- Dental ExaminationThe great news is that gum disease is preventable—and curable at an early stage! Just be sure to brush and floss your teeth and have regular professional teeth cleanings and checkups. If you do require care for gum disease, we’re the team to trust. We provide multiple treatments for gum disease in Reno & Elko, NV, depending on the severity of your case and the stage of gum disease you’re in. We’ll begin with a consultation that includes an oral examination. Our dentist will assess your current oral health and provide you with a customized treatment plan that reflects your unique needs. Depending on your treatment and your anxiety level we may offer calming sedation dentistry to guarantee you’re comfortable throughout your visit. With proper treatment, maintenance, and good oral health habits, gum disease doesn’t have to damage your smile again. Most importantly, a smile free from bacteria and infection helps you live an overall healthy lifestyle!
- X-rays
- Teeth CleaningFrom simple teeth cleanings to advanced imaging services and preventive screenings, our dental offices provide a full spectrum of preventive dentistry care. Each visit is customized to suit you and your family's unique needs. We recommend scheduling visits twice a year to catch any early signs of potential decay and disease, but mainly to prevent them altogether.
- Fluoride TreatmentOne of the things we enjoy most here at our offices is serving pediatric patients. We thoroughly enjoy teaching dentistry for children, and are proud to educate young patients about the benefits and importance of oral health. Our pediatric dentistry services include a complete range of oral exams, X-rays, fluoride treatments and more to ensure healthy development of your child's oral structures. Start bringing your children to the dentist at an early age, and show them that each visit doesn't have to be a painful, scary process... and can even be fun and memorable!
- Fillings
- Resin CompositeDental bonding can make cracked teeth look like new. A common cosmetic procedure, bonding involves placing a composite resin, a tooth-colored material much like that used for dental fillings, onto a chipped or cracked tooth, concealing the visible flaws. As with inlays, onlays, and crowns, the bonding material can be chosen to match the color of the adjacent teeth for a harmonious appearance.
- VeneersAre you suffering from cracked, chipped and/or severely stained teeth? Has your current smile been sapping your self-confidence? Your smile is a natural extension of you, and porcelain veneers are one of the best ways to reshape, repair and restore your smile back to its magnetic potential. Dr. David M. White has nearly 20 years of experience with custom porcelain veneers in Reno, NV and Elko, NV. Our advanced clinical team is highly trained in the artistic and technical aspects of veneer placement, and we can help fully transform your smile in just two simple visits to our office!
- CrownsCavity fillings reinforce your teeth, making them strong enough to withstand normal biting pressure after decay or trauma has weakened the tooth. If tooth decay or a cavity is present, we’ll clear it out thoroughly before placing filling material into the empty space and resealing the crown. This will fortify the tooth and preserve your oral health. Fillings come in a variety of materials. We recommend composite fillings in Reno & Elko, NV to restore your dental aesthetics, because they’re tooth-colored and don’t show through the enamel.
- BridgesIf you’re experiencing functional and/or aesthetic problems with your teeth, or if you’ve lost one (or more) of your teeth, routine and everyday tasks such as talking and eating can become next to impossible. Severely damaged teeth can also be tremendously painful, and can result in an altered smile, which can really sap your self-confidence! Often, however, even the most severely damaged teeth are able to be restored without full removal and replacement. Dr. David M. White offers a complete range of dental crowns and bridges at his practices in Reno, NV and Elko, NV, proudly providing the tools necessary to reinvent your smile! We offer nearly two decades of restorative experience with dental crowns and bridges, along with the artistry to produce fully-customized, natural-looking results that are tailored to your individual oral features. We also offer full repairs and restorations using advanced composite and porcelain materials, which allow for durable, long-lasting results for years to come.
- Dental Bonding
- Restorative Dentistry
- Root Canal TreatmentDifficulty eating certain foods. The fear that the tooth may begin to fall apart. The embarrassment that a visibly damaged or cracked tooth can cause. Even when not accompanied by much pain, chipped, broken, and cracked teeth create their share of problems. Those immediate concerns are just the beginning. If a tooth is broken open, bacteria can easily get inside it and cause a painful infection that may require advanced treatment like root canals if not addressed. Our team at David M. White, DDS can make a tooth strong and whole again with proven treatment for damaged and cracked teeth in Reno & Elko, NV.
- ApicoectomyApicoectomy surgery is recommended when a tooth with a previous root canal still has a residual infection at the tooth root. A minor procedure, root end surgery involves removing the tip of a tooth’s root to prevent further damage or extraction. During treatment, the dentist gains access to the tooth root, then the root tip is removed, and the root canal is cleaned and sealed to block further infection.
- Deep CleaningOnce gum disease has been comprehensively treated, periodontal maintenance is recommended to ensure it does not return. This procedure is completed every 3-4 months and involves a deep cleaning of the teeth at and below the gumline to remove bacteria and plaque accumulation. These deep cleanings will replace your regularly scheduled hygiene appointments.
