Services
Family Dentistry
Family dentistry is a branch of dentistry that focuses on providing comprehensive dental care for individuals of all ages, from infants to seniors. Family dentists are trained to treat a wide range of dental conditions, including preventive care, restorative care, and cosmetic dentistry. They also provide education and counseling on oral hygiene and healthy lifestyle habits.
Benefits of Family Dentistry
There are many benefits to choosing a family dentist for your family’s dental care. Here are just a few:
Convenience: Family dentists offer a wide range of services under one roof, so you can get all your family’s dental care in one place. This can save you time and money.
Personalized care: Family dentists take the time to get to know you and your family’s dental needs. They will develop a personalized treatment plan that is tailored to your specific needs.
Established rapport: Family dentists build relationships with their patients over time. This can make it easier for you to feel comfortable and at ease during your dental appointments.
Early detection and prevention: Family dentists can detect and treat dental problems early on, when they are usually easier and less expensive to treat. They can also provide education and counseling on oral hygiene and healthy lifestyle habits to help prevent dental problems from developing in the first place.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is a specialized branch of dental care that focuses on improving the aesthetics of teeth, gums, and the overall smile. Through a variety of procedures, cosmetic dentists aim to enhance the appearance of teeth, address imperfections, and create a more attractive and confident smile.
Common Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
Cosmetic dentistry encompasses a range of procedures designed to address various dental concerns and enhance the overall smile:
Teeth whitening: Teeth whitening is a popular procedure that lightens the color of teeth, removing stains and discoloration caused by food, beverages, and aging. Various teeth whitening options are available, including professional in-office treatments and at-home whitening kits.
Dental bonding: Dental bonding involves applying a tooth-colored resin material to the surface of a tooth to restore its shape, size, or color. Bonding can be used to repair chipped or cracked teeth, close gaps between teeth, and even lengthen the appearance of short teeth.
Dental veneers: Dental veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are bonded to the front surface of teeth to mask imperfections and enhance the appearance of the smile. Veneers can be used to address a variety of cosmetic concerns, such as discoloration, chipped or cracked teeth, misaligned teeth, and gaps between teeth.
Restorative Dentistry
Restorative dentistry is a specialized branch of dental care that focuses on restoring the function, structure, and aesthetics of teeth that have been damaged, decayed, or lost. Through a variety of procedures, restorative dentists aim to repair or replace damaged teeth, improving both oral health and overall well-being.
Common Restorative Dentistry Procedures
Restorative dentistry encompasses a wide range of procedures, each tailored to address specific dental concerns:
Crowns: Crowns are tooth-shaped caps that are placed over a weakened or damaged tooth to protect it from further damage, improve its appearance, and restore its functionality. Crowns are typically made of porcelain, metal, or a combination of both.
Bridges: Bridges are used to replace missing teeth by anchoring them to the adjacent teeth or implants. Bridges restore chewing ability, prevent shifting of adjacent teeth, and improve facial aesthetics.
Dental implants: Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that are surgically placed into the jawbone to provide a stable foundation for replacement teeth. Implants offer a permanent and natural-looking solution for missing teeth.
Braces for Adults
Many people get braces when they are teenagers. By the time they are adults, many people who could have benefited from orthodontics feel like they’ve missed out, but it’s never too late to get braces.
People who want orthodontic treatment for their problems can benefit from treatments like braces, aligners, and other forms of care.
The Five Different Types of Braces
The type that’s right for you will depend on several factors, which include how severe your dental issues are, what type of braces you prefer, and your budget.
1. Metal Braces
2. Lingual Braces
3. Ceramic Braces
4. Self-Ligating Braces
5. Clear Invisible Aligners
If you want more information about getting braces, please contact us today!
Dental Implant Restorations
Dental implants are a popular and effective method for replacing missing teeth. They offer numerous advantages over traditional bridges and dentures, including improved durability, function, and aesthetics.
Dental implant restorations can be used to replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or even all teeth in an arch. The type of restoration chosen will depend on the number of teeth missing and the patient’s specific needs.
Benefits of Dental Implant Restorations
Dental implant restorations offer several advantages over traditional bridges and dentures:
Durability and Longevity: Dental implants are made of titanium, a biocompatible material that fuses with the jawbone over time. This creates a strong and stable foundation for the restoration, ensuring it can last for many years with proper care.
