Diagnostic

• X-rays

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
• Dental Sealants
  When we apply a dental sealant, we paint a plastic coating on top of your teeth. This makes your teeth smooth getting rid of the rough edges, depressions, and grooves that are commonly found on teeth. It is essentially a protective coating against tooth decay and cavities.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  Dental fillings are used to fill cavities and repair cracked or broken teeth. Fillings can be done with gold, porcelain, or silver amalgam, but is most commonly done with materials called composite resin fillings that are designed to match the color of your teeth.
• Veneers
  Veneers are thin shells intended to cover the front side of teeth to hide stains, chips, decay, or irregularities. A dental technician uses a model created by a dentist to make a custom shell out of specials materials.
• Crowns
  A tooth can lose its normal shape and size for a variety of reasons. A crown covers your tooth to help restore its original shape and size. Crowns can also be used to make teeth stronger and look better.
• Bridges
  Bridges can be removable or fixed. Removable bridges can be taken out and cleaned by patients, whereas fixed bridges have to be removed by a dentist. Bridges can be implanted to the jaw or under the gums. With so many options, it is important to consult with your dentist about which type of bridge is best for you.
• Dental Bonding
  A beautiful smile is one of the most sought after features in cosmetic medicine. People from all backgrounds and professions want a white, straight smile, and we can help make it a reality.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  When infection damages the pulp of the tooth your dentist or an endodontist may have to perform root canal therapy to save your tooth.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Removable dental replacements, or dentures, are a common service that we provide for our clients. We provide both complete dentures (for when all teeth are missing) and partial dentures (for when some teeth are missing).

Implants

• Dental Implants
  We are proud to offer dental implants for our patients. Dental implants are roots placed in your mouth for either permanent teeth to be placed on or ones that you can remove.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
  Here at Nederland Smile Docs, we are proud to offer wisdom teeth extraction for our patients in Nederland, TX and the surrounding areas.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  Orthodontics is a dental specialty that involves correcting teeth that are improperly positioned. Nederland Smile Docs is proud to offer the best and most up-to-date orthodontic services for our patients.
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  Invisalign® is a modern alternative to straighten your teeth without wires or metal. Invisalign® involves a series of custom trays designed specifically for you and the plan your dentist or orthodontist creates to move your teeth. The trays are made from a smooth plastic that covers your teeth and gradually moves them into place.
• Braces
  Unlike braces, there are no brackets to tighten. Instead, you use different trays as your teeth move into position. Typically trays are changed every two weeks. Invisalign® is a popular choice for straightening because it involves minimal disturbance to your daily routine or appearance. The trays are difficult to see and most people will have no idea you are wearing them.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Options for teeth whitening usually include whitening toothpastes, at-home bleaching, and in-office bleaching. Of course effectiveness, safety, and results vary greatly between products, so consult with your dentist if you are considering these choices.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  It is always our goal to give you a smile you can be proud of, so we offer cosmetic dentistry to correct any problems you may be having with your teeth.
• General Dentistry
  Dr. Sam is the Team Leader and dental treatment provider. He is a Port Arthur native and has been a in practice in Nederland, Texas since 1970. He is a graduate of Lamar University and an honor graduate of The University of Texas Dental Branch. With over 1,500 hours of continuing education registered, he is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry.