- Dental ExaminationFor optimal oral health, we recommend visiting our Port Isabel practice every six months for routine cleanings and dental exams. These exams give us an opportunity to clean excess bacteria and plaque away from teeth—especially hard-to-reach teeth. They also give us a chance to look for any developing issues with gum disease, tooth decay, or a range of other common oral health problems.
- Oral Cancer ScreeningDr. Salazar is a strong believer in the importance of routine oral cancer screenings. Consider this fact: roughly one person dies from oral cancer every hour. What’s more, 25% of cases are found in patients with none of the typical risk factors. With such a high mortality rate, and with so many cases diagnosed in patients who don’t fit the typical profile of an oral cancer patient, it’s no wonder we take screenings very seriously.
- Teeth CleaningRoutine cleanings and exams are essential for anyone who wants to enjoy a truly healthy smile. With our advanced tools, we can help you clean areas that are difficult to reach with a basic toothbrush or floss. What’s more, we can help you identify instances of gum disease, tooth decay, teeth grinding, or even oral cancer early before they have a chance to become more serious and destructive. Contact our Port Isabel office if you’d like to schedule your next cleaning and exam.
- Dental SealantsFor 25 years, we have helped our youngest patients develop important habits for a healthy smile. Our general dental care for children includes cleanings, restorative procedures, and nitrous oxide for those who have a hard time relaxing during dental treatments. We’ll also help your child learn how to effectively brush and floss, and we may also suggest protective dental sealants or flavored fluoride supplement treatments to ward off tooth decay.
- FillingsNot too long ago, amalgam fillings were the most commonly used treatment for cavities and other tooth defects. That’s no longer the case today, though. Now, dentists like Dr. Armando Salazar rely on tooth-colored fillings to help patients achieve stronger, more aesthetically pleasing results.
- Resin Composite
- VeneersAre you someone who feels inhibited by chipped, stained, discolored, unevenly spaced, or misaligned front teeth? At Port Isabel Dental, we have a popular and effective service known as veneers that can help you create a brighter, cleaner, and more attractive smile. Because veneers are made from high-quality dental porcelain, they look natural and are resistant to stains. They’re also wafer-thin so they can easily be affixed to the front of your smile.
- CrownsWhile a filling can help you restore a tooth with a small cavity, a crown is recommended in cases where there is more extensive damage, either from decay or a tooth fracture. A custom-made dental crown will restore your tooth’s health and strength as well as its beauty. What’s more, because our practice is equipped with an E4D milling unit, we can provide our patients from the Port Isabel area with same-day treatment.
- BridgesAre you self-conscious of your smile because of a cracked, broken, or decayed tooth? Do you have one or more missing teeth that are keeping you from smiling with confidence? At Port Isabel Dental Associates, we offer custom-made crowns and bridges to help patients repair these issues. During a special consultation with one of our dentists, Dr. Armando Salazar and the rest of our team can help you determine which of these options is right for you and we can begin putting a personalized treatment plan together.
- Dental BondingBonding is a beautiful, natural looking solution to the problem of chipped or cracked teeth. What’s more, cosmetic treatment with bonding can be completed in a single visit. During your procedure, an enamel solution will be applied to the surface of your tooth and then hardened and polished for perfect, natural-looking results. Contact our Port Isabel dental office if you’d like to learn more about cosmetically enhancing your smile with bonding.
- Restorative DentistryAre you looking for a dental practice that can help you meet your diverse dental needs? Look no further than Port Isabel Dental. Our Port Isabel practice offers a range of the most effective and most sought-after services from the areas of general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. Whether you’re in need of basic care or advanced help replacing one or more teeth, we have solutions that will meet those needs.
- Root Canal TreatmentA root canal is a special procedure designed to help patients who are suffering from an infected tooth. During the course of a root canal, the dentist gains access to the inside of the patient’s tooth — where the nerve is located — and cleans it out completely, removing both the infection and the nerve itself. The tooth is then capped with a crown to protect it from developing another infection in the future and to restore its appearance and strength.
- Periodontal SurgeryDepending on the severity of your condition, our team may recommend an in-depth cleaning known as scaling and root planing, antibiotic therapy, or state-of-the-art periodontal surgery with LANAP® to combat the damage caused and restore health to your mouth.
- DenturesHave you lost all or most of your teeth? If you have, dentures can restore your ability to eat and speak, in addition to improving your appearance. Today's dentures are much more effective and cosmetically appealing than the dentures of the past. What’s more, we can fit you for them immediately after your natural teeth have been removed or after their extraction sites have healed. Full dentures replace a full upper or lower row of natural teeth; partial dentures replace only a few of a patient’s natural teeth.
- Dental ImplantsFollowing your surgical procedure, your implant(s) will have time to bond with your jawbone. This process, known as osseointegration, is the reason why patients can experience such lifelike results with dental implants.
- Oral Surgery
- Tooth Extractions
- OrthodonticsOften referred to as “instant orthodontics,” porcelain veneers are a quick and effect cosmetic dentistry treatment to correct a number of issues. With veneers, gaps, chips, cracks and discoloring are all instantaneously erased, revealing a picture-perfect smile that feels as great as it looks. Patients often desire their teeth to look beautiful but not overdone, and Dr. Salazar is skilled in creating exceptional aesthetic results that appear natural and gorgeous. Schedule a complimentary consultation today to learn more!
- Teeth WhiteningIf you want to transform the appearance of stained or discolored teeth, let our Port Isabel dental team talk to you about teeth whitening. With this popular and effective service, we can help you brighten your dingy or discolored teeth so you can smile with confidence again. To give patients just like you the best possible results, we offer two great solutions: in-office whitening and take-home whitening. Each system works differently but can help you create the smile you’ve been dreaming of.
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- General Dentistry