- Dental ExaminationThe purpose of your first visit is to determine what treatments are necessary for you. First visits generally include an oral exam by one of our dentists and taking X-rays of your teeth. If you have had recent X-rays from another office, we ask that you bring them with you on your first visit. Some patients also choose to have their teeth cleaned at this time.
- X-rays
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Fluoride Treatment
- Dental SealantsDr. Monica is passionate about community service and has participated in several dental volunteer projects, including Mission of Mercy, providing free dental care to low income residents, and Sealant Saturdays, providing exams and sealants for children. She was a dental provider for Helping Up Mission and Smiles for Success, programs designed to help transform smiles for men and women recovering from abuse or addiction as a way to aid them in job-readiness. She also participated in an international mission trip to Tanzania, Africa, providing treatment to students and staff of the Faraja Primary School.
- Fillings
- Resin CompositeBonding is the process in which tooth colored materials (composite resin) are adhered (bonded) to the tooth. This is a procedure that can be used to repair or improve the appearance of a tooth that has been badly stained, broken or chipped.
- VeneersVeneers are a thin shell made out of porcelain or composite material. They are custom made and cemented to the front side of the tooth. A veneer can be used to treat dental conditions such as a slightly crooked tooth, discolored teeth, chipped teeth or they can even be used to cover spaces in between the teeth. More from the American Dental Association.
- CrownsCustom-made covering that fits over your whole tooth after the dentist has prepared it. A crown is made out of porcelain that has been fused to metal to withstand biting pressure. More from the American Dental Association.
- Bridges
- Dental BondingThis patient wanted the space between her two teeth closed on the upper right side. All her other teeth were straight and no other spaces existed. Instead of going through braces again, we decided to do Composite Bonding to close the gap between her teeth.
- Restorative Dentistry
- Root Canal TreatmentA dental procedure to fix a tooth by removing the pulp chamber of the tooth and filling it with a suitable filling material. A root canal is usually performed when the tooth cannot be filled or restored any other way because the decay has reached the nerve of the tooth or the tooth has become infected. More from the American Dental Association.
- Deep CleaningThe removal of hard deposits, with metal scalers and curettes, on the root surfaces. The intent is to remove the diseased elements of the root surface, thereby permitting healing and potential reduction in depth of the periodontal pocket.
- DenturesA malignancy of the lips, tongue, floor of mouth, salivary glands, buccal mucosa, gingiva, palate. Most oral cancers are linked to tobacco use and/or smoking, and tend to spread rapidly. High risk factors for oral cancers include: alcohol abuse, poor dental and oral hygiene, chronic irritation (rough teeth, dentures, etc.). Oral cancers may begin as leukoplakia or mouth ulcers. More from the American Dental Association.
- Dental ImplantsAn implant is a metal device designed to replace missing teeth. The device is usually made out of titanium and is surgically placed into the jawbone where the tooth is missing. Unlike a dental bridge, an implant is permanent. A dental implant is designed to act as the tooth root and can anchor an artificial tooth or teeth such as a crown, bridge or denture. More from the American Dental Association.
- Oral Surgery
- Tooth ExtractionsTooth extraction is the removal of a tooth from its socket in the bone. More from the American Dental Association.
- OrthodonticsThis patient was unhappy with her upper front teeth. She had flaring of her upper right and left lateral teeth (the two teeth beside her front ones) and wanted them straightened. She had Invisalign Orthodontics done. Her treatment was completed in 8 months.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsCustom-fabricated aligners (retainers) used for straightening teeth. These aligners are designed to gradually realign teeth and are meant to replace traditional braces. Cosmetically, invisible retainers are more appealing because they are difficult to notice, making them particularly popular among adults who wish to straighten their teeth without the use of traditional metal braces. Such retainers are easily removed during eating and tooth brushing. More from Invisalign.
- BracesAn orthodontic appliance (usually removable) that is supposed to be worn after your orthodontist removes your braces. When braces are removed, the teeth have a tendency to want to return back to their original positions. Retainers prevent this from happening.
- Teeth WhiteningTooth whitening is the process of using bleach or other materials to make teeth look whiter. More from the American Dental Association.
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- General DentistryDr. Monica is a native of New Jersey, and she moved to Maryland to attend Loyola University. She worked for a year as a dental assistant after college and attended the University of Maryland Dental School, graduating with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. After dental school, she completed a residency in general dentistry at the WellSpan York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania.