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Periodontal Procedures

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Cleanings

Regular check ups include the cleaning (prophy), dental x-rays, and exam – usually every 6 months

Periodontal Maintenance

For those patients that have had bone loss and need a more in-depth cleaning – usually every 3-4 months

Scaling & Root Planing

The deep cleaning for patients that have had a lapse in dental care and may have bone loss and inflamed gums

Restorative Procedures

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Amalgam (Silver) Fillings

Used in the back regions of the mouth to replace tooth structure lost from decay

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Composite (White) Fillings

Used in the front or back of mouth to replace tooth structure lost from decay

Crown
Crowns

When a tooth has lost excessive structure that can not be replaced by a filling or for esthetic purposes – made of different materials – depending on desire

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Bridges

Three permanently-joined cement crowns to replace a missing tooth – can be different lengths when necessary

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Root Canal Therapy

The removal of a nerve when needed due to necrosis or excessive decay – most commonly the tooth will need a crown following a root canal to prevent fracture

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Orthodontics

Comprehensive braces can be started at any age – most commonly they are started in the adolescent/early teen years. Ortho can be for minor tooth movements – using only retainers, or to completely improve mal-alignment and jaw dysfunction

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Implants

Used to replace missing teeth or to better anchor a denture in position – simple procedure placing a titanium screw into the upper or lower jaw

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Bite-splint

Custom made bite guard to help alleviate jaw pain – will also serve as a hard surface to allow teeth to slide upon when patients have clenching/grinding abnormalities

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Tooth Whitening

Can be done with different procedures at home – including close fitting whitening strips – professional strength with greater adhesion than Crest White Strips – we also offer bleaching trays that can be worn at night

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Dentures

Acrylic plate to replace all the teeth on the upper or lower arch

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Partial Denture

Can be metal based with acrylic over top or can be made completely out of acrylic to replace teeth when there are still several per arch

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Extractions

Tooth removal is necessary when a tooth is non-restorable or when finances dictate to have a tooth removed instead of root canal therapy. We also perform wisdom teeth extractions in our office