Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
• Oral Cancer Screening
  It’s important to have oral cancer treated as soon as possible, but many patients don’t realize that they have the disease because the symptoms can be attributed to other issues. Our team is familiar with the warning signs of oral cancer and can screen for it the next time you visit us for a checkup and cleaning. We can use the latest technology to determine if there are any lumps or other problem areas in your mouth that might indicate that a biopsy is necessary.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Good oral hygiene habits like brushing twice a day are vital, but if you want to keep your risk of tooth decay and gum disease to an absolute minimum, then you need to make a point of seeing a dental expert at least twice a year. At Androscoggin Dental Care, we can help you protect your smile with regular dental checkups, teeth cleanings, fluoride treatments, customized nightguards for bruxism, and various other preventive dentistry services here in Topsham. Is it almost time for you to set up a dental appointment for yourself or one of your loved ones? Don’t hesitate to give us a call today.
• Fluoride Treatment
  Sometimes cavities can still form in your child’s smile even if every possible precaution is taken. Luckily, there’s a simple way to stop the decay from growing even worse: silver diamine fluoride. The silver helps kill the bacteria that are attacking the tooth, and the fluoride can strengthen the enamel to make it more resistant to cavities in the future. If we find signs of tooth decay in your child’s smile, we may suggest having a silver diamine fluoride treatment performed as soon as possible.
• Dental Sealants
  Children tend to have a higher risk of developing cavities in their molars and premolars. This is because these teeth are located near the back of the mouth and can be hard to clean – particularly for someone who is still learning how to brush correctly. We can give your child’s molars and premolars an additional layer of protection with dental sealants, which can easily be applied to the chewing surfaces of at-risk teeth during a routine dental checkup. In many cases, sealants can help protect your child’s grin for over a decade.

Restorative

• Fillings
  Do you not want to have to get a silver amalgam filling that makes it all too obvious that you have had dental work performed? At our dental office, you can instead get a tooth-colored filling made out of composite resin. This material will allow you to keep more of the natural structure of your tooth, and it can blend in with your enamel, meaning you can protect your tooth from further decay while also maintaining a smile that you can show off with confidence.
• Resin Composite
• Veneers
  Do you need to schedule a dental checkup and teeth cleaning for your child? Do the older members of your family need dental implants or another form of tooth replacement? Are you thinking of enhancing your own smile with customized veneers? Our team members at Androscoggin Dental Care are happy to be able to offer so many different dental services in Topsham in the name of helping you and your loved ones enjoy better smiles. Call us today to learn more about the services listed below.
• Crowns
  Our dental practice doesn’t rely on traditional amalgam crowns that often result in highly visible dark spots in your smile. We can instead provide you with restorations made out of zirconia and porcelain, which closely match the appearance of your natural teeth. It typically takes two appointments to place a dental crown; rest assured that you can count on the results to last a very long time (more than 10 years in many cases).
• Bridges
  A dental bridge can improve your ability to eat and speak by filling in the gap left by a missing tooth (or at least two missing teeth in a row). Creating a dental bridge involves combining a pair of dental crowns with a specific number of artificial teeth. The dental crowns are what keep the bridge attached to your natural teeth; meanwhile, the artificial teeth are what will ultimately re-complete your smile. A well-maintained dental bridge can last for many years – oftentimes over a decade.
• Dental Bonding
• Restorative Dentistry
  Are there cracks, chips, and stains all throughout your mouth? Do you have multiple teeth that are broken or missing? A personalized full mouth reconstruction could be just the answer you need. The process involves multiple restorative dentistry treatments that have been chosen to restore your entire smile, thus enhancing your oral health as well as your confidence. Upon completing an examination of your mouth, we can discuss the specific steps that might be needed for your full mouth reconstruction.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  The innermost layer of the tooth is known as the pulp, and it contains a number of nerves and blood vessels. Consequently, if the pulp becomes infected for any reason, you may experience significant oral pain. If you want to put a stop to your discomfort and avoid further oral health issues, your best option may be to have a root canal treatment performed as soon as possible. Call our team at Androscoggin Dental Care today for more information about root canal treatment in Topsham and how it might help you avoid needing to have a tooth removed.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  Thankfully, if you’re near Topsham, ME, Dr. Lina and the team here at Androscoggin Dental Care can help you! A set of dentures can replace all of your teeth at once, meaning that you can learn to love your smile again. Make an appointment with us and we’ll be happy to bring you in for a consultation.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Are you less than satisfied with the traditional options for tooth replacement? You may want to think about getting dental implants, which allow you to rebuild your smile from the roots up and can actively prevent bone loss in your jaw. If you call to schedule a consultation at Androscoggin Dental Care, our team can go into more detail about the advantages of permanently replacing your missing teeth with sturdy dental implants in Topsham and discuss whether or not you’re a good candidate for the treatment.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
  When you have a tooth that is severely infected or badly damaged, our initial intention will always be to try and save it. But if the tooth simply cannot be salvaged, then our team will need to remove it. Rest assured that our team at Androscoggin Dental Care will always prioritize your safety regardless of what kind of treatment you need, and we care about helping you stay comfortable. We will make a point of keeping you fully informed of your oral health situation so that you fully understand why a tooth extraction in Topsham needs to be performed. Please call us if you have any concerns about your oral health and think that you may need to have a tooth removed.
• Bone Grafting
  Dental implants can be used to replace any number of teeth, and most adults can potentially be candidates for them. Of course, some individuals might require bone grafting, gum disease therapy, tooth extractions, and other preliminary treatments before they can receive dental implants. Once your ability to have dental implant posts placed has been confirmed, our team members can start discussing the specifics of what the dental implant process will look like based on your specific type of tooth loss.

Orthodontics

• Invisalign Orthodontics
• Braces
  Straightening your smile doesn’t have to mean wearing metal braces; SureSmile clear aligners offer a more image-friendly way to correct alignment issues. The removable aligners will gradually shift your teeth toward more ideal positions by putting a small amount of pressure on the teeth. Since the aligners will be made out of transparent material, most people won’t realize that you’re wearing them. On top of that, taking care of your teeth during your SureSmile treatment will be simple since you can just take your aligners out when it's time to brush and floss.

General

• Teeth Whitening
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Whether it’s to leave a better impression at work or aid you with your social life, there are plenty of reasons why you might want to improve your smile. There’s often more than one way to enhance your grin, and our team at Androscoggin Dental Care is here to help you explore your options. Are you bothered by teeth that are slightly damaged or duller than you would like? Call our dental office today to find out what steps can be taken to help you achieve the grin that you have always wanted with cosmetic dentistry in Topsham.