Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
• X-rays
• Oral Cancer Screening

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
• Dental Sealants
  Sealants are a simple protective measure most often used on children. Made from a tooth-colored acrylic coating, sealants are painted onto the chewing surfaces of your teeth. These surfaces have deep grooves and pits that are hard to clean, trapping decay-causing foods and acids. Dental sealants in Plano, Texas protect the depressions and grooves of your teeth from food particles and plaque that brushing and flossing cannot reach.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  Dental fillings are a common type of dental restoration used to repair cavities and other forms of mild tooth decay and damage. At Dr. Kirk E. Kooker’s dental office, we use high-quality, tooth-colored fillings. Also known as white or composite fillings, tooth-colored fillings are made from composite resin, a mixture of strong, durable plastics. We may suggest tooth-colored dental fillings in Plano, Texas to strengthen a weakened tooth and restore the structural integrity of your tooth structure once decay has been removed.
• Veneers
  Porcelain veneers are thin shells made from porcelain that are permanently bonded to the front of flawed teeth. One of our most versatile treatments, porcelain veneers may be suggested to...
• Crowns
  When your smile has been seriously damaged, whether through decay or trauma, we may suggest a dental crown, a long-lasting type of dental restoration. Dental crowns are caps or covers that are fitted over your natural teeth for protection and strength. At Dr. Kirk E. Kooker’s dental office, we are known for providing dental crowns that are undetectable. Dental crowns can repair many major dental problems and last for up to 30 years when taken care of properly.
• Bridges
  If you are missing one or more teeth, Dr. Kirk E. Kooker, our talented dentist, may suggest a dental bridge. In Plano, Texas, dental bridges are custom-made dental appliances that attach replacement teeth to the adjacent natural teeth remaining in your smile. There are many types of dental bridges available at our dental office based on your individual needs. Dental bridges can be permanent, known as fixed bridges, or removable. They can also be made from a number of materials, including gold alloys, non-precious alloys, porcelain, or any combination of the three.
• Dental Bonding
  Dental bonding is one of the easiest cosmetic treatments available and can be completed in just one appointment with Dr. Kirk E. Kooker, our practiced dentist. Dental bonding is a treatment in which we apply composite resin to the surface of a tooth in order to restore and improve the appearance and function of the tooth. Composite resin is a type of durable plastic that we will match to the color of your natural smile.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Root canal treatment, most often called a root canal, is a common endodontic treatment performed at our dental office. Endodontics is the branch of dentistry that treats infections and damage to the inside of your tooth where your dental pulp and tooth nerves are located. When this area becomes injured, serious damage to the tooth and smile can result. Our accomplished dentist, Dr. Kirk E. Kooker, provides root canal treatment to save your smile and keep it pain-free.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Dentures are custom-made dental appliances that are inserted into the mouth to replace lost teeth, providing support for the cheeks and lips. Made from prosthetic teeth attached to a gum- or pink-colored base, dentures may be suggested by our dentist, Dr. Kirk E. Kooker, if you are looking for a less-invasive, more affordable tooth replacement option.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  In some cases, traditional dental implants may not be a viable option for your smile. This can occur because you do not have enough bone tissue to support implants, or you may have a standing medical or dental condition that could make the treatment difficult. At Dr. Kirk E. Kooker’s dental office, we provide 3M mini dental implants for our patients in these situations. Completed in just one visit to our dental office, 3M mini dental implants provide same-day stabilization for your existing dentures. They also do not generally require an incision to the gums, making it a quicker, less-invasive treatment option. In addition, mini dental implants cost significantly less than traditional dental implants.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Tooth Extractions
  While we will always do everything we can to save a tooth, there may be circumstances that arise that necessitate the complete removal of a tooth from its place in the gumline. This is called a tooth extraction. Some teeth are extracted because of severe decay, advanced gum disease, or because they have been broken beyond repair. Other teeth may have grown in improperly and have become poorly positioned inside of your mouth; this is common with your third molars, or wisdom teeth. No matter the reason a tooth needs to be extracted, we will provide you with gentle care and multiple cosmetic and restorative options to replace the lost tooth.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  The Invisalign aligners are custom made from a detailed guide that Dr. Kirk E. Kooker will create after using 3D computer imaging technology to assess your personal alignment needs. Each aligner will gently apply pressure to your teeth to make small shifts in their positions. Approximately every two weeks, you will receive a new phase of aligners, and we will invite you to come into our office once every six weeks to ensure your alignment process is going as planned.
• Braces
  Invisalign is a modern approach to straightening your smile. Unlike traditional orthodontic braces made from metal wires and brackets, Invisalign uses a series of clear plastic aligners that fit snugly over your teeth. Dr. Kirk E. Kooker, our committed dentist, has the certification necessary to offer Invisalign in Plano, Texas to our patients.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Over the course of your lifetime, the color of your tooth enamel naturally changes and is affected by multiple factors. Certain lifestyle and eating habits can also cause staining and discoloration. Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic treatment that aims to improve the color of your teeth for a whiter, brighter smile.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Are you embarrassed to smile because of unsightly dental flaws? Do you look in the mirror and wonder what can be done? If so, we invite you to consider cosmetic dentistry in Plano, Texas. Cosmetic dentistry uniquely combines dental science and artistry to focus on improving the overall appearance of your smile. Under the direction of our experienced dentist, Dr. Kirk E. Kooker, we can redesign and transform your entire smile. We may suggest one or more of our excellent cosmetic treatments to...
• General Dentistry