whether traditional or implant-supported, dentures allow patients missing multiple teeth to eat a wider range of foods, speak clearly, and smile confidently.

    A range of options to fit your situation

    Not every patient is a candidate for—or interested in—a fixed full-arch implant solution. Dentures, particularly implant-supported ones, offer a strong middle ground: significantly more stability and comfort than a traditional denture, at a different investment level and treatment timeline than a fixed full-arch case.

    Greater stability with implant support

    For patients who’ve struggled with a loose or shifting traditional denture, implant-supported dentures offer a noticeable improvement—the denture snaps securely onto the implants, reducing movement while eating and speaking.

    A plan tailored to your bone health

    Whether implant-supported dentures are a good option depends significantly on the volume and density of your jawbone. Because CBCT imaging is used to evaluate this in detail, and bone grafting is available when needed, Dr. Gause can offer a clear, honest recommendation about which type of denture—or whether a fixed alternative—makes the most sense for you.

    A comfortable, well-fitted appliance

    Digital scanning is used throughout the denture fabrication process, supporting a more precise, comfortable fit than older impression-based methods.

    Which Option Is Right for You?

    The right choice between traditional dentures, implant-supported dentures, a bridge, or a fixed full-arch solution depends on how many teeth you’re missing, the condition of your jawbone, and your personal priorities around cost, stability, and maintenance.

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    About the Doctor

    Specializing in dental implants and clear aligner treatment, Dr. Gause is a distinguished graduate of the Kois Center in Seattle, where he received advanced training in comprehensive oral rehabilitation. He is also a Key Opinion Leader for Dentsply Sirona SureSmile aligners and is a sought-after national lecturer on dental implantology and digital implant workflows.

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    Explore a Better-Fitting Solution for Missing Teeth

    Dentures are a custom solution, with a variety of iterations we can suggest for your exact smiles and needs. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Alex Gause today to discuss which denture option is right for you.

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    Dental Implants in NYC A missing tooth is never just a cosmetic problem. It changes how you chew, how your bite settles, and over time, how the bone beneath it holds up. Dr. Alex Gause offers the skills to solve that problem permanently with dental implants.  Dr. Gause provides dental implants with a focus on…

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    A missing tooth is never just a cosmetic problem. It changes how you chew, how your bite settles, and over time, how the bone beneath it holds up. Dr. Alex Gause offers the skills to solve that problem permanently with dental implants. 

    Dr. Gause provides dental implants with a focus on precision, comfort, and long-term value. Our New York City practice serves adults who want thoughtful recommendations and high-quality care. You can begin with an in-office visit or schedule a virtual consultation to discuss your goals.

    What Is a Dental Implant?

    A dental implant is a small titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth. It’s placed directly into the jawbone, where it fuses with the surrounding bone over several months in a process called osseointegration. Once that foundation is secure, a custom-crafted restoration—such as a ceramic crown made from zirconia or e.max—is attached on top, completing a tooth that looks, feels, and functions like your own.

    Unlike a bridge, an implant doesn’t rely on neighboring teeth for support. It stands on its own, which means healthy teeth next to the gap are left untouched.

    Dr. Gause manages every stage of implant care personally, including:

    • Single-tooth implants for one missing tooth
    • Implant-supported removable dentures for patients missing multiple teeth who want a more secure, stable alternative to a traditional denture
    • Fixed full-arch solutions (All-on-X) for patients missing most or all of their teeth in an arch
    • Bone grafting and sinus lifts, when the jawbone needs to be built up or reinforced before an implant can be placed
    • Guided bone regeneration and PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) treatment, advanced techniques that support faster, more predictable healing

    Because Dr. Gause is a Dentsply Sirona Key Opinion Leader for implant dentistry, this isn’t a referred-out procedure handled by a separate surgical practice. It’s a core part of what he does. Your treatment is further supported by in-office CBCT imaging for precise 3D treatment planning and digital scanning.

    Benefits of Dental Implants

    They stop bone loss

    When a tooth root is missing, the jawbone beneath it has nothing to stimulate it and the bone begins to resorb over time. This is why a “temporary” tooth gap can lead to a sunken, aged appearance in the lower face years later. An implant is the only tooth replacement option that replicates the root and helps preserve that bone.

    They don’t compromise adjacent teeth

    A traditional bridge requires grinding down the healthy teeth on either side of a gap to anchor a false tooth. An implant needs no such preparation—your remaining natural teeth stay exactly as they are.

    They last

    With proper care, a well-placed and well-restored implant can function for decades. The combination of a titanium root and a metal-free ceramic crown also means no dark line at the gumline and no metal allergy concerns.

    They restore full function

    Because implants are anchored in bone rather than resting on the gum tissue, they allow for a bite force close to that of a natural tooth. Patients can eat the foods they’ve been avoiding without worrying about slipping or instability.

    They’re planned digitally, from start to finish

    In-house CBCT imaging maps the exact location of nerves, sinuses, and bone density before any treatment takes place. Digital scans replace the old putty-tray impressions, and in many cases, surgical guides are 3D printed in-office to offer precise, minimally invasive placement.

