Cleanings are performed by hygienists, who scale and polish the teeth, takes x-rays, & assesses patient concerns before the exam.
Scaling and Root Planing treats gum disease by deep-cleaning below the gumline, removing calculus & smoothing irregular areas.
Periodontal Maintenance, done every 3-4 months, drastically improves oral health
Cleanings are performed by hygienists, who scale and polish the teeth, takes x-rays, & assesses patient concerns before the exam.
Scaling and Root Planing treats gum disease by deep-cleaning below the gumline, removing calculus & smoothing irregular areas.
Periodontal Maintenance, done every 3-4 months, drastically improves oral health after completing scaling and root planing.
Oral Exams are performed by the dentist to assess oral health and develop a customized treatment plan that best fits patients' individual needs.
Sealants prevent cavities and allow plaque to be removed more easily.
Fillings help treat the decayed portion of a tooth and “fill” the cavity with a composite resin.
Crowns are tooth-shaped caps that restore the tooth’s shape, size and strength. These are done in two visits.
Bridges replace missing teeth. A crown for the tooth or implant is created on either side of the missing tooth with a fake tooth (or teeth) in between.
Root Canals treat decayed or infected teeth by removing the nerve and pulp, cleaning, and sealing the inside of the tooth. This prevents infection or abscessing and relieves pain.
Extractions, or removing a tooth from its socket, are necessary when a tooth is damaged beyond repair.
Implants replace missing teeth and are secure and functiona
Root Canals treat decayed or infected teeth by removing the nerve and pulp, cleaning, and sealing the inside of the tooth. This prevents infection or abscessing and relieves pain.
Extractions, or removing a tooth from its socket, are necessary when a tooth is damaged beyond repair.
Implants replace missing teeth and are secure and functional. These posts are placed into the jawbone and topped with realistic replacement teeth.
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Professional-strength whitening take-home kits, which include custom bleaching trays, are available for purchase.
These invisible braces are a clear and simple method of straightening teeth without actual braces. Patients should ask their dentist to determine whether they would be a good candidate for invisible braces.
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