- Dental Examination
- X-rays
- Oral Cancer ScreeningOur initial exam includes: A complete review of your medical/dental history, including documentation of all current conditions and medications; oral cancer screening, both visually and digitally (using the fingers), checking lips, tongue and the insides of your mouth and cheeks; X-rays that provide a comprehensive view of your teeth and condition of the bone surrounding your teeth; checking for any signs of periodontal disease and gingivitis; checking for bite problems (underbite, overbite, crossbite), worn teeth, or jaw problems; a thorough tooth-by-tooth examination for cavities, cracks, chipped teeth, and evaluation of prior treatment and restorations, culminating with a plan for further treatment that is customized just for you.
- Teeth CleaningVeneers are durable and have been shown to last for many years before requiring replacement. Seeing your dentist and hygienist for regular examinations and dental cleanings is important for maintaining the health of your mouth and longevity of your veneers. However, like other porcelain restorations, chipping and fractures may occur. Chipped or fractured porcelain veneers cannot be repaired, so your dentist will advise you of the costs and added time associated with replacing a damaged restoration.
- Dental Sealants
- FillingsA composite downgrade means your insurance will only pay the cost of an amalgam filling (silver filling). The patient is responsible to pay the difference between the amalgam cost and the composite (white filling). Some insurances cover composite fillings and some don’t. We do our best to make sure to check this for you ahead of time.
- VeneersIf you have gaps between your teeth, or teeth that are badly shaped, crooked or stained, applying dental veneers can be life changing. A dental veneer on top of your teeth can correct mistakes made by nature or the results of an injury, and can help you have a fantastic smile.
- CrownsCrowns are used to strengthen and restore a tooth to its full functionality and normal appearance. A crown is a tooth-shaped cover or “cap†for a damaged tooth that surrounds the entire visible portion of a tooth – from top of tooth to the gum line.
- BridgesMany people who are missing a single tooth opt for a fixed bridge. But a fixed bridge often negatively affects your adjacent healthy teeth to which they are attached. A bridge may require the cutting down of healthy, adjacent teeth, and they may need to be restored sometime in the future. Some reasons that fixed bridgework can fail include: recurrent decay, periodontal (gum) disease and other factors. Then there is the additional cost of possibly having to replace the bridge once, twice or more over the course of a lifetime.
- Dental Bonding
- Root Canal TreatmentAbout 69% of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth due to an accident, gum disease, a failed root canal or tooth decay. By age 74, about 26% of adults have lost all of their permanent teeth.
- Deep Cleaning
- DenturesNot that many years ago, your options for missing teeth would have been limited to a removable denture or a fixed bridge to restore your ability to eat, speak clearly and smile. But removable dentures or fixed bridges may not be the perfect solution for you because of complications associated with them. Because of all of the following factors, fixed bridges and removable dentures may need to be replaced every seven to 15 years.
- Dental ImplantsImplants are synthetic devices that are surgically inserted in the area of your tooth normally occupied by the root as a foundation to receive artificial teeth to replace those you have lost. The replacement teeth are so well designed that they mimic the look and feel of natural teeth.
- Oral SurgeryA bridge may be more appropriate than an implant if you have certain medical conditions preventing oral surgery. A bridge may be recommended if you’re missing one or more teeth. Gaps left by missing teeth eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces, resulting in a bad bite. The imbalance caused by missing teeth can also lead to other painful disorders.
- Tooth Extractions
- Teeth WhiteningGenerally speaking, no. Whitening is considered a cosmetic service and therefore is not covered by dental insurance. However, we do offer several affordable teeth whitening options to our patients. These include custom trays, disposable trays, or in-office whitening treatments. We can discuss the best option for you at your appointment.
- Cosmetic DentistryDental bleaching or whitening is a popular procedure in cosmetic dentistry. It has effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth. Be sure to have your teeth checked by our dentist before undergoing any type of whitening method.
- General Dentistry