Regular Check-ups
preventive care is worth much more than people realize. The American Dental Association recommends that you visit your dentist at least once a year, and have scheduled cleanings every six months. During routine exams, the dentist checks for signs of tooth decay and oral cancer, examining your tongue, your glands and the inside of your mouth. The dentist also checks your bite, looking for signs of teeth grinding and disorders of the jaw.
Catching and correcting many of these problems early will ensure happy and healthy smiles for a lifetime. To learn more about preventive care and proper hygiene visit the American Dental Association website at www.ADA.org
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preventive Care and Cleanings
Regular cleanings remove plaque that can be missed by regular brushing and flossing. Without removal, a build-up can cause serious damage to teeth and gums. More advanced cleanings that require deep scaling can help patients with periodontal disease.
Our dental hygienists are highly trained and want to make your experience a positive one. Be sure to ask when booking your appointment for details of the kind of cleaning you are scheduled for. Certain conditions require pre-medication prior to any hygiene procedure.
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X-rays and Screenings
X-Rays are a non-invasive and safe procedure. X-rays can detect decay between teeth, infections in the bone, abscesses or cysts and developmental abnormalities.
Often overlooked, now regular check-ups include screenings for oral cancer. We use the newest Vizilite examination to look for even the earliest signs of cancer.
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Tooth Whitening
Today there are many whitening alternatives. The ones with the best results are offered at the dentist's office. The most popular is our 1-hour power whitening program that produces incredible results in no time.
White fillings are used to repair a tooth when cavities are found. Today white composite resin fillings replace the old silver amalgam fillings that can be unsightly. Ask your dentist about more information on this procedure.
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Periodontics
A periodontist is a specialist in the treatment of gum disease.
Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. An estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of the disease, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.
New research shows that gum disease can lead to various systemic diseases and conditions. Some serious risks are heart attack, stroke and low birth-weight in newborns whose mothers have gum disease.
Our network of specialty practices offers the latest treatment in all forms of periodontal disease.
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Endodontics
An endodontist is a specialist in diagnosing and treating problems associated with the inside of the tooth. Endodontic procedures, include root canals, retreatment of previous root canals that have not healed and endodontic surgery. Endodontists are also experienced at finding the cause of oral and facial pain that has been difficult to diagnose. Our network of specialists are experts in restoring the life of the tooth which relates to the health and well-being of the your overall oral health.
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Prosthodontics
Prosthodontists are dental specialists in the restoration and replacement of teeth. They are highly trained in state-of-the-art techniques and procedures for treating various and complex dental conditions which include: crowns, bridges, complete and removable partial dentures, dental implants, TMD-jaw joint problems, traumatic injuries to the mouth's structure and/or teeth, snoring or sleep disorders and oral cancer reconstruction and continuing care.
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Oral Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are dental specialists who treat conditions, defects, injuries, and esthetic aspects of the mouth, teeth, jaws, and face.
Some conditions that oral surgeons can help with are problems wisdom teeth, jaw and facial pain. Additionally, they treat accident victims suffering facial injuries, offer reconstructive and dental implant surgery, and care for patients with tumors and cysts of the jaws and functional and esthetic conditions of the maxillofacial areas. They have specialized training in pain control and anesthesia.
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