Services	Description
Tooth Colored Fillings Fillings are dental restorations that fill in or cover over just a portion of a tooth.	Composite resinsAmalgam fillings and gold fillings are becoming obsolete as more patients choose to go with composite resin tooth-colored fillings. Composite resin fillings can be made to match the color of a patient’s natural tooth. Composite resin fillings have rendered the silver fillings that were once telling signs of cavities unnecessary. bonded to the tooth.
CEREC (CAD-CAM) Crowns Crowns are a type of dental restoration that fully cover the portion of a tooth that lies at and above the gum line. and Inlays An inlay is similar to a filling and lies inside the cusp tips of the tooth. They are custom-made to fit the prepared cavity and are then cemented into place.	Made while you wait! No need for a two week temporary and an extra appointment. These crowns and inlays are milled out of a solid block of very stong porcelain, then bonded to your tooth. Visit www.cereconline.com for more information.
Traditional Crowns and Bridges A dental bridge is an appliance used to replace one or more missing teeth. These appliances are cemented into place and cannot be removed by the patient.	These are made with various materials – gold, porcelain bonded to gold and all porcelain, depending on the patients' requirements and desires. These are all sent to a Dental Laboratory to be made. Usually a 2 week wait.
Porcelain Veneers Dental Veneers are wafer-thin shells (typically made of porcelain) that are bonded onto the front of teeth to create a cosmetic improvement for teeth that are discolored, worn, chipped, or misaligned.	Thin veneers of porcelain to cover the front teeth for aesthetics. Aesthetics (es-thet'iks) An artistically beautiful or pleasing appearance.
Porcelain Lumineers	Very thin veneers usually done on the upper 8 front teeth, requiring no anesthetic most of the time. Learn more about Porcelain Lumineers.
Fun Root Canals	Occasionally a tooth dies and gives great pain. We can take the pain away fast and then make the root canal treatment as fast, enjoyable, and painless as possible. What is "having a root canal"?
Dentures A partial or complete set of artificial teeth for the upper or lower jaw, or both. and Removeable Partial Dentures	These are made to replace missing teeth.
Laser	Our SiroLaser is used for precise gum surgery and cosmetic recontouring. It is also used instead of retraction cord, periodontal pocket treatment, and cold sore and herpes sore treatments. And there is virtually no postoperative wound pain. It's incredible! Visit www.sirona.com for more information on SiroLaser.
Preventive Care	Our experienced hygientists A Dental Hygienist is a person who is trained and licensed to clean teeth, take dental x-rays, and provide related dental services and care, usually under the supervision of a dentist. see patients every six months for cleaning, gum exam, and advice. Afterwards, the doctor will examine the teeth for decay or other problems and screen the soft tissue for oral cancer. We check all the kids with our high tech laser equipment for occlusalThe fitting together of the teeth of the lower jaw with the corresponding teeth of the upper jaw when the jaws are closed. decay and provide sealants to protect the biting surfaces of the back teeth. We spend time with each patient reviewing their oral hygiene The practice of keeping your mouth cavity in healthy condition, by regularly brushing and flossing your teeth combined with periodic examinations by your denti st. and diet habits. Nothing in-between meals except water, fresh fruit, or fresh veggies. Especially kids!
Whitening	Four methods are available: Over the counter whitening - obtainable at the drug store. Disposable Trays - similar to above, but with a more powerful prescription strength. Only available from your dentist. Our favorite: Custom Tray - a tray is created to fit your teeth and you use this at home with 20% whitening gel. You can keep this tray for years. Power whitening in the office - for those who want a quickie. But you still need the custom tray to maintain the whiteness.
Extractions	We can remove all teeth except for severely impacted wisdom teeth.

Q: How many times per day should I floss?
A: Flossing between your teeth once per day is enough to help prevent cavities from forming where your toothbrush can not reach while helping to prevent gum disease.
Q: What should I look for when choosing a toothbrush?
A: When choosing a toothbrush, it is more important to focus on the size of the head and the type of bristles than it is to focus on brand names. Hard and medium bristles can lead to gum recession and irritation. Therefore, soft bristles are recommended. A small head allows you to brush each individual tooth more thoroughly. As long as you are are getting regular checkups and brushing daily after meals, there is no need to use a lot of force to scrub your teeth clean. Q:What is the best toothpaste to use?
A: Fluoride decreases tooth decay. The best toothpaste is one that contains fluoride and tastes good to you.
Q:Is it true that "white" fillings are better than "silver" fillings?
A:In 1993 the U.S. Public Health Service issued a report that stated that there is no health reason not to use "silver" fillings. However, patients and dentists alike usually prefer "white" fillings. "White" fillings tend to be less sensitive to temperature changes than "silver" fillings. "White" fillings also bond to the tooth structure strengthening a tooth weakened by decay. However, it is not possible to use "white" fillings in all situations.
Q: Can you explain the difference between "crowns" and "caps"?
A: When teeth are severely damaged, dentists cover most or all of the salvageable tooth structure with a restoration material made of porcelain, gold, stainless steel or composite. All such restorations are called "crowns" by dentists. However, it is common for patients to refer to only the gold or stainless steel restorations as "crowns" and to call the tooth-colored restorations "caps".
Q: Can you explain how a "bridge" differs from a "partial denture"?
A: Both are means of replacing missing teeth. Partial dentures are designed to be removable, while bridges are permanently affixed to a patient's existing teeth.
Q: Is a root canal necessary in order have a tooth crowned?
A: No. While it is true that most of the time when a tooth needs a root canal, it also needs a crown in order to strengthen it and return functionality, the reverse is not true. If you need a crown, you do not necessarily need a root canal.