Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Our team at Parkcrest Dental Group will begin your cleaning by checking the visible surfaces of your teeth to determine if there are any existing cavities and to check the state of any current fillings or restorations you may have. A periodontal examination will also be done which will consist of making sure your gums are healthy and that no periodontal disease exists that could potentially lead to jawbone or tooth loss.
• X-rays
  If a dentist needs to see all aspects of your mouth in a single image, he chooses to use a panoramic x-ray. Panoramic x-rays are a bit different because your dentist must position you in the right place. One part of the x-ray circles your back of the head while the film circles the front. This allows the panoramic view of your mouth and jaw. Some people read or hear about the panoramic x-ray and get nervous. But there is nothing to worry about. Most of the time, they actually emit less radiation than intraoral x-rays.
• Oral Cancer Screening
  Parkcrest Dental Group offers oral cancer screenings for all of our patients. Our highly trained staff of healthcare professionals perform an oral screening to check the skin around your neck, around your throat, and inside your mouth. If you notice red or white spots that are rough or uneven in texture, sores that won’t heal, and painful spots in your mouth, do not hesitate to contact your

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  We understand your busy lifestyle and respect your time, and we also understand the importance of doing a thorough examination. A careful and full dental cleaning is equally important! We will give you an estimate of the approximate length of your appointments, so please remember to leave enough time in your busy schedule.
• Fluoride Treatment
  Your hygienist will carefully clean your teeth to remove any hard plaque and tartar. They will then polish your teeth and demonstrate proper flossing and brushing techniques. After your teeth are clean, they will often apply a professional strength fluoride treatment to make your teeth stronger.
• Dental Sealants
  Dental sealant protects your teeth with a thin plastic material applied to the chewing or biting surface of back teeth (molars and premolars). This adds a protective layer over your teeth that prevents your teeth from decaying. You Parkcrest Dental Group

Restorative

• Fillings
• Veneers
  Dentistry procedures that can help you improve your smile. Here at Parkcrest Dental Group, we are happy to offer a solution with dental veneers.
• Crowns
  Parkcrest Dental Group professionals to go inside the tooth and remove the dead or damaged pulp and decay that may be affecting the tooth and the areas around it. Your dental provider will first administer a local anesthetic in order to ensure your comfort. The decayed pulp will be removed, accessing it through a small opening made in the top crown of the tooth’s enamel and dentin.
• Bridges
  Dentists in Springfield, MO, might recommend a dental bridge. Dentists construct dental bridges to fill the space left by your tooth. Formed from either porcelain, gold, or ceramics, they look, feel, and function in a similar way to your own teeth. Dental bridges traditionally come in three different forms: traditional bridges, Maryland bonded bridges, and cantilever bridges.
• Dental Bonding
  Composite bonding fixes the look of damaged and decayed teeth, making them look healthier. Your dentist will drill out the decayed part of your tooth and apply a tooth-colored material to the area. Your dentist will then sculpt the material into the shape of your original tooth.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Root canals can typically be completed within one or two visits, can save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted and with proper care, can help you maintain your natural tooth for healthy smiles for years to come!

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Life is too short, full of too many delicious foods, and too full of opportunities to share your smile. Let your dentist help you enjoy your life even more. Enjoy your favorite foods again, and regain the confidence only a full smile can bring. Let the diligent dentists at Parkcrest Dental Group know if you are considering dentures, and we will do all we can for you.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Dental implants may be recommended to help you achieve great oral health. Your hygienist at Parkcrest Dental Group is happy to share with you specific instructions to help you achieve this goal. If periodontal disease is diagnosed, your dentist and dental hygienist will outline the best treatment options for you.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
  Baby teeth that don’t grow into the proper position may inhibit the permanent teeth from coming in correctly. While tooth extractions aren’t ideal, letting your pediatric dentist extract disruptive baby teeth could prevent the need for orthodontic treatment later on.
• Bone Grafting
  Autogenous Bone Grafting: Occasionally, the ideal areas for dental implants do not have sufficient bone quantity to support the implants. In these cases, it is often necessary to “borrow” bone from another area of your mouth and graft it into the deficient area. Often, the area of choice is from the chin or in the back of the jaw where your wisdom teeth used to be.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  When it comes to orthodontics, most people probably only think older kids, teens and adults can receive treatment. On the contrary, children can be seen for
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  Parkcrest Dental Group has chosen to offer Invisalign. This clear, comfortable option gives professionals and people who need to look their best the opportunity to straighten their teeth, too.
• Braces
  Most of us prefer not to have the discomfort and slight pain that comes with braces, and we’d much rather have our teeth straightened without anyone knowing we were doing so. For this reason...

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Looking for a way to get the healthiest, brightest, most natural-looking smile possible? There are many professional teeth whitening options available. It’s easier than ever to get the high-impact, confident smile you’ve always wanted! Parkcrest Dental Group has a friendly, professional and knowledgeable team to help.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Pediatric dentistry, orthodontic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry or sedation dentistry have completed additional training in their field and have become dental specialists.
• General Dentistry
  General dentistry. As with many forms of cancer, undetected oral cancer can have life-threatening consequences. In general dentistry, dentists should periodically screen their patients.