Cleanings And Exams
Having a healthy mouth and beautiful smile begins with regular teeth cleanings and check ups. Our wonderful dental hygienists are experienced, caring and thorough. During your routine visit, we examine your teeth and gums, perform a soft tissue exam and use the newest digital technology for taking x-rays and full mouth scans. All of this allows us to monitor and maintain your optimal dental health.
1. How often should I schedule a dental cleaning and exam?
We recommend visiting our office at least every six months for a routine cleaning and exam. Regular visits allow our dental hygienists to remove plaque and tartar buildup, monitor your oral health, and catch potential issues—like cavities or gum disease—before they become serious.
2. What happens during a dental cleaning and exam?
During your visit, our experienced hygienists will thoroughly clean your teeth, remove plaque and tartar, and polish your smile. We also perform a complete oral exam, including a soft tissue evaluation, and use advanced digital x-rays and full mouth digital scanner to ensure your teeth and gums stay healthy.
3. Why are regular dental cleanings important?
Routine cleanings and exams help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other oral health issues. They also allow our team to track changes in your mouth over time and provide early treatment when needed—helping you maintain a healthy, beautiful smile for years to come.
Teeth Whitening
Two methods we offer to brighten your teeth are in-office and at-home teeth whitening. Philips Zoom light-accelerated in-office whitening is a rapid, effective, and safe way to whiten your teeth by multiple shades in a single appointment. Take-home whitening systems are comprised of customized whitening trays that are molded to fit your mouth perfectly and allow the whitening solution to fill in the area around and between each tooth completely. This use of the teeth whitening system can result in a more natural progression of the whitening process.
1. What are the different types of teeth whitening treatments you offer?
We offer two professional teeth whitening options: in-office whitening using Philips Zoom light-accelerated technology and custom take-home whitening trays. Our in-office treatment delivers instantaneous results in just one visit, while our take-home trays allow you to whiten gradually and conveniently at your own pace.
2. How does Philips Zoom in-office teeth whitening work?
Philips Zoom uses a special light-activated whitening gel to safely and effectively remove stains from your teeth. During the appointment, our dental team applies the gel and activates it with the Zoom light, brightening your smile by multiple shades in a single session—often in about an hour.
3. What are the benefits of take-home whitening trays?
Our custom-made whitening trays are designed to fit your mouth, ensuring even coverage of the whitening solution around every tooth. This at-home method provides a more natural, gradual whitening process and lets you refresh your smile whenever it’s convenient for you.
Tooth bonding offers a fast and minimally invasive solution for improving your smile. It’s ideal for repairing small imperfections, reshaping teeth, and even restoring a broken front tooth—all typically completed in a single visit.
Fillings
Composite fillings act as a dentistry solution for problems such as tooth decay or cracks. A composite filling is a tooth-colored plastic and glass mixture used to restore decayed teeth. This procedure is also utilized for cosmetic improvements of the smile by fixing any discoloration or reshaping any disfigured teeth.
1. What are composite fillings and how do they work?
Composite fillings are tooth-colored restorations made from a durable mixture of plastic and glass. They’re used to repair teeth affected by decay, cracks, or chips while blending naturally with your surrounding teeth for a seamless look.
2. What are the benefits of composite fillings compared to metal fillings?
Composite fillings are not only strong and long-lasting, but they also match the natural color of your teeth, making them an excellent cosmetic choice. Unlike metal fillings, composite material bonds directly to the tooth structure, preserving more of your natural tooth and providing a more natural appearance.
3. Can composite fillings be used for cosmetic improvements?
Yes! In addition to repairing decay or damage, composite fillings can enhance your smile by correcting discoloration, reshaping uneven teeth, or closing small gaps. They’re a versatile solution for both restorative and cosmetic dental needs.
Invisalign
Clear aligners are the invisible way to straighten teeth, using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners. Whether your teeth are crowded, too far apart or have shifted, Invisalign may be right for you. It is an excellent choice for treating crooked teeth mainly because of its flexible plastic composition that provides unparalleled comfort, and its removable feature that makes it very convenient for the patient to clean.
1. What is Invisalign and how does it work?
Invisalign uses a series of clear, custom-made aligners to gently and gradually move your teeth into proper alignment. These nearly invisible trays are worn over your teeth and replaced every few weeks as your smile straightens—no brackets or wires needed.
