Family Dentistry

We only employ bonded, tooth-colored restorations to fill teeth. They are mercury-free.

Though your mouth may feel healthy and you may not have any symptoms, periodontal disease can progress without a patient knowing. If left untreated, periodontal disease can destroy the supporting bones in your mouth. It can also contribute to multiple systemic diseases far from the oral cavity. This is why early treatment and prevention is so important! We will make sure you are receiving the highest quality of care that will assist in preventing periodontal disease from developing.

Dental x-rays are a great diagnostic tool that provide important information not visible during a routine dental exam. We employ only digital X-ray equipment, which exposes our patients to a much lower radiation dose than conventional X-ray equipment. We also have other high-tech techniques to detect cavities early. Our dental team will utilize this important information to safely and accurately detect any dental abnormalities and then create an effective treatment plan.

Topically applied fluoride is not just for kids anymore. It’s a simple and quick process and can be done during your routine cleaning. No extra appointment is necessary. Fluoride is a mineral that helps prevent tooth decay and is applied to your teeth. This strengthens the enamel so your smile will be as strong as ever.

Root canal therapy is needed when a cavity has reached the nerve of a tooth, causing an infection of the nerve, or when severe trauma has affected the tooth. Regular checkups with your dentist help to avoid and prevent the need for endodontic therapy. But once the nerve has become infected, it must be treated to avoid further issues since it cannot heal by itself. Some signs that a nerve is infected include sensitivity to hot or cold foods or liquids, pain, swelling, or even a bad taste in the mouth. For some patients no symptoms are obvious, and they are unaware a problem even exists until their dentist sees them for an exam.

When endodontic therapy is performed, your dentist will clean out the infected pulp, and disinfect the canals of the tooth. Once the area has been disinfected, the canals of the tooth are filled with a special material to prevent from further infections and help in the healing of the tooth. Sometimes a core build-up, bonded post, and/or crown are necessary for restoring a tooth to function.

When permanent teeth are significantly damaged, extracting the compromised teeth can, in some cases, help you return to optimal oral health. After discussing your various treatment options with you and deciding on an extraction, we will perform your treatment in the comfort of our office. Your treatment will be:

• Gentle
• Comfortable
• Completed in one visit

Following the extraction, it is important to replace the tooth to prevent problems with the surrounding teeth. You can discuss your tooth-replacement options with your dentist during your initial consultation.