Invisalign

Our office is proud to be a Premier Gold Invisalign Provider. You can have the confidence in our team to address your smile and the alignment of your bite. There are various ways to correct crooked or crowded teeth without the use of traditional braces. One technique works by way of placing, in sequence, clear, hard plastic aligners over your teeth. Each varies in shape and is customized to your bite. They are worn during the day and night but must be removed for eating. 

What are the advantages of invisible alignment?

• Corrected bite and straighter smile

• Improved comfort over traditional braces

• Natural tooth appearance

• More convenient oral hygiene maintenance

Veneers & crowns

If you have a damaged or decayed tooth, our dentists can help you choose the best solution. Crowns and bridges are custom-fitted tooth prosthetics that function and look like natural, healthy teeth. Veneers are a less invasive alternative, but may only be a solution for those with slight tooth damage or discoloration. These thin porcelain or resin shells come in customizable colors and are bonded to the surface of your teeth.

Veneers

If you’re looking to cosmetically correct or enhance the appearance of one or more teeth, we suggest veneers. They are very thin, porcelain or resin shells that you can customize in color and shape. They are non-invasive and are resistant to future stains.

Common uses for veneers:

• Chipped or broken teeth

• Misshapen or irregular teeth

• Teeth that do not respond to traditional whitening treatments

Crowns

A crown, otherwise known as a cap, is custom-fitted to your bite and is placed over your natural tooth or dental implant. We recommend this procedure for those who have an intact tooth without root rot. The tooth may be damaged or decayed on the surface.

Procedure:

1. We will reduce the problematic tooth for a proper crown fit

2. An impression will be taken of your bite for crown fabrication

3. The color of porcelain prosthetics can then be customized

4. We will fit you with a temporary crown until the lab makes your permanent one

5. You will come in again for permanent crown fitting

Whitening

Professional teeth whitening is faster, more effective, and longer lasting that treatments you find over the counter. As we age, our teeth darken over time. We can brighten your teeth by five to ten shades in a single session, but maintaining good oral hygiene and steering away from certain foods and beverages will help keep any future whitening services to a minimum. We may also prescribe some medication for you to use at home that helps the whitening process.

In-office Whitening

In our office, you can achieve whiter teeth in just about an hour! 

Procedure:

1. Thorough cleansing and polishing of teeth

2. Application of gum protectant

3. Application of whitening agent

4. Whitening agent is left on teeth for several minutes

5. Teeth and gums are rinsed

Sometimes you may experience sensitivity to temperature shortly after a whitening procedure. 

Post-procedure Care

For 2 days after your whitening procedure, it's best to stay away from colored foods and beverages to maximize the benefit of your treatment. 

Things to avoid:

• Tobacco products

• Coffee and tea

• Red wine

• Food coloring

• Any bright-colored drinks

Keeping highly chromic foods and beverages to a minimum will ensure longer lasting whitening. 

Implants

A dental implant mimics the form and function of a natural tooth, which consists of a root and a crown. The crown is the visible part of your tooth. It is used to chew food and is therefore the most susceptible to cavities. The crown is attached to the jawbone by way of the root. When decay has gone deep enough or when a periodontal disease has advanced enough to warrant an extraction, the entire tooth, root and all, is taken out. The dental implant is a titanium root that gets fitted into a socket that we create in your jaw. Once the root heals, we place an artificial crown on top. The new crown is customized to match your bite and the color of your teeth.

What are the benefits of getting teeth implants?

• They look and act like natural teeth

• They can last a lifetime with the right care

• You don’t need any adhesives

• They improve appearance, comfort, and speech

• It’s easier to eat

Night and Snore Guards

Excessive jaw clenching and bruxism can accelerate tooth and jaw deterioration. Meanwhile, snoring can impact the quality of your own sleep and that of those around you. To help our patients most comfortably avoid this, we customize snore and night guards to their bite. One type of night guard acts as a cushion between the top and bottom dental arches while the other creates more space between the front teeth to prevent the top and lower jaw from touching. Snore prevention mouth pieces look similar, but instead of acting as a cushion or spacer, they keep the lower jaw forward, thereby preventing pressure on the larynx.

What are the causes of teeth grinding?

• Stress or anxiety

• Obstructive sleep apnea

• Certain medications or recreational drugs

What are the causes of snoring?

• Sleeping on your back

• When the larynx is compressed by a relaxed jaw

• Large tonsils or a long soft palate

Cleaning and Prevention

Dentistry is founded on the principle of prevention. All patients are recommended biannual cleanings and examinations. Not only do they help you squash dental problems before they arise, they leave your gums healthier and your teeth cleaner and whiter. A professional cleaning removes hard plaque that cannot be removed by brushing and flossing alone. Even if you haven’t had a cleaning in over two years, it’s never too late to treat your teeth.

What are some preventative measures I can take?

• Brush with a fluoride toothpaste

• Use a soft-bristled power toothbrush (Sonicare Diamond Clean Smart) after each meal

• Floss your teeth and brush your tongue daily before bedtime

• Use an oral rinse after flossing

• Avoid sugary and acidic foods, coffee, and tobacco

Fillings

Used to prevent the spread of tooth decay or correct any cosmetic damage, a filling is just one of the ways our dentists preserve your health. Before placement, any rot must be drilled out. We offer local anesthesia along with sedation to ensure maximum comfort for our patients. In our practice we use non-metal materials made of composite resin or porcelain, the color of which can be customized to match your natural teeth.

Composite Resin

Since the color of a composite resin filling can be customized, it is the most aesthetically pleasing option. Composite resin is ideal for repairing chipped or cracked teeth, filling in a tooth gap, correcting dental discoloration, protecting any exposed tooth root from gum recession, or changing the shape of teeth. Patients may also choose composite resin for cavity fillings as they are bonded to the teeth in layers and therefore require less drilling away of the natural tooth.

ROOT CANAL TREATMENT

For a tooth that is infected from trauma or decay, root canal treatment can be the solution to saving your tooth. Performed under a microscope with a specialist ensures that we can give you the best prognosis possible.