Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  At your preventive care appointment, we may take digital x-rays to see any problems we cannot visualize during a regular dental exam.
• X-rays
  A: Dental X-rays can detect even the slightest traces of oral health problems at their earliest stages, such as cavities, gum disease, oral infections, and some types of tumors. Their frequency depends on the individual’s dental health, signs of dental problems, age, and risk for oral disease.
• Oral Cancer Screening
  While you’re at the office having your teeth cleaned, Dr. Nicholson will perform an oral cancer screening and examination.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  For routine teeth cleaning when teeth and gums are healthy. For patients with periodontal disease, a gum disease that can damage the jawbone if untreated, it’s recommended to see the dentist every three months.
• Fluoride Treatment
  Topical fluoride is known to prevent tooth decay. We recommend this for children 3-16 years of age and for some adults with a high caries risk..
• Dental Sealants
  A: Dental sealants are thin coats of protective material applied to the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars of children. The irregular surfaces of those teeth make it difficult to get them clean. Sealants significantly reduce the risk of decay.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Crowns
  Crowns are natural-looking and functioning artificial teeth. They may be used to cover a dental implant or a tooth that needs more support or structure due to damage or decay.
• Bridges
• Restorative Dentistry

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  At Kinston Dental Associates, we provide complete dental services for patients of all ages. We love making beautiful smiles for our neighbors in Kinston, NC, and the surrounding areas. Whether you need routine, preventive care, or a root canal, our team is here to help.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Implants are permanent tooth replacements that are inserted directly into the jaw. These are considered to be the best method of replacing missing teeth.

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Orthodontics
• Braces

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Are your teeth stained or dull looking? Professional teeth whitening can remove stains related to drinking coffee, tea, or wine; smoking; aging; or other reasons. Ask us if teeth whitening is right for you!