Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Through the use of a small handheld device, we can capture high-resolution images of your teeth, gums, and many other oral structures as part of your routine dental exam. Following the capture of these images, we’ll display them on a nearby monitor so you can view them right alongside Dr. Hong. Not only does this make it easier to show the status of your oral health, but we can better explain why we may recommend specific treatments.
• X-rays
  Dental X-rays of the past required large development rooms, harsh chemicals, and questionable levels of radiation to complete. Nowadays, digital X-rays are the new standard, and that’s no different at Dr. Hong’s smile studio. By going digital, we not only make the diagnostic process easier and more efficient for our team, but our scanners emit up to 85% less radiation along the way. Of course, we’ll take the necessary precautions to ensure your safety before capturing any X-rays.
• Oral Cancer Screening

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  If you're unhappy with the color of your teeth, you may be a candidate for a whitening treatment. However, not all stains are the same. Although whitening systems are more powerful than ever, they work best for patients dealing with surface or age-related discoloration. Your cosmetic dentist will examine your mouth to determine the source of your stains. He will also look for any dental issues that must be resolved before having a whitening treatment, like cavities or gum disease. You must have healthy teeth and gums before undergoing any elective services. Although a dental cleaning or filling might add another step to your plan, a healthy smile ensures your safety and the best results.
• Fluoride Treatment
• Dental Sealants
  Prevention is key when it comes to protecting your long-term oral health. As a result, at-home oral hygiene and professional checkups are essential. However, cavities have a tendency to develop in silence (i.e. with no symptoms attached). This makes early cavity detection systems incredibly useful, especially if we know you are generally at higher risk for tooth decay than normal. Using near-infrared light, we can examine your natural tooth structure and confirm the earliest stages of decay sooner, then target these areas with preventive measures like fluoride and dental sealants.

Restorative

• Fillings
  Rather than using silver amalgam fillings to repair teeth damaged by decay, Dr. Hong opts for tooth-colored fillings. These fillings are made from composite resin, a material made from a combination of plastic and glass that can be easily color-matched and is entirely metal-free. One of the benefits of choosing tooth-colored fillings is their increased malleability, which makes it easier to shape them inside of teeth without removing healthy enamel in the process.
• Resin Composite
  Chipped teeth can be an annoying problem, but Dr. Hong offers a fast and easy treatment that can address the issue without anesthesia during a routine dental appointment. Cosmetic dental bonding is a noninvasive treatment that can cover up or fill in chips, gaps, cracks, or stains in your teeth with tooth-colored composite resin, creating a lifelike restoration that casual observers won’t even notice. Here’s a brief overview of how cosmetic dental bonding works at our office in Goodyear, but feel free to contact our staff with any questions.
• Veneers
  When looking to correct multiple imperfections in your smile in one fell swoop, the optimal answer is always veneers. Our cosmetic dentist Dr. Joshua Hong adheres these thin sheaths of dental porcelain to the front surfaces of your teeth for an esthetic upgrade. Not only are they a fabulous option to fix chipped and discolored teeth, but the procedure to get veneers in Goodyear is both minimally invasive and relatively quick. In as little as two appointments, we’ll help you turn back the clock to a confident grin that can last more than a decade with proper care. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
• Crowns
  It’s amazing how just one compromised tooth can affect your daily life in a host of uniquely negative ways. Often, a patient develops pain due to a broken or decayed tooth, and they also have to think twice before eating something, saying something, or even smiling. But with dental crowns in Goodyear, AZ from Dr. Joshua Hong, he can make all of these concerns and more go away using a treatment that is 100% custom-made just for you.
• Bridges
  All that said, not every patient who’s missing teeth may want dentures. Another procedure – a dental bridge, perhaps - could be better for those lacking only a tooth or two.
• Dental Bonding
  If you are suffering from a decayed, chipped, or broken tooth, this is the right treatment for you. A special dental composite material designed to match the natural color of your tooth is placed directly on any imperfections that may be present. Permanent stains, minor chips and cracks, and even small gaps can be addressed affordably with cosmetic bonding. Thanks to its durability, you can expect it to last several years when practicing regular brushing and flossing.
• Restorative Dentistry
  Since cosmetic dental bonding is a noninvasive procedure that rarely requires anesthetic treatments, almost anyone with minor dental imperfections can be an excellent candidate for it. However, if a patient has untreated tooth decay or gum disease, it will have to be addressed with the appropriate restorative treatments before bonding can be performed. Luckily, Dr. Hong is quite skilled in the field of restorative dentistry and can carry out these treatments if necessary. The only way to get a definitive answer as to whether you can be a good candidate for cosmetic dental bonding is to schedule a consultation at our office.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  If you’re being recommended a full mouth reconstruction, it’s usually because your dentist believes that your oral health will be best served by a combination of restorative and cosmetic treatments. For example, if you’re suffering from widespread tooth decay it may be necessary to use a combination of several fillings, crowns, root canals, and gum disease therapies to completely address the prevalence of the bacteria in your mouth.

