Diagnostic

• Dental Examination

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Dental Associates of Decorah prides itself at the distance we go to provide a clean and sterile environment for our patients. We are OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Agency) compliant and abide by the recommendations of the CDC (Center for Disease Control). We have an annual infection control training/update to keep up with the state and federal guidelines. All of the staff including doctors, hygienists, assistants and office personnel, are fully trained and updated annually in proper infection control and practice universal precautions. We go through a number of checklists each and every day to make sure our office is disinfected before and after each patient is seen. Our instruments are ran through an ultrasonic cleaning solution, placed in heat indicated sterilization pouches and then heat sterilized in an autoclave. Our operatory rooms are sprayed and wiped with hospital grade disinfectant cleaners that are effective against BCG, staphylococcus, MRSA, VRE, herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2, human immunodeficiency virus-HIV, and hepatitis B and C virus. We use many disposable items which means, each patient has their own. Items that are not available in a disposable form are wrapped in plastic barriers to prevent any kind of infection transmission. Please feel free to contact our quality control manager at any time if you have questions regarding the protocol our office follows.
• Dental Sealants
  Sealants are thin layers of resin that are placed on the pits, fissures, and grooves of molars to prevent decay on these surfaces.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  The majority of decay on back teeth starts in the grooves and pits of chewing surfaces, especially during the first few years after their eruption. Sealing these surfaces with composite resins prevents this kind of decay.
• Veneers
  This is one way to quickly get that beautiful smile. Veneers and Laminates are a thin shell of porcelain or resin that is bonded to the surface of the teeth. This can change their shape, shade, and position to improve the cosmetics of your teeth and smile. They are also used to replace and restore any lost tooth structure where indicated.
• Crowns
  A crown is a dental restoration that covers or “caps” a tooth to restore it to its normal shape, size and function. Its purpose is to strengthen or improve the appearance of a tooth.
• Bridges

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Your dentist can evaluate your case and tell you if you are a candidate for dental implants. Structurally, a dental implant is a titanium-based cylinder that replaces the missing tooth root. After a period of time, other parts are placed on the implant to enable your dentist to eventually place a crown (cap) on the implant. Implants can also be used to support full or partial dentures, dramatically improving denture retention and stability.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  During the last 20 years, dental implants have become a desirable alternative to other methods of replacing missing teeth. Excellent success rates and a range of available options give dentists a variety of new ways to treat and replace lost teeth.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Orthodontics
  Dr. Shelton and Dr. McCarville are both experienced in Invisalign treatment. See the results from some of our most recent cases here...

General

• Teeth Whitening
  One of the methods we offer to our patients for professional whitening is with custom-made trays. In tray whitening, an impression is taken and a custom tray is fabricated for the patient. Then, a supply of whitening gel is given to the patient, wearing the trays daily (techniques differ) for a period of time until the goal result is achieved. Sensitivity of the teeth is a normal side-effect of this method and is almost always transitional. Your dentist can give you more detailed information and help you decide which method is more suitable for you and your teeth.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Our friendly and competent staff is dedicated to patient comfort and quality care. We provide the best and latest in dental technology and treatment options. We provide gentle, family-oriented dental care to the adults and children of this community. We utilize the best equipment sterilization techniques available to dentists. In addition to general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Shelton and Dr. McCarville both offer Invisalign treatment! Please call the office for your first free consultation at NO CHARGE!
• General Dentistry
  Dr. McCarville graduated from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry in 2014. Prior to dental school she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Iowa. While in dental school, she received several awards including Superior Achievement in Dental Histology, Excellence in Dental Prosthodontics, Dean's academic recognition each year and was selected into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon, National Honorary Dental Society. Dr. McCarville was elected into the Alpha Omega International Dental Society for graduating as valedictorian of her dental class. She is a member of the American Dental Association, Iowa Dental Club, and Academy of General Dentistry.