- Dental ExaminationYour initial oral examination includes a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis and treatment recommendations. We will also take x-rays, which includes the panoramic x-ray for proper diagnosis of the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing x-ray series for proper diagnosis of decay between teeth.
- X-rays
- Teeth CleaningRegular dental cleanings are imperative if you want to stay safe from harmful bacteria and hard deposits called calculus. These generally build up on your teeth above and below your gums, releasing harmful toxins that can lead to gingivitis and bleeding gums. Once build up, even brushing, flossing, or even regular dental cleaning cannot get rid of it. That’s when you need to visit a dentist who can recommend you to go for scaling and root planning to remove these deposits with an ultrasonic cleaner. And, this can help to halt the spread of periodontitis and may bring your gums back to health.
- Fillings
- VeneersTo improve smile on a face, it is important to concentrate on veneers. The veneers covers front surface of teeth and improvising veneers can help in improving smile of a person. A number of appointments might be required for this process to complete. After scanning of teeth, dentists create veneers while patients wait for their next turn. The final adjustments would be made, if required after bonding veneers into the tooth. This process is easiest of all to bring back fascinating smile on your face.
- CrownsThere are two ways of repairing a decaying tooth, one by filling and other by crowning. It is important to know the difference between the two before going for a treatment. The former is good for small area of decay. There are various advantages of undergoing this treatment. Firstly, it can be done in one appointment and secondly it is less expensive than the latter one. However, filling does not last long for years and it is a drawback for the same. The latter one is best suited for those teeth that have been injured or decayed. It reduces the surface area of teeth and the left part is filled with composite. The advantage of undergoing crowing is that it is durable and long lasting. Most importantly, consultation of doctor is must before choosing filling or crown dental treatment.
- BridgesDo you know the basic difference between a dental implant and dental bridge? In this section of videos, we are going to cover everything you need to know before going for a dental implant. Whether it is a bar retained denture, or a bone graft with immediate implant placement, we’ve covered all the procedure that you might have queries about. Go through the videos and get to know about the procedures before asking a dentist what should be done. And, if you have any further questions you can always give us a call or visit one of our many dental offices at the addressed mentioned in the contact us section.
- Dental Bonding
- Root Canal TreatmentThe root canal is required where the tooth has severely damaged or cracked in such a manner that there is no scope left for improvising. The treatment is effective in ensuring normal functioning of the tooth. The numbness is done by the dentists at the first go to relax the affected area. Then, opening of teeth is done by creating space by special instruments. This is followed by cleaning, flushing and further cleaning of the teeth. The space is filled with ceramic or composite material, which helps in sealing the open area. After a gap, normal activities of tooth can performed without any hassles.
- ApicoectomyIt might be the case that after performing endodontic treatment, an infection can remain at the root. There are few symptoms like rigorous tooth pain, sensitivity while eating and drinking, fever and sinus pain. The worst case can be loss of teeth’s and infection spreading throughout body. To avoid infection, there is availability of apicoectomy, this treatment creates small openings and they are properly cleaned. The filling process follows and teeth are left to heal depending on factors like type of infection, age and other related factors. This treatment is helpful in ensuring tooth is re-sealed and further problem is not caused to the teeth.
- Deep CleaningA standard teeth cleaning is recommended at least twice a year. The cleaning includes removal of dental plaque from the teeth with the intent to prevent any future cavities, risk of gingivitis and periodontal disease. If it has been over a year since your last cleaning, Periodontal Scaling and Root Planning (“Deep Clean”) may be necessary. A Deep Clean typically requires local anesthetic and allows the dentist or hygienist to clear decay from below the gum line; an extremely effective way to treat gum disease.
- DenturesWhether locator retained denture will work for you or screw retained denture? What’s the difference between the two? How do removable partial dentures work? What makes a bar retained denture different from the other ones? If you have questions like these in mind, then take a look at the videos we’ve created for you. These videos explain how the procedures work so that you can have a basic idea on the difference between different prosthodontics treatments and understand their procedures better.
- Dental ImplantsDo you have any questions about dental implants? If yes, then we are always there to answer those questions. But, before that we would like you to browse through these videos first. The videos have been created in the most simplified manner so that anyone can get to know how dental implants work. From dental conditions like peri-implantitis to screw retained dentals and sinus lift, and more.
- Oral SurgeryAs important it is for the patient to be physically fit before going for an oral surgery, it is even more important to be in a mental state of mind before going for the surgery. This is the reason that we have compiled videos for the most common oral surgery procedures that patients usually go through. By taking a look at these videos they can have an idea about the dentist is going to carry out the procedure and what will be done to restore the bright smile on their face.
- Tooth ExtractionsThere are times when extraction of teeth is the last resort to go. The simple extraction of teeth might be painful and healing might take time. Therefore, dentists ensure best of the practices in this type of issue so that minimal pain is bear by patients. Firstly, dentist applies bit of pressure to ease tooth from the area. After removal of teeth, cleaning procedure is done so that healing can be done. A patient can go for temporary teeth, if an option is given. However, once healing is done, dentist can suggest other ways of replacing extracted tooth.
- Bone GraftingThe bone grafting is better suited for patients, whose teeth have been lost. The dentists perform various tasks to permanently settle grafting procedure. A site is allocated for placing dental implantation. Then, bone material is settled in and around the implanted area. A type of membrane is used in the process and healing cap provides support. During healing time, graft permanently settles and blends into bone tissue. The dentist may like to fill the empty space with temporary teeth but as soon as healing process is complete, damaged or lost teeth would restore its original functioning without any doubt. The patient can go back to normal eating, chewing and drinking with an ease.
- OrthodonticsWant to get a solution for teeth misalignment? If that’s what you are looking for, then a dentist can carry out various orthodontic procedures to find a solution for your problem with ease. What all orthodontic procedures are commonly carried out to get rid of the problem of misaligned teeth? This section covers all those procedures, how they are carried out and what all you need to know before going to a dentist to get them done. Just take a look at them and prepare yourself mentally before getting an orthodontic treatment from a dental professional.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsFor comprehensive orthodontic treatment, metal wires are inserted into orthodontic brackets (braces), which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into the desired positions. Invisalign or other aligner trays consist of clear plastic trays that move teeth. Functional appliances are often used to redirect jaw growth.
- BracesAdditional components—including removable appliances ("plates"), headgear, expansion appliances, and many other devices—may also be used to move teeth and jaw bones. Functional appliances, for example, are used in growing patients (age 5 to 14) with the aim of modifying the jaw dimensions and relationship if these are altered. This therapy, termed Dentofacial Orthopedics, is frequently followed by fixed multibracket therapy ("full braces") to align the teeth and refine the occlusion.
- Teeth WhiteningOur state-of-the-art, in-office Zoom Whitening system will make your teeth whiter in less than 1.5 hours. Another option is our Opalescence at home whitening system you take with you for results in 2 weeks. You can also consider a combination program of both systems for optimal, long-term results.
- Cosmetic DentistryIf you have stained, broken or uneven teeth, cosmetic dentistry can help. Cosmetic dentistry is different from orthodontic treatment, which can straighten your teeth with braces or other devices.