Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  When you visit our office for the first time our exam and cleaning typically take 2 hours. Other typical appointments can be done around an hour!
• X-rays
  Dental x-rays have been used since the early 1900s. Today, it is difficult to imagine a dental practice without them. Dental x-rays play an invaluable role for an accurate diagnosis of dental problems. They provide a clear picture for the dentist which is necessary to provide treatment. Dental x-rays reveal cavities between the teeth or hidden by fillings, infections in the bone, fractures, gum disease, abscesses, cysts, and tumors.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  We offer you a variety of advanced dental hygiene treatment and diagnosis options, including routine dental cleanings (Dental Prophylaxis) and deep cleanings (Scaling and Root Planing.)

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
• Veneers
  This makes veneers a very popular solution for many people seeking that perfect smile. Strong and very durable, veneers can last from ten to fifteen years, and come in colors that will brighten dark teeth without the worry of them changing color.
• Crowns
  Grinding your teeth, an improper bite, age, fillings and tooth decay can all be contributing factors in the wearing down, cracking or breakage of your teeth. Dental crowns cover the entire visible surface of your affected tooth and add strength, durability and tooth stability.
• Bridges
  A dental bridge is a false tooth, known as a pontic, which is fused between two porcelain crowns to fill in the area left by a missing tooth. This is known as a fixed bridge. This procedure is used to replace one or more missing teeth. Fixed bridges cannot be taken out of your mouth as you might do with removable partial dentures.
• Dental Bonding

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Dentures are removable replacements for missing teeth typically made out of an acrylic resin which at times incorporate porcelain or metal for additional structural support. There are two main types of dentures. Both Complete Dentures and Partial Dentures are finely crafted and custom-fitted. If you properly maintain your dentures they will appear natural and provide an adequate replacement. Additionally, dentures help strengthen muscles controlling your expressions that require the support of your teeth, rid you of pronunciation problems caused by missing teeth and aid with chewing.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  A dental implant is a small “anchor” made of titanium that is inserted into the jawbone to take the place of a missing tooth root. After osseointegration (when the surrounding bone has healed to the implant), a replacement tooth is secured to the tip of the implant. This new tooth looks, feels and performs similar to natural teeth.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  While Dr. Lois enjoys all aspects of dentistry, he is especially interested in oral surgery and treatment planning. He looks forward to continuing his education to improve his knowledge and skills in order to better serve his patients.
• Maxillofacial Surgery
• Tooth Extractions

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Teeth whitening is used to correct discoloration of the teeth by removing the brown and yellow staining. Before the patient embarks on the home teeth whitening regimen, the dentist creates a custom mouth tray for the patient. The custom tray ensures that the correct amount of whitening solution is used and the patient’s teeth are properly exposed to the whitening solution. The custom mouth tray provides for a better fit than a one-size-fits-all mouth tray to help increase the margin of patient safety.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  We believe that making your smile the best it can be will go a long way in improving your quality of life. We offer the most current technologies in cosmetic dentistry to create a dazzling smile that you will be proud to show. A beautiful smile builds confidence; and healthy teeth and gums improve your overall health. It is our goal to be your partner in achieving both.
• General Dentistry
  Dr. Lois is an active member of the Wisconsin Dental Association, the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. He won the Minnesota Dental Association Certificate of Appreciation in Service to the Association and the Minnesota Association of Periodontists Dental Student Award.