- DenturesAre missing teeth making it difficult to speak or painful to eat? Or are the gaps in your smile leaving you feeling self-conscious and discouraged? Dentures are a time-tested and cost-effective way to enhance your smile and function and regain your youthful appearance, even after you’ve lost most or all your teeth. Though dentures of the past have a bad reputation, advancements in techniques and materials make dentures of today a customizable, comfortable, and attractive solution for missing teeth. At David M. White, DDS we offer high-quality, yet affordable denture solutions and are in network with many leading insurance companies. No matter the number of teeth you’ve lost, our dentist can help you smile with confidence again and restore your dental function with modern dentures in Reno & Elko, NV!
- OverdenturesFor those patients who have lost all their teeth, but have not lost significant bone, a fixed bridge (permanent non-removable teeth) may be the treatment of choice. For those who have severe bone loss, an implant-supported overdenture offers significant advantages...
- Dental ImplantsThe best overall tooth replacement option available today is dental implants. They are the most natural-looking solution that can also last decades with proper care. Dental implants can replace one tooth, multiple teeth, or a full arch of teeth. Comprised partly of artificial tooth roots, they protect your jawbone from deterioration and thus your facial shape from changing. What’s more, they allow you to eat anything you want—hard foods, sticky foods, chewy foods, and whatever your favorites might be.
- Oral Surgery
- Osseous SurgeryOsseous surgery is the most aggressive treatment for advanced gum disease in Reno & Elko, NV. It involves removing the diseased gum tissue and repairing the damaged bone to restore support to the teeth. This surgery also removes the bacteria and calculus trapped in the deep pockets between the teeth.
- Tooth ExtractionsIf you’ve suffered dental trauma or are living with a toothache due to untreated infection or disease, you may need a tooth extraction to truly preserve your smile. A damaged or abscessed tooth can quickly lead to more serious issues affecting your other teeth, oral health, and even in some cases, your physical health if the cause is gum disease. At David M. White, DDS, our goal is to save a natural tooth, but if it doesn’t respond to conservative treatment, extraction may be necessary. Our dentist provides gentle tooth extractions in Reno & Elko, NV to quickly remedy your pain and save your smile from unnecessary harm. With sedation dentistry, a relaxing atmosphere, and affordable pricing, we’ll make your tooth extraction, and the path to restored health, surprisingly simple.
- Bone GraftingIf treatment like root canals, gum disease treatment, and restorative dentistry are ineffective, damaged, infected, and failing teeth, should be removed to protect your dental health and even systemic health. Unless they’re wisdom teeth or extra teeth that are causing overcrowding in your mouth, most teeth should be replaced after removal. Apart from the ways tooth loss can decrease your quality of life, it can also trigger a sort of “domino effect” in your health. Without natural tooth roots stimulating healthy bone growth, your bone will begin to deteriorate beneath the empty tooth socket. This will spread and can even lead to additional tooth loss in adjacent teeth. Replacing your tooth before extensive bone loss can occur will help prevent unnecessary additional harm as well as the need for bone grafting procedures. If your bone is stable enough or has received bone reconstructive treatment, you’ll have the option between dental bridges, dentures, and dental implants for your new, complete smile.
- OrthodonticsThere is a clear alternative to highly visible metal brackets and wires. This innovative orthodontics solution works with clear aligners made of smooth, durable plastic instead of metal components. During your treatment, you’ll use a customized series of these aligners to move your teeth into a straight, healthy, and aligned position. Unlike fixed traditional braces, clear aligners are removable for dental hygiene routines and meals. They even allow you to eat a broader selection of foods.
- BracesTraditional metal braces have been used to straighten crooked teeth for many years and produce reliably positive results. They work via metal brackets and wires that are fixed in your mouth for the duration of treatment and gradually shift your teeth into a more comfortable and aesthetically pleasing position. While many patients associate metal braces with adolescents, a growing number of adults are beginning to see their advantages as well.
- Teeth WhiteningYou might have a full set of healthy teeth—each of them fully intact and with no obvious damage or decay—and yet you feel the need to hide your smile. Discolored, darkened, and yellow teeth can significantly harm your self-esteem and your confidence. If you’ve had enough of smiling with your mouth closed and avoiding having your picture taken, it may be time for professional teeth whitening at David M. White, DDS. Whiter teeth can give you an instant self-confidence boost and the more carefree life you’ve been wanting. See how we can put an end to your yellow teeth in Reno & Elko, NV.
- Cosmetic DentistryDr. David White has provided complete family and cosmetic dentistry to Northern Nevada since 2004. He earned his undergraduate degree locally at the University of Nevada Reno. During matriculation at UNR, Dr. White participated in many extracurricular activities and was elected to the Associated Students of University of Nevada. In addition, he earned numerous academic scholarships and was awarded “Senior of the Year” in 1999. He attended the prestigious University of Michigan School of Dentistry where he was indoctrinated in their spirit and mission of “developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.” This continues today through his work in education, health and service. Annually attending continuing education courses enables