Periodontics

• Deep Cleaning
  “I had the absolute best experience with Dr. Hong! Normally when I have my teeth done I have very little to no interaction with the Doctor. Normally the Doctors tech/techs handle the visit. So I was pleasantly surprised that he did my deep cleaning. Its probably because I had sedation but it was still a very nice surprise. Sedation was perfect, everything went smoothly as best I could remember. My search for the best dentist has finally ended!”

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  When you suffer from tooth loss, it’s easy to feel down in the dumps. After all, the condition harms both your looks and your oral health. It’ll inevitably lower your quality of life if left unaddressed. Still, you don’t have to let missing teeth get the better of you. Dentures can quickly and effectively restore your full smile! At Dr. Hong’s office, these prosthetics will make your grin gorgeous again. To learn their features, just keep reading or book a consultation with us.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  One of the amazing things about dental implants is the fact that they have a success rate of over 95%! However, as resilient as they are, there is still a slight risk of dental implant failure. If you find that your dental implant feels loose, is uncomfortable, or you have other concerns about it, don’t hesitate to give us a call. We may be able to save your dental implant with dental implant salvage treatment. If you have any concerns, contact us as soon as possible.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  An Arizona native who has lived in Phoenix’s West Valley her entire life, Beth worked in oral surgery for almost a decade before going back to school and becoming a dental hygienist. Teeth have always been her passion, and she loves nothing more than educating her clients about their smiles’ health and helping them look and feel their best! Outside of work, Beth is married and has a daughter and a son.
• Tooth Extractions
  Dr. Hong and our team do all we can to help patients retain their natural teeth for as long as possible. In some cases, though, it is necessary to perform gentle and compassionate tooth extractions. If that is ever true in your case, you can be confident that we will go above and beyond to make this restorative procedure as easy as possible for you. To learn more about how our Goodyear team performs extractions, read this page, and then call us to book your consultation.
• Bone Grafting
  Several factors influence the overall cost of dental implants. For instance, if you aren’t initially a good candidate for the treatment, then you might require preliminary procedures to make you eligible, such as gum disease therapy and bone grafting. Though these solutions will be essential for ensuring the success of your renewed smile, they will also stack on the final price of your restorations.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  In truth, dental insurance often does cover orthodontics. That means coverage can extend to Invisalign, with some plans reducing the expense by $1,000 or more!
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  As a teenager, it may have been easier to get away with the “metal mouth” that’s so well-known from traditional orthodontic treatment. However, as an adult, it’s understandable if you’d prefer to avoid this, especially as a working professional with an image you’d like to maintain. That’s where Invisalign can make a big difference not just in your appearance, but the health of your smile as well. If you’re interested in addressing crooked, gapped, or rotated teeth as well as uneven bites without metal hardware, call Dr. Hong today and ask about Invisalign in our Goodyear, AZ dental office!
• Braces
  Although you’ll likely need to use traditional metal braces to address severe orthodontic issues, Invisalign clear aligners can correct mild to moderate problems, including...

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Teeth come in many colors naturally, but you can't put a price on the benefits of a bright smile. Whether from genetics, poor brushing habits, smoking, or years of drinking coffee, tooth discoloration can be embarrassing. Not only can it put a damper on your confidence, but brown or yellow teeth can make you look years older than your real age. Dr. Hong can turn back the clock with teeth whitening. He can treat stains and discoloration, so you won't have to think twice before showing your pearly whites.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Dr. Joshua Hong is one of the leading cosmetic dentists in Goodyear, Arizona, known for his special techniques, equipment, high-level skills, and comprehensive cosmetic dental procedures all under one roof. After a proper assessment of your mouth, he will help you with the most suitable cosmetic dentistry procedure to get your beautiful smile back or build you a perfect new smile. Call his smile studio today to set up a consultation to discuss your options for cosmetic dentistry in our Goodyear, AZ dental office!