Improved Function: Dental implants allow you to bite and chew food with confidence, just like you would with natural teeth. This can significantly improve your ability to enjoy a variety of foods and enhance your overall quality of life.
Partial and Complete Dentures
Missing teeth can impact not just your smile, but also your ability to chew and speak clearly. Dentures offer a reliable solution, replacing missing teeth and restoring lost function. There are two main types of dentures:
Complete Dentures and Partial Dentures
Complete dentures are used when all teeth in an upper or lower jaw, or both, are missing. They are custom-made to fit snugly against the gums, with a base that resembles gum tissue and replacement teeth crafted from acrylic or porcelain. Complete dentures improve chewing and speaking ability, and can enhance facial appearance by supporting the cheeks and lips.
Partial dentures, on the other hand, are for individuals with some remaining natural teeth. These removable appliances fill in gaps created by missing teeth, preventing surrounding teeth from shifting and improving bite function. Partial dentures typically consist of replacement teeth attached to a gum-colored plastic base, often with metal clasps that secure them to the natural teeth.
Crowns and Bridges
Dental Crowns
Protect the integrity of a tooth or completely change its shape and appearance with dental crowns. In our office, we offer crown treatments with state-of-the-art technology to make the process quick and simple.
Dental Bridge
Dental bridges allow gaps between your teeth due to extractions to be filled in an aesthetic, functional way. A dental bridge is mounted on existing teeth with a prosthetic tooth between them.
Quality Dental Care
We are committed to friendly, high-quality dental care for every member of the family. If you would like to know more about becoming our patient or need to schedule an appointment, reach out to the team today.
Fillings
Fillings are used to repair cavities, the most prevalent dental problem. Dentists remove the decayed portion of the tooth and fill the cavity with a material, such as amalgam, composite resin, or glass ionomer cement, to restore the tooth’s structure and function.
Benefits of Dental Fillings
Below are several benefits of dental fillings.
1. Fillings last an average of 10 to 20 years
2. Improves the appearance of your teeth
3. Strengthens weak teeth
4. Restores your full chewing capacity
Neglecting your oral health will cost more to fix later than if you had dealt with your dental issues sooner rather than later.
Contact us today to schedule an exam.
Dental Cleanings
Seeing the dentist on a regular basis can help protect your teeth from a variety of problems including gum disease, gum recession, loose permanent teeth and more. In this way, going to the dentist can save you money and time spent repairing your teeth.
The Benefits of Dental Cleanings
1. Keep your teeth whiter and brighter
2. Maintain fresh breath
3. Detect problems early
4. Avoid problems like gum disease
What to Expect During Your Visit
When you come in for a dental cleaning, your dentist will inspect your mouth for signs of a dental problem. Your teeth will be cleaned by a dental hygienist, and you may receive a fluoride treatment to strengthen your tooth enamel.
Teeth Whitening
Find your way to a more confident smile with professional teeth whitening services. Our office offers a range of the most innovative options to get a brighter, whiter smile.
Teeth whitening is among the most requested cosmetic dentistry services. After all, who doesn’t love a bright, shining smile?
There are a variety of teeth whitening techniques available at our office that are safe and effective for the vast majority of people.
Treatments
Treatments range from prescription-strength whitening kits that patients use at home to chairside bleaching to state-of-the-art laser technology. Talk with your dentist to see which whitening options are right for you.
Keep in mind that scheduling a professional dental cleaning for every six months will go a long way toward keeping your teeth pearly white.
Tooth Extractions
Tooth extractions are a common dental procedure that involves removing a tooth from the mouth. While dentists always strive to preserve natural teeth, there are times when extraction is the best course of treatment.
Is Tooth Extraction Necessary?
Here are some of the most common reasons why a tooth extraction might be necessary:
1. Severe tooth decay: If a tooth is severely decayed and cannot be repaired with a filling or crown, extraction may be necessary to prevent the infection from spreading to other teeth.
2. Impacted tooth: An impacted tooth is a tooth that is unable to erupt through the gum line. This can cause pain, infection, and damage to other teeth. Impacted wisdom teeth are the most common type of impacted teeth.
3. Gum disease: Severe gum disease can damage the tissues that support the teeth, causing them to loosen and fall out. In some cases, tooth extraction may be necessary to prevent further tooth loss.
