Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  The first step in the diagnosis of oral cancer is a thorough oral examination by a dentist or doctor. During this exam, the healthcare professional will look for any anomalies in the mouth, including lumps, bumps, ulcers, or discolored patches.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
• Fluoride Treatment
  Having regular checkups with your general dentist is important for a variety of reasons. Probably the most beneficial reason is to catch problems early, before they have time to become serious and negatively impact your oral health. Cavities and gum disease are both examples of issues that can wreak havoc in your mouth if left untreated, but if handled quickly they may disappear with as little as a fluoride treatment or change in your hygiene routine. Avoiding treatments like fillings, crowns, or root canals – not to mention the associated costs to your wallet and your schedule – are great reasons to see your dentist every six months!

Restorative

• Fillings
  At one time, amalgam fillings were the standard for restoring teeth. Now, most dentists prefer composite fillings. These fillings match your natural tooth color, won’t leak over time, and don’t contain any metal. If your old fillings aren’t causing you problems, you can choose to leave them in place, but if you want more aesthetic restorations, talk with your doctor about composite fillings as a replacement option.
• Resin Composite
  Made from composite resin, tooth-colored fillings replace decay that only impacts a portion of the tooth. With severe damage, your will likely need a dental crown, which fits securely over the remaining tooth structure and completely covers the tooth.
• Veneers
  Another way to easily improve your smile is dental veneers. These thin shells usually made of porcelain are permanently adhered to the fronts of your teeth, giving you a bright and flawless smile for many years to come.
• Crowns
  This impression is sent to our in-house laboratory to produce your new restoration. This process is the same for both a single crown and multiple crowns.
• Bridges
  The big difference between this and ordinary dentures is that a fixed bridge is cemented in place and cannot be removed each night.
• Dental Bonding
  Mild to severely damaged teeth can be treated with dental bonding. A tooth-colored material is applied to the fractured or chipped surface of your tooth and then bonded with a special light. The restoration provides a renewed look to your tooth so that others can’t even tell it was ever damaged.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Dr. Koppuzha completed her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience at the University of Florida (Go Gators!), followed by a Masters in Medical Sciences at the University of South Florida. Afterwards, she made a big move to Utah and completed her Doctorate of Dental Medicine (DMD) at Roseman University of Health Sciences. She furthered her training in dentistry and completed a surgery and endodontics intensive residency program at Mt. Sinai Hospital in Manhattan, New York.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  A denture is a device worn in the mouth to replace missing teeth. It can replace a few or all of your teeth. It consists of a plate with artificial teeth (restorations) attached to it and is worn on a daily basis.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  The term ‘restoration’ is used to refer to a false tooth. This tooth is then attached to the implant and looks and behaves in the same way as a natural tooth.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  Born and raised in Hallettsville, Texas, Dr. Jaclyn N. Smith received her Doctor of Dental surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. After joining The Dentists as an associate in 2004, Dr. Smith’s noteworthy skill- particulary in endodontics (root canals) and oral surgery (extractions)- quickly helped her advance to full partnership status in the practice. A mother of two, Dr. Smith especially enjoys her work with our younger patients and provides a gentle, caring presence when performing pediatric dentistry. Her love of working with children also extends to her community outreach activities, where she devotes time and resources to education youngsters on the importance of good oral hygiene through school and daycare programs. Dr. Smith is active in several professional organizations including...
• Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics

• Braces
  In additional to improving smiles, you can usually expect a comfortable experience at your cosmetic dentist. A number of the common procedures are not painful, but those that do cause discomfort may be aided with sedation techniques. Sedation dentistry is also an option to relax patients who experience anxiety or fear about visiting the dentist. If you are unhappy with your smile, schedule an appointment with a cosmetic dentist to learn about ways to change your look.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  A bright white smile gives of a great impression of oral health and beauty. Stains from age, foods, drinks, and habits like smoking all play a role in making your smile dull and unattractive. Cosmetic dentists offer teeth whitening procedures that can turn your smile around in just an hour.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  With cosmetic dentistry, we focus on dental procedures that restore teeth to their natural beauty and enhance a smile’s esthetic appeal, while also maintaining optimum health and functionality. Cosmetic dentistry can improve your self-image because updating your smile often has a positive emotional and psychological impact. Research indicates that people with bright, white smiles are often seen as smarter, more attractive, and more successful.
• General Dentistry
  Our Bastrop dental office is devoted to provide the best general and family dentistry services. As your primary dental care provider, we are responsible for the general diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and management of a wide range of dental conditions, disorders, and diseases that affect the teeth, gums, jaw, and face. We provide the coordination of services related to the oral health needs for patients of all ages so everyone in your entire family can visit our practice in Bastrop TX.