Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  During a patient's routine dental exam, the dentist can use an x-ray to tell them if the patient will have issues with a particular procedure. An x-ray can tell the dentist if a tooth is infected, even before the patient feels pain. They can even see if there is decay on the side of a tooth, when it may be difficult to see it without the use of an x-ray.
• X-rays
  An x-ray is also meant to confirm and provide evidence of what the dentist can readily see. Insurance companies ask for proof, so x-rays, and sometimes pictures of teeth and treatment, provide evidence of the necessity of the treatment that was rendered. This is how patients get reimbursed from the insurance company to pay for their treatment. Dental x-rays can show many conditions that are important to see, including...
• Oral Cancer Screening
  Oral Cancer Screening - A thorough check of the mouth, face, and neck will help us detect any signs of the presence of oral cancer, or other issues. Oral cancer signs can be seen on the surface as well as by checking lymph nodes and other areas that may give hints or warning signs of issues that are present.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Routine Dental Cleanings at a dental office are a part of a preventive care program that is vital for maintaining dental health, and the overall quality of health for your body.
• Fluoride Treatment
  As a systemic treatment, fluoride can be found in foods and water sources and is occasionally prescribed by dentists to aid in strengthening developed teeth in adults and children, as well as developing teeth in children. Systemic Fluoride Treatment should be administered and monitored only by a licenced health professional, beyond what is found in food and community water supplies.
• Dental Sealants
  A Dental Sealant is a thin plastic coating that is painted on the chewing surface of a tooth to protect it from decay and normal wear. Usually applied to the molars or premolars, Sealants bond to the natural grooves and depressions of teeth to form a protective shield in places where decay is most commonly found.

Restorative

• Fillings
  Large, Unsightly Fillings - Large, Silver Amalgam fillings are not only liable to break, they also draw attention to your mouth. Many patients opt to have the larger, silver fillings removed and replaced with a strong, great looking porcelain dental crown.
• Veneers
  In 1928, the first dental veneers were used in film as a temporary solution to improve the smile of actors and actresses. Today, dental veneers are used to help improve the smiles of everyone as a permanent solution.
• Crowns
  Crown lengthening is a surgical procedure where excess gum tissue that surrounds the crown of a tooth is removed for restorative or cosmetic purposes. This is a common procedure that is used to create room for dental restorations, as well as remove excess tissue in the event that the gums cover up too much of the tooth.
• Bridges
  When someone has one or more missing teeth, a porcelain dental bridge is a solution that may be considered. A dental bridge allows a dentist to bridge a gap that has been left by tooth loss. If healthy, surrounding teeth are present, a beautiful, porcelain dental bridge can be anchored to the teeth to restore function to that area. A porcelain bridge looks life-like and in some cases can enhance a person's smile.
• Restorative Dentistry
  Restorative Dentistry is the ability of a dentist to restore the function of a tooth when it has been compromised or lost. In the event of tooth decay; pain, swelling and even tooth loss may occur if left untreated.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Faster X-Rays - With digital x-rays, everything is instant. There's no need to wait for the processor to process the film, it's already waiting the second we expose the sensor to radiation. This feature is extremely helpful during root canals and other procedures where speed is important.

Periodontics

• Deep Cleaning
  In later stages of Periodontal Disease, the Dentist or Hygienist will provide a deep cleaning procedure called, Scaling and Root Planing. This deep cleaning requires that a patient's mouth is numb before proceeding because the cleaning is performed on much of the root below the gum line. Tartar, plaque and toxins will build up above, at, and below the gumline and make it difficult to remove, but it all needs to be removed in order for the pockets of infection to go away.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  A porcelain bridge is reinforced with a metal core so the bridge is strong and chewing feels comfortable. A bridge also keeps teeth from drifting into the gap that was left by the missing tooth. This will protect your other teeth, help you maintain your facial shape, help you continue to eat the foods you enjoy and can even serve as a replacement to a removable denture if the circumstance allows for it.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  A Dental Implant is known as one of the most permanent dental restorations available in dentistry, and the restorations that sit on them are life-like and look great. Dental Implants are a fixed solution, they are strong and will last the life of the patient if proper care is taken.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  Dr. Harrison and Dr. Bethke are pleased to have the expertise of Dr. Miranda Torrey, who joined our practice in 2010 and Dr. RT "Cade" Foust, who provides oral surgery procedures for the practice.
• Maxillofacial Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
  Tooth & Root Positioning - Knowing the position of a tooth and the roots of a tooth are important during procedures. In an example of wisdom tooth extraction, some wisdom teeth grow in sideways (impacted). It's important to know the position to extract the tooth as easily as possible to remove complications during or after the procedure.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Teeth Whitening is a Cosmetic dental procedure that can help improve the appearance of a smile by changing the current shade of teeth to a whiter shade. This procedure is safe, non-permanent, and effectively the quickest way to a healthier looking smile.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Below is a list of the categories of dental services we offer at Harrison & Bethke Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. If you are interested in a procedure that isn't found in this list, or have additional questions, feel free to contact us at 281-492-6064. We look forward to hearing from you.