CROWNS

When teeth are badly broken down or fractured, often a crown is needed to restore the tooth. The crown is placed over the prepared tooth to bring back the function and natural beauty of the existing tooth. We offer all-ceramic (porcelain) crowns to meet our patients esthetic needs as well as ceramo-metal and full gold to meet our patients functional needs. We have a lab technician on-site to give our patients the highest quality service.

BRIDGES

When a tooth is lost or extracted, a fixed bridge is an excellent way to replace it. The bridge consists of a pontic, or filler tooth, attached to abutment crowns on the adjacent teeth. The structure is cemented into place to provide long lasting support. Without replacing missing teeth, spaces in the mouth may cause teeth to shift. This can lead to occlusal (bite) problems and sometimes periodontal (gum) issues. By replacing missing teeth, you not only bring back your smile and function, but you safeguard the integrity of the surrounding teeth.

IMPLANTS

Another way to replace missing teeth is through implant dentistry. Dental implants offer a secure, long-term replacement for teeth. They are the best alternative to natural teeth. There are three parts to a dental implant. A titanium implant is positioned in your jaw in the area of the missing tooth. An abutment is then placed over the implant to allow for the final part, the restoration. A crown, bridge, or denture is then custom made to bring the patients teeth back into occlusal harmony.

MINI-IMPLANTS

Mini-implants are smaller versions of full dental implants that are used primarily for dentures. Patients with lower dentures that rock and are unstable can often regain stability and the ability to chew with a mini-implant supported denture.

TOOTH-COLORED FILLINGS

We offer the latest technology in tooth-colored fillings. 95% of all the new fillings we place use white composite material. Unsightly silver amalgam fillings can be easily replaced with beautiful, natural, composite fillings.

VENEERS

Want to improve your smile? Porcelain veneers are thin sheets of porcelain that are bonded to front teeth to make radiant smiles. Spaces, stains, and even malaligned teeth can often be corrected with porcelain. Veneers are the most beautiful restorations and today's adhesive bonding technology gives them the strength to last.

COSMETIC BONDING

Bonding is another option to change the appearance of one's front teeth. A variety of shades of composite resin material can be bonded to front teeth in a single visit to restore beauty to one's teeth.

TOOTH WHITENING

We have a variety of ways to whiten teeth. We offer in-office bleaching, take-home bleach trays and professional bleach kits. Anyone can have lighter, more vibrant teeth by using the system that is right for you. Some of the brands we carry include ZOOM!, Opalescence, Rembrandt, and Tres White.

ROOT CANALS

We perform endodontic, or root canal therapy in our office. Teeth that are extremely painful or abscessed often need to be treated with a root canal. A series of tiny files is used to remove inflamed or infected pulp tissue (nerve) from inside the tooth. The tooth is then sealed with a bio-friendly material, Gutta Percha, that takes the place of the nerve. The pain or infection will be gone and the tooth will be saved. A crown and post-build up is then typically placed to complete the restoration of the tooth.

DENTURES AND PARTIALS

Sometimes the best option for a patient with multiple missing teeth is a removable denture or partial denture. We make full and immediate dentures and precision cast partials to bring back patients smiles.

COMPREHENSIVE CARE

We have three dental hygeinists on our staff to help maintain your teeth for the rest of your life. We do some periodontal therapy, such as root planing, along with preventative procedures such as sealants and fluoride application. We also fabricate nightguard appliances for neuromuscular and TMJ pain. Sometimes, unfortunately, we have to extract teeth, too. We care for our patients and we do everything we can for them and their dental health!