2. What are the benefits of Invisalign compared to traditional braces?
Invisalign aligners are made of smooth, flexible plastic that offers superior comfort and a nearly invisible appearance. They’re also removable, making it easy to eat, brush, and floss without the restrictions of metal braces—perfect for maintaining oral hygiene throughout treatment.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain veneers are a thin layer of material that is placed strategically over the surface of the tooth in order to restore its aesthetic features. When teeth are cracked, chipped, severely discolored, worn, or positioned incorrectly, the use of porcelain veneers can bring teeth in perfect proportion with the rest of the patient’s oral structures.
1. What are porcelain veneers and how do they improve my smile?
Porcelain veneers are thin, custom-made shells that cover the front surface of your teeth to enhance their appearance. They’re designed to correct imperfections such as cracks, chips, discoloration, or uneven spacing—creating a beautifully balanced, natural-looking smile.
2. What dental issues can porcelain veneers fix?
Veneers can effectively address a variety of cosmetic concerns, including worn or misshapen teeth, severe discoloration, minor misalignment, and gaps between teeth. By restoring the shape, color, and proportion of your teeth, porcelain veneers can dramatically improve your overall smile aesthetics.
3. How long do porcelain veneers last?
With proper care and regular dental checkups, porcelain veneers can last 10–15 years or even longer. They’re made from high-quality, durable ceramic materials that resist staining and maintain their natural shine for many years.
Porcelain Crowns
Porcelain crowns (or caps) are dental restorations that are placed over a tooth when conservative restorations are insufficient to restore form and function. A full coverage crown is the most protective restoration for a tooth and provides strength and superior esthetics.
1. What is a porcelain crown and when is it needed?
A porcelain crown, also known as a cap, is a custom-made restoration that completely covers a damaged or weakened tooth. It’s typically recommended when fillings or other conservative treatments aren’t enough to restore the tooth’s strength, shape, or appearance.
2. What are the benefits of porcelain crowns?
Porcelain crowns offer both strength and beauty. They provide full coverage and protection for the tooth while mimicking the natural color and translucency of real enamel. This makes them an excellent choice for restoring function while maintaining a natural, attractive smile.
3. How long do porcelain crowns last?
With proper care, porcelain crowns can last 10–15 years or more. Regular dental checkups, good oral hygiene, and avoiding habits like grinding or chewing hard objects help extend the lifespan of your crown and keep your smile healthy.
Bridges
Dental bridges serve to replace a missing tooth or teeth. One type of bridge consists of crowns placed on either side of the missing tooth, to connect the replacement tooth or teeth to them. Bridges can also be supported by dental implants.
1. What is a dental bridge and how does it work?
A dental bridge is a restorative solution used to replace one or more missing teeth. It typically consists of artificial teeth anchored by crowns placed on the natural teeth or dental implants on either side of the gap—restoring your smile, bite, and oral function.
2. What are the benefits of getting a dental bridge?
Dental bridges not only fill gaps left by missing teeth but also help maintain your facial structure, prevent neighboring teeth from shifting, and improve your ability to chew and speak comfortably. They provide a natural-looking, long-lasting solution for tooth replacement.
3. Can dental bridges be supported by implants?
Yes! Implant-supported bridges are an excellent option for patients missing multiple teeth. Instead of relying on natural teeth for support, the bridge is secured to dental implants, offering greater stability, strength, and longevity.
Bonding
Cosmetic tooth bonding can work wonders for your smile. Tooth bonding can correct a tooth gap, cover spots, chips, and discolorations, repair fractures, and even reshape teeth. It is also great for an instant repair of a broken front tooth. The tooth bonding procedure involves roughening the surface of the tooth, applying an adhesive, and placing the tooth colored resin into the desired shape. After the material has hardened, the dentist will then further trim, shape it and polish it to make it match the rest of your mouth’s structure.
1. What is cosmetic tooth bonding?
Cosmetic tooth bonding is a quick and effective dental procedure that uses a tooth-colored resin to repair and enhance the appearance of your teeth. It can fix issues such as gaps, chips, discoloration, and minor fractures—helping you achieve a more even, natural-looking smile.
2. How does the tooth bonding procedure work?
During the bonding process, the dentist gently roughens the tooth’s surface, applies a special adhesive, and molds a tooth-colored resin into the desired shape. Once the material hardens, it’s carefully trimmed