Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Your first visit at Bonita Medical Center will likely include an oral exam and a consultation. It will be at this appointment that your diagnosis and treatment options will be discussed. In some cases, a simple procedure may be performed on the same day as the consultation.

Restorative

• Crowns
  The dental implant is considered a true replacement because it replaces the entire tooth, root and all. A single dental implant is composed of three parts: the post, the abutment, and the crown. The post is made of medical-grade titanium and is surgically implanted into the jaw bone. Over time, the post fuses with the bone to create a strong foundation for the rest of the implant. The crown is the visible part of the implant and custom-made to blend in naturally with the surrounding teeth. The abutment piece connects the post and the crown. Together, all three parts of a dental implant create a permanent solution that offers a natural look and feel with complete functionality. With dental implants, patients can speak with ease and smile with confidence again!
• Bridges
  Dental implants don’t just look good, they also benefit your oral health? Improved oral health is one of the many reasons that dental implants are a popular alternative to traditional tooth replacement solutions, such as fixed bridges and dentures. Dental implants function in the same way natural teeth do — they stimulate the bone in your jaw to prevent bone loss so that your facial harmony and jaw health are preserved for years to come.
• Dental Bonding

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Patients who wear dentures often find them to be uncomfortable and feel embarrassed about removing their teeth during meals. Although cheaper upfront, dentures can become expensive over time. You must replace them due to wear and tear and have them professionally fitted. Otherwise, you may experience oral sores or slipping dentures.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  For patients missing several teeth or even an entire arch of teeth, full-arch replacement offers a unique tooth replacement solution with permanent and natural-looking results. Full-arch replacement procedures are popular because this treatment is more economical than individual dental implants while providing the same look, feel, and function. Full-arch replacement also offers less post-surgical discomfort and reduced healing time, so you can enjoy your new smile faster.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  Bonita Medical Center is proud to offer the best oral surgery and cosmetic treatments in a safe and comfortable environment. We also do everything that we can to make the oral surgery and cosmetic services we offer affordable to our patients. Bonita Medical Center works with many insurance companies, including Delta Dental and Cigna PPO. We also accept several methods of payment. The cost of treatment will vary from patient to patient — we will do our best to provide the most accurate estimate of cost in advance of your treatment.
• Jaw Surgery
  If the jaw is misaligned, it can affect everyday functions such as chewing, speaking, and breathing, as well as other complications that compromise oral health, such as TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, orthodontic and bone structure issues. While many conservative treatments can correct a jaw misalignment, more severe or complex jaw conditions may require surgery known as orthognathic surgery.
• Maxillofacial Surgery
  Dr. Schow of Bonita Medical Center in Santa Fe, NM, are skilled oral surgeons who perform a wide range of oral and maxillofacial surgery services for patients of all ages and conditions.
• Tooth Extractions
  From orthodontic preparation to improving oral health, there are many reasons why a single tooth or multiple teeth may need to be extracted. Drs. Schow and Urig are skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeons and have lots of experience with every type of tooth extraction. Together with our highly trained and compassionate care team, we can assure you that you are in the best hands at our practice.
• Bone Grafting
  Bone grafts work by applying a solution of granulated bone material (or other healing agents) to the area or areas where more bone is desired. The bone material that is used can be sourced from another part of your own body or a tissue bank. The type of bone grafting procedure you will need depends upon the location of the missing bone, overall treatment plan, and other factors.

Orthodontics

• Braces
  Exposing an impacted tooth requires careful coordination between an oral surgeon and an orthodontist. However, it is a fairly routine procedure. First, your orthodontist needs to create a space in the mouth for the impacted tooth to come in. They will do this by gently shifting the surrounding teeth with braces. Next, an oral surgeon will expose the impacted tooth. It is a minor procedure that involves a small chain and orthodontic bracket to be bonded to the tooth. Finally, your orthodontist will use the chain to guide the canine into its new position as it grows in.

General

• Cosmetic Dentistry