Prevention is definitely the best cure! Our office takes a lot of pride in educating her patients about the good eating habits, proper hygiene and regular dentist visits. We will make every effort to make your life easier by not needing extensive treatment in the first place. We offer preventive fluoride treatment, sealants, comfortable prophylactic cleanings and extended hours to make sure you visit us regularly.

Cleanings and periodic exams are recommended every six months to prevent accumulation of tartar in hard to clean spots and to to diagnose problems as early as possible to prevent the need for extensive treatment

Topical application of fluoride is achieved by painting teeth surfaces with a concentrated varnish. The concentrated varnish is allowed to coat the teeth for about 30 mins. Drinking or eating should be avoided during the 30 mins after application. The fluoride helps re-mineralize small decays and helps formation of stronger crystals in enamel.

Sealants are meant to help seal the grooves between molar cusps. These grooves tend to trap food and are common sites of decay. Placing a sealant involves lightly etching the surface with mild acid and then applying the sealant thereafter which binds to the etched tooth surface.

Root canals have gotten a bad reputation, but we dentists don’t know why! These are the types of treatments that actually make you feel better! Root canal therapy can save a tooth that has become severely infected or decayed. When diagnosis indicates the need for a root canal treatment, our first priority is our patients’ peace of mind. Offering an extensive menu of pain-management options, our first order of business is to ensure that our patients are at-ease about the procedure.

All teeth have between one and four root canals.Many tooth problems involve infections that spread to the pulp, which is the inner chamber of the tooth containing blood vessels, nerves and other tissues. When the infection becomes worse, it can begin affecting the roots. A traumatic injury to a tooth can also compromise the pulp, leading to similar problems.

A diseased inner tooth brings a host of problems including pain and sensitivity as the first indications of a problem.  However, inside a spreading infection can cause small pockets of pus to develop, which can lead to an abscess.

Root canal therapy is a remarkable treatment with a very high rate of success, and involves removing the diseased tissue, halting the spread of infection and restoring the healthy portion of the tooth. In fact, root canal therapy is designed to save a problem tooth; before the procedure was developed and gained acceptance, the only alternative for treating a diseased tooth was extraction.

Sometimes the extent of a dental cavity or fracture is such that a tooth cannot be saved. Oftentimes, the offending tooth may also be causing significant pain and discomfort. At our office, we are able to remove teeth of all shapes and sizes – but only if absolutely necessary.

Don’t settle for a smile that doesn’t make you feel amazing! Porcelain Veneers can change the color, shape and length of your teeth and completely transform your smile!

Dental veneers are wafer-thin shells of tooth-like material that are custom made to fit your smile. They are designed to fit snugly over the front surface of your teeth and to improve their appearance. Having veneers will help change the look, alignment, color, and shape of your teeth.

Porcelain is the material of choice for veneers because it is stain-resistant, keeping them whiter longer. They also look and feel more like natural teeth. During your visit we will help determine the best application of your veneers and then custom fit you a set to bring out the best in your smile. Your dental health is part of your overall health, and having a beautiful set of teeth is just a part of living a healthy life.

Contact us to find out more about how our dental veneers can help improve the appearance of your teeth.

If you grind your teeth at night, a special dental appliance which is worn during sleep can prevent tooth damage. Also, custom mouth guards can be made to protect your teeth during sports.

Orthodontic treatment can be challenging at any stage of life – particularly for busy adults and teens. That’s why Invisalign is an effective option. Invisalign clear aligners are conveniently removable, made of flexible and transparent bio-engineered plastic material which makes them discreet, and they allow you to straighten your teeth with minimal disruptions to your daily work, school or social routine.

Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten your teeth without braces. Invisalign® uses a series of clear, removable aligners to straighten your teeth without metal wires or brackets. Invisalign® has been proven effective in clinical research and in orthodontic practices nationwide.

A dental emergency or urgent care situation can arise at any time. A dental emergency or urgent care situation can arise at any time. Emergencies can include toothaches, gum infections, broken teeth, broken dentures, oral trauma, or loose crowns. If neglected, they can lead to further damage or pain. At our office, we will see you the same day you call and provide treatment that will ensure you are comfortable.

We will also make recommendations to ensure that you avoid future emergency situations by following our regular maintenance and treatment recommendations.

A dental emergency or urgent care situation can arise at any time. A dental emergency or urgent care situation can arise at any time. Emergencies can include toothaches, gum infections, broken teeth, broken dentures, oral trauma, or loose crowns. If neglected, they can lead to further damage or pain. At our office, we will see you the same day you call and provide treatment that will ensure you are comfortable.

We will also make recommendations to ensure that you avoid future emergency situations by following our regular maintenance and treatment recommendations.

Complete and partial dentures can be the cheapest but not always the best way to replace missing teeth. The complete denture base is made out of acrylic which holds the porcelain/plastic teeth. The partial denture base can be a cast metal framework with acrylic or a flexible base. The cast metal partial is sturdier since it can be designed to properly distribute chewing forces between soft tissues and teeth. The flexible partial can be a good option occasionally including when aesthetics are important.

The partial and complete dentures can be a great option in the interim when the patient is waiting to receive definitive treatment. e.g. when patient is waiting for surgically placed implant to heal.

When dentures are meant to be used long term (more than 1 year) after extracting teeth a healing period of around 6 weeks is recommended for the extraction sites to heal. The jaw bone shrinks rapidly within first 6 weeks after teeth extraction. The impressions for dentures are made after satisfactory healing. Not everyone can go around without teeth for 8-10 weeks! So immediate dentures can be placed the day of extractions, but a base reline OR fabrication of new denture would be recommended not more then 6 months after immediate denture was delivered.