DENTAL CLEANINGS

Also known as prophylaxis, this procedure consists of removing plaque, calculus and stains above the gumline. The type of cleaning you need depends on your periodontal condition.

LOW RADIATION DIGITAL X-RAYS

Digital x-rays expose you to much less radiation than older traditional x-rays. We take both digital panoramic x-rays (showing teeth, bones, jaws and other structures) and individual digital intraoral x-rays (showing teeth and some bone).

NITROUS OXIDE

Also known as "laughing gas," nitrous oxide is excellent at reducing patient anxiety.

TEETH WHITENING

Teeth whitening is the process of using various materials to make teeth look whiter. Whitening is a cosmetic treatment done to improve the appearance of teeth. Teeth are whitened to remove the effects of coffee, cigarettes, and other substances that stain or discolor teeth.

FILLINGS

The material used to replace an area of the tooth where decay has been removed.

VENEERS

A thin covering of porcelain or composite over the enamel of a tooth.

CROWN

Usually a complete covering of a tooth that reinforces its strength and helps to prevent tooth fracture.

BRIDGES

A bridge is a dental restoration that replaces teeth in a toothless area and covers one or more teeth on each side of the space.

REMOVABLE PARTIAL

A dental appliance that is removable and replaces one or more missing teeth.

DENTURES

Dental prostheses that replace all of the upper and/or lower teeth.

ROOT CANAL

A procedure where the nerve of a tooth is removed and replaced with a filling material.

EXTRACTION

Tooth extraction is the removal of a tooth.

RESTORING DENTAL IMPLANTS

Creating the crown, bridge or other appliance that will be placed on top of one or more dental implants to replace teeth.

PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE

Periodic treatment following a procedure for periodontal disease.

BRUXISM APPLIANCE

A removable, custom-fitted plastic appliance that fits between the upper and lower teeth to prevent them from grinding against each other. Such grinding could result in tooth fracture or shorter teeth, resulting in less space between the nose and chin.

MOUTHGUARDS

A device that is used to protect your mouth from injury when you are participating in sports.

ORAL CANCER SCREENINGS

When the dentist checks all oral tissue for signs of abnormal development or changes in tissue.