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Preventative Care: Taking proper care of one's teeth and their supporting tissue and bone is what preventative
care is all about. The process involves periodic teeth cleanings, x-rays and exams. Cleanings are typically done every
6 months and exam and x-rays once every year. Patients with various levels of Periodontal or "gum" Disease will
require more frequent preventative care. Children can benefit from a preventative therapy know as Sealants. A
tooth colored sealant is bonded to the chewing surface of the teeth to prevent tooth decay.
With proper preventative care some dental problems can be detected early and restored with less invasive and
expensive treatment.
Restorative Care: When dental problems or pain occur, restoration of the teeth involved can require various
treatment techniques:
Fillings, Extractions, TMJ Therapy, Crowns, Implants
Scaling Root Planning, Root Canal Therapy, Veneers
Dentures/Partials, Bonding and Recontouring
Fillings: An option to restore teeth due to damage from tooth decay or trauma. A variety of dental materials can
be used to restore the tooth to a healthy state and function. Some examples are: composite(tooth colored fillings)
and various glass ionomer materials. Filling materials do have limitations and in some cases crowns may be needed.
Crowns: When a current large restoration such as a filling is failing due to decay or fracture, a full coverage
restoration or crown may be needed. The severity of the problem can dictate whether a crown or new filling will
restore proper health and function.
Bridges: If patients have areas where permanent teeth are missing. A permanent bridge can be an option. The
technique uses adjacent teeth to permanently anchor a bridge. In simple terms, a bridge is several crowns
connected together to “Bridge” the space between teeth. Not all missing teeth can be restored in this way.
Implants: A treatment option where a bridge will not work or is an area that requires a more conservative
approach. Implants are specialized titanium posts with a special coating that when place in bone will help the implant
integrate into the bone. Crowns, bridges and even dentures can be placed over implants to help restore the mouth
to proper health and function. Implants have certain requirements in order to be successful. Not everyone is a
perfect candidate.
Dentures/Partials: When patients are missing all of their dentition a full removable Denture is an option. Implants
can sometimes be used to help stabilize and retain a denture during normal function. When patients have only a few
or small number of remaining teeth, partials use those teeth to help “partially” replace the teeth that are missing.
Proper bone/ teeth support is important for Dentures and Partials to be successful.
Root Canal/Extractions: Saving as many teeth from failure is every Dentist goal. In the case of tooth pain, root
canal treatment may be necessary. If the nerve and blood supplying the tooth are compromised from decay,
fracture or other unknown causes, saving that tooth becomes a priority. However, some teeth can be so badly
damaged that removal “extraction” is required. Root Canal Therapy is a process that removes the dying nerve and
blood supply, eliminating pain and saving the tooth.
Scaling and Root Planing: Sometimes patients experience a condition called periodontal or “gum” disease. The
causes are many, poor preventative care, smoking, family history, even certain medication can make a Patient more
susceptible to gum disease. Treatment first requires a sound examination and proper x-rays. Once the severity of
the disease is diagnosed, scaling and root planing may be preformed. This technique involves the use of local
anesthetic with a deep cleaning of the teeth, tissues and root surfaces. Gum disease can cause the natural pocket
between the tooth and gums to become deeper and infected. Scaling and Root Planing removes the bacteria and
irritants from the pocket to allow the tissue to heal properly. Periodontal disease has become much more common in
recent decades and is a quiet and painless disease with few warnings. If you notice, bleeding gums or gums that
appear to receding from the tooth, bad breath or tender gums you need to be evaluated.
Veneers/Bonding/ Recontouring: Cosmetic Dentistry has come to involve various treatment options all of which
are designed to give the patient a beautiful and brighter smile.
TMJ Therapy: Many patients suffer from a disease process called TMD- Temporal Mandibular Dysfunction. The
results of which are facial pain or swelling, pain in the joint itself, ear pain, headache, neck pain, pain when opening or
closing and even jaws that get stuck open. TMJ treatment includes appliance such as night guard and splints. Some
cases can be severe enough to refer to an Oral Facial Pain Specialist.
Whitening: People notice several things about you when you first meet them. One is your smile. Having a
beautiful bright smile gives you more self confidence and leaves an impression on all those you meet. Very few
people are born with a naturally beautiful smile. Cosmetic Veneers, Bonding and Recontouring are one way to achieve
a beautiful smile. Another technique is called Whitening or “Bleaching”. The process uses special peroxide base gels
that create a chemical reaction known as whitening. It provides safe, effective, and lasting whitening results with
little or no sensitivity. Under the supervision of trained Dental professionals this process is becoming a very popular
way to whiten teeth. Some patients experience slight sensitivity for a small period of time but this quickly leaves
and a beautiful smile remains. Periodic touch up of 1-2 times a year keeps your smile a bright as the day you finished
the treatment. Without maintenance your teeth still will not darken back to the original color.
Wisdom Teeth/ 3rd Molar Extraction: We offer our patients the option of having 3rd molars removed in our general dental practice. Our office has found that our patients feel more at ease having this procedure done in our office surrounded by familiar faces.
Call for a consultation today.
(281) 351-5458
Preventative Care: Taking proper care of one's teeth and their supporting tissue and bone is what preventative
care is all about. The process involves periodic teeth cleanings, x-rays and exams. Cleanings are typically done every
6 months and exam and x-rays once every year. Patients with various levels of Periodontal or "gum" Disease will
require more frequent preventative care. Children can benefit from a preventative therapy know as Sealants. A
tooth colored sealant is bonded to the chewing surface of the teeth to prevent tooth decay.
