Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Over-the-counter mouth rinses can help to fight bad breath, remove loose food particles after brushing, and freshen the mouth. However, mouth rinses are never a substitute for brushing, flossing, or regular dental examinations, and may disguise warning signs of periodontal disease.
• X-rays
• Oral Cancer Screening
  Our practice continually looks for advances to ensure that we are providing the optimum level of oral health care to our patients. We are concerned about oral cancer and look for it in every patient.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Regular dental cleanings, performed by a registered dental hygienist, are a crucial part of preventive dental care. By removing plaque and tartar, your oral health is enhanced and your risk of gingivitis and periodontal disease are reduced. Your dental hygienist will utilize manual instruments to remove moderate plaque and tartar buildup, or an ultrasonic device to scale away heavier buildup. The cleaning is finished with polishing, a pleasant procedure that cleans the surface of teeth, removes stains, and leaves the mouth feeling clean and refreshed.
• Fluoride Treatment
  From regular cleanings to complete oral hygiene care and education, digital x-rays to oral cancer screenings, fluoride treatments to sealants, our dedicated staff will make your teeth and overall health our priority. Learn More
• Dental Sealants
  Dental sealants act as a barrier, protecting the teeth against decay-causing bacteria. The sealants are usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (premolars and molars) where decay occurs most often.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  Fillings. We will remove all areas of decay, and replace with a filling made of silver (amalgam) or composite resin. Composite resin fillings have surged in popularity because their appearance perfectly matches the natural appearance of teeth.
• Veneers
  Customized, wafer-thin veneers (also called porcelain laminates) are cemented directly onto the front of the tooth, resulting in a natural appearance that covers any irregularities or aesthetic concerns.
• Crowns
  The Lava™ All-Ceramic System presents an innovative CAD/CAM technology for all-ceramic crowns and bridges on a zirconia base. Zirconia is a high-tech ceramic material that is characterized by its outstanding stability and biocompatibility, as well as strength levels significantly higher than other all-ceramic materials. In addition to strength, Lava all-ceramic system restorations display excellent esthetics and precise fit characteristics.
• Bridges
  Porcelain Fixed Bridges can improve chewing and aesthetic appearance, restoring the smile with a more permanent solution than dentures. Bridges replace missing teeth with artificial teeth. Your dentist will take a mold of the gap where a tooth is missing, and then send it to a laboratory to prepare a customized bridge. Before inserting the bridge, the surrounding teeth are prepared. The bridge is set into place and the artificial tooth is securely cemented to the adjacent teeth, restoring the attractive natural appearance and functionality of the tooth that was lost. If a resin-bonded bridge is chosen, the artificial tooth is secured by means of a metal appliance that attaches to the backs of adjacent teeth.
• Dental Bonding
• Restorative Dentistry
  Almost everyone will experience tooth decay at some point in his or her life. Swift detection and correction of tooth decay can minimize the significant expenses and inconveniences associated with more serious problems caused by tooth decay. Restorative dentistry treats all phases of tooth decay, from simple cavity fillings to entire tooth replacements.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  In a root canal, your dentist will remove the infected pulp and replace it with a rubber sealant. The tooth is then covered with a protective cap, which reinforces the tooth against future fractures and enhances the tooth’s appearance. Root canals have an extremely high success rate in saving teeth that would otherwise be lost to infection.

Periodontics

• Deep Cleaning
  Deep cleaning procedures (called scaling and root planing) can effectively arrest moderate periodontal disease by removing the deposits that harbor germs which cause infection. Through this, a healthier environment is created, which is easier for you to maintain. These procedures are generally done a portion of your mouth at a time while you are numb with local anesthetic. For more severe cases, root planing might need to be followed up with some surgical procedures performed by a specialist (periodontist) to fully arrest the disease. An increased frequency of professional cleanings is typically indicated for people who have been treated for gum disease.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Porcelain Fixed Bridges can improve chewing and aesthetic appearance, restoring the smile with a more permanent solution than dentures. Bridges replace missing teeth with artificial teeth. Read More

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Our entire staff, led by David Christenbery, DDS, is devoted to your oral health with a conservative, inclusive approach to dental services.From our convenient office location, we offer services such as Porcelain Veneers, Bleaching and Whitening, Lava Crowns, Tooth-Colored Fillings, Dental Implants, Digital X-Rays and Oral Cancer Screening.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Orthodontics
  Dr. Christenbery grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from the University of Tennessee and his Doctoral of Dental Surgery from the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry in Memphis. He has practiced dentistry in the Cotswold area for over 2 decades and has over 600 hours of continuing education. He is Invisalign™ certified and an alumni of the Pankey Institute for advanced training in Dentistry Continuum level V.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Customized trays are filled with a whitening gel and worn in the mouth for as little as 1 hour per day. In as little as one week, this process can erase most stains from coffee drinking and tobacco, as well as tooth yellowing associated with aging, producing a brilliant, bright white smile.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Enhancing the smile’s aesthetic appearance can lead to increased self-confidence, improved social skills, and even a more positive outlook on life. Modern cosmetic dentistry merges advanced technology with fine art, and can often produce amazing results in less time than you would expect.
• General Dentistry
  At our dental practice, we are dedicated to making sure every visit to our office is a pleasant one that leaves you smiling. Dr. Christenbery and his staff understand that knowing what to expect can help make any dental appointment more pleasant for you and your family. Whether you desire better Oral Health through comprehensive General Dentistry or an improved smile and attitude through state-of-the-art Cosmetic Dentistry, the destination for Charlotte, NC and surrounding areas is Christenbery General & Cosmetic Dentistry.