    One doctor, one plan

    For patients who value continuity and precision—especially those who’ve had a difficult experience with implants elsewhere, or who are managing a treatment plan for the first time—having a single, highly credentialed provider oversee surgical placement, bone grafting, and the final restoration removes the guesswork and hand-offs that can come with a multi-office approach.

    Is a Dental Implant Right for You?

    Not every case is the same, and part of what makes implant treatment predictable is an honest, individualized evaluation of your exact smile. Dr. Gause will walk you through exactly what your case requires before any treatment begins. Whether that’s a single implant, a full-arch solution, or needing a supporting procedure like a bone graft, you’re in good hands with Dr. Gause.

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    About the Doctor

    Specializing in dental implants and clear aligner treatment, Dr. Gause is a distinguished graduate of the Kois Center in Seattle, where he received advanced training in comprehensive oral rehabilitation. He is also a Key Opinion Leader for Dentsply Sirona SureSmile aligners and is a sought-after national lecturer on dental implantology and digital implant workflows.

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    Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants

    Choose care designed around more than a quick fix. Contact Dr. Alex Gause, NYC’s premier dentist, to learn how dental implants may support your health, comfort, function, or confidence.

    Schedule a virtual consultation with Dr. Gause today to find out what dental implants can do for your smile.

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    Dental Crowns in NYC When a tooth is too damaged for a filling but doesn’t need to be removed, a crown is often the solution that saves it. Dr. Alex Gause places ceramic crowns for a result that’s both durable and visually natural. Schedule a crown consultation at Gause Dentistry to learn whether a custom…

    Dental Crowns in NYC

    When a tooth is too damaged for a filling but doesn’t need to be removed, a crown is often the solution that saves it. Dr. Alex Gause places ceramic crowns for a result that’s both durable and visually natural. Schedule a crown consultation at Gause Dentistry to learn whether a custom ceramic restoration can protect your tooth and restore confidence in your bite.

    What Is a Dental Crown?

    A dental crown is a custom-made cap that covers a tooth entirely, restoring its shape, strength, and function. Crowns are typically recommended for teeth that are significantly decayed, cracked, worn down, or weakened. They can be used following a root canal as well.

    At Gause Dentistry, all crowns are made from ceramic materials—either e.max or zirconia—rather than the metal or porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns still used in many practices. This is a deliberate choice: ceramic crowns offer a translucency that closely mimics natural tooth enamel, without the dark shadowing that can appear at the gumline over time with metal-based crowns, and without the risk of metal sensitivity.

    The process begins with a digital scan of your tooth rather than a traditional impression, which is used to design the crown precisely to fit your bite and match the shape and shade of your surrounding teeth. Depending on the case, crowns are used to:

    • Protect a tooth after a root canal, where the removal of the tooth’s nerve can leave it more brittle
    • Restore a tooth with extensive decay that a filling alone couldn’t address
      Repair a cracked or fractured tooth
    • Cap and restore a dental implant, completing the visible portion of an implant-supported tooth
    • Improve the appearance of a misshapen or heavily discolored tooth as part of cosmetic treatment

    Dr. Gause’s cosmetic credentials go well beyond general practice. He’s a graduate of the Kois Center, one of the most respected continuing education institutes in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, and serves as a Dentsply Sirona Key Opinion Leader for SureSmile—meaning he’s recognized at a national level for his expertise with these exact technologies.

    Benefits of Dental Crowns

    Saves a tooth that would otherwise need extraction

    A crown allows a significantly damaged tooth to remain in your mouth and continue functioning, rather than being removed and replaced.

    A natural, metal-free appearance

    Because crowns at our office are made exclusively from e.max or zirconia, they reflect light similarly to natural enamel and don’t carry the visible dark line at the gumline that can develop with older metal-based crowns over time.

    Built for strength and longevity

    Both e.max and zirconia are chosen specifically for their combination of durability and aesthetics—strong enough to handle the forces of daily biting and chewing, while still delivering a translucent, natural look.

    Precision fit through digital scanning

    A digital scan replaces the uncomfortable impression trays of the past and produces a highly accurate model for crown fabrication, which supports a better fit and less need for in-office adjustment.

    Protects surrounding teeth and your bite

    A properly fitted crown restores a tooth’s original shape and height, helping maintain the proper alignment and function of your bite, rather than allowing a damaged tooth to shift or wear unevenly against its neighbors.

    Versatility across treatment types

    Whether you’re restoring a tooth after a root canal, completing an implant, or addressing a cosmetic concern, Dr. Gause approaches dental crowns with the same material standard and digital precision, regardless of the reason for treatment.

    Is a Crown Right for Your Tooth?

    Not every damaged tooth needs a crown—in some cases, a filling is sufficient, and in others, the damage may be too extensive for even a crown to save the tooth. A thorough exam, often supported by digital X-rays, will determine the most appropriate treatment for your specific situation.

    About the Doctor

    Specializing in dental implants and clear aligner treatment, Dr. Gause is a distinguished graduate of the Kois Center in Seattle, where he received advanced training in comprehensive oral rehabilitation. He is also a Key Opinion Leader for Dentsply Sirona SureSmile aligners and is a sought-after national lecturer on dental implantology and digital implant workflows.

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    Restore Your Tooth with a Custom Dental Crown

    Crowns can support your tooth to give your smile strength and improved appearance. Learn about our custom tooth-colored crowns by scheduling a consultation at our office or scheduling a virtual consultation with Dr. Alex Gause.

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    Restorative Dentistry in NYC Restorative dentistry is about rebuilding what’s been lost or damaged—a cracked tooth, a missing tooth, an old restoration that’s failed—and doing it in a way that holds up for years. Dr. Alex Gause approaches restorative care with the same precision and digital planning he brings to all other aspects of his…

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    Restorative dentistry is about rebuilding what’s been lost or damaged—a cracked tooth, a missing tooth, an old restoration that’s failed—and doing it in a way that holds up for years. Dr. Alex Gause approaches restorative care with the same precision and digital planning he brings to all other aspects of his practice.

    Let Dr. Gause evaluate what can be preserved, repaired, or replaced so you can move forward with a stronger, more comfortable smile.

    What Is Restorative Dentistry?

    Restorative dentistry encompasses the treatments used to repair, rebuild, or replace damaged and missing teeth, restoring both function and structure. This covers a broad range of services, all handled in our metropolitan NYC office.

    • Ceramic crowns, made from e.max or zirconia, used to protect and rebuild teeth that are cracked, heavily decayed, or structurally compromised—we do not place metal or metal-based crowns
    • Root canals, to treat infection or damage inside a tooth while preserving the natural tooth itself
    • Dental implants, including single-tooth implants, implant-supported removable dentures, and fixed full-arch (All-on-X) solutions, along with supporting procedures like bone grafting and sinus lifts
    • Dentures and bridges, placed as indicated for patients missing multiple teeth
    • Extractions, including wisdom teeth, impacted teeth, and routine extractions, when a tooth can’t be saved
    • Guided bone regeneration and PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) treatment, advanced techniques that support healing and prepare the jaw for implant placement

    What ties all of this together is a combination of a digital approach and Dr. Gause’s technical training. CBCT imaging maps the jaw in three dimensions before implant placement, root canal treatment, or extractions. Intraoral scanning replaces traditional impressions for crowns, bridges, and dentures. And 3D printing is used to fabricate models, surgical guides, and other components with precision.

    Benefits of Restorative Dentistry

    Preserves your natural bite

    Restorative treatment isn’t just about fixing what’s broken—it’s about making sure your bite continues to function properly. Because Dr. Gause is a Kois Center graduate with training focused specifically on functional, bite-conscious dentistry, restorative work at Gause Dentistry is planned with your overall bite in mind, not just the individual tooth being treated.

    One doctor for the entire plan

    Complex restorative cases—a tooth that needs a root canal and a crown, or a missing tooth that requires an implant and a bone graft—often involve multiple steps. Having a single provider manage the entire sequence, from diagnosis through the final restoration, means better continuity and fewer hand-offs between different practices.

    Metal-free materials.

    Ceramic crowns in e.max or zirconia offer a more natural, translucent appearance than older metal or metal-fused crowns, without the dark line that can appear at the gumline over time.

    Advanced techniques for better healing

    Guided bone regeneration and PRF treatment use your body’s own healing processes to support better outcomes, particularly in implant and extraction cases where the health of the surrounding bone and tissue matters for the success of your treatment.

    Precision through digital imaging

    CBCT imaging gives Dr. Gause a detailed, three-dimensional view before treatment even begins—for root canals, this means a clearer picture of root canal anatomy; for extractions and implants, a precise map of bone, nerves, and sinus structures.

    Protects and restores, rather than just covers problems

    Wherever possible, treatment is designed to preserve as much of your natural tooth structure as can be safely maintained, reserving extraction and replacement for cases where a tooth genuinely can’t be saved.

    When Restorative Treatment Is Needed

    Restorative dentistry may be recommended when a tooth’s health, strength, or function has been compromised. Common reasons for treatment include:

    Tooth decay or cavities

    Chipped, cracked, or fractured teeth

    Worn or weakened enamel

    Dental infections

    Damaged or failing fillings and crowns

    One or more missing teeth

    A thorough exam—often supported by digital X-rays or CBCT imaging—allows Dr. Gause to identify the problem and determine the most appropriate treatment for your specific needs.

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    About the Doctor

    Specializing in dental implants and clear aligner treatment, Dr. Gause is a distinguished graduate of the Kois Center in Seattle, where he received advanced training in comprehensive oral rehabilitation. He is also a Key Opinion Leader for Dentsply Sirona SureSmile aligners and is a sought-after national lecturer on dental implantology and digital implant workflows.

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    Restore Strength, Function, and Confidence

    Choose care designed around more than a quick fix. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Alex Gause today to discuss your restorative dentistry needs.

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