With proper preventative care some dental problems can be detected early and restored with less invasive and
expensive treatment.
Restorative Care: When dental problems or pain occur, restoration of the teeth involved can require various
treatment techniques:
Fillings, Extractions, TMJ Therapy, Crowns, Implants
Scaling Root Planning, Root Canal Therapy, Veneers
Dentures/Partials, Bonding and Recontouring
Fillings: An option to restore teeth due to damage from tooth decay or trauma. A variety of dental materials can
be used to restore the tooth to a healthy state and function. Some examples are: composite(tooth colored fillings)
and various glass ionomer materials. Filling materials do have limitations and in some cases crowns may be needed.
Crowns: When a current large restoration such as a filling is failing due to decay or fracture, a full coverage
restoration or crown may be needed. The severity of the problem can dictate whether a crown or new filling will
restore proper health and function.
Bridges: If patients have areas where permanent teeth are missing. A permanent bridge can be an option. The
technique uses adjacent teeth to permanently anchor a bridge. In simple terms, a bridge is several crowns
connected together to “Bridge” the space between teeth. Not all missing teeth can be restored in this way.
Implants: A treatment option where a bridge will not work or is an area that requires a more conservative
approach. Implants are specialized titanium posts with a special coating that when place in bone will help the implant
integrate into the bone. Crowns, bridges and even dentures can be placed over implants to help restore the mouth
to proper health and function. Implants have certain requirements in order to be successful. Not everyone is a
perfect candidate.
Dentures/Partials: When patients are missing all of their dentition a full removable Denture is an option. Implants
can sometimes be used to help stabilize and retain a denture during normal function. When patients have only a few
or small number of remaining teeth, partials use those teeth to help “partially” replace the teeth that are missing.
Proper bone/ teeth support is important for Dentures and Partials to be successful.
Root Canal/Extractions: Saving as many teeth from failure is every Dentist goal. In the case of tooth pain, root
canal treatment may be necessary. If the nerve and blood supplying the tooth are compromised from decay,
fracture or other unknown causes, saving that tooth becomes a priority. However, some teeth can be so badly
damaged that removal “extraction” is required. Root Canal Therapy is a process that removes the dying nerve and
blood supply, eliminating pain and saving the tooth.
Scaling and Root Planing: Sometimes patients experience a condition called periodontal or “gum” disease. The
causes are many, poor preventative care, smoking, family history, even certain medication can make a Patient more
susceptible to gum disease. Treatment first requires a sound examination and proper x-rays. Once the severity of
the disease is diagnosed, scaling and root planing may be preformed. This technique involves the use of local
anesthetic with a deep cleaning of the teeth, tissues and root surfaces. Gum disease can cause the natural pocket
between the tooth and gums to become deeper and infected. Scaling and Root Planing removes the bacteria and
irritants from the pocket to allow the tissue to heal properly. Periodontal disease has become much more common in
recent decades and is a quiet and painless disease with few warnings. If you notice, bleeding gums or gums that
appear to receding from the tooth, bad breath or tender gums you need to be evaluated.
Veneers/Bonding/ Recontouring: Cosmetic Dentistry has come to involve various treatment options all of which
are designed to give the patient a beautiful and brighter smile.
- Veneers: A thin layer of porcelain in a variety of shades that is placed over teeth, “typically the Front” to
give a person the appearance of straight bright teeth.
- Bonding: Uses a layer of tooth colored filling to replace, restore, or enhance a persons smile typically on the
front teeth.
- Recontouring: Sometimes the shapes of the front teeth can be changed without veneers or bonding. In
some cases simply reshaping the teeth like the edges or ends can give a dramatic result without the
placement of veneers or bonding. In some cases a combination of veneers, bonding and recontouring are
done.
TMJ Therapy: Many patients suffer from a disease process called TMD- Temporal Mandibular Dysfunction. The
results of which are facial pain or swelling, pain in the joint itself, ear pain, headache, neck pain, pain when opening or
closing and even jaws that get stuck open. TMJ treatment includes appliance such as night guard and splints. Some
cases can be severe enough to refer to an Oral Facial Pain Specialist.
Whitening: People notice several things about you when you first meet them. One is your smile. Having a
beautiful bright smile gives you more self confidence and leaves an impression on all those you meet. Very few
people are born with a naturally beautiful smile. Cosmetic Veneers, Bonding and Recontouring are one way to achieve
a beautiful smile. Another technique is called Whitening or “Bleaching”. The process uses special peroxide base gels
that create a chemical reaction known as whitening. It provides safe, effective, and lasting whitening results with
little or no sensitivity. Under the supervision of trained Dental professionals this process is becoming a very popular
way to whiten teeth. Some patients experience slight sensitivity for a small period of time but this quickly leaves
and a beautiful smile remains. Periodic touch up of 1-2 times a year keeps your smile a bright as the day you finished
the treatment. Without maintenance your teeth still will not darken back to the original color.
Wisdom Teeth/ 3rd Molar Extraction: We offer our patients the option of having 3rd molars removed in our general dental practice. Our office has found that our patients feel more at ease having this procedure done in our office surrounded by familiar faces.
Call for a consultation today.
(281) 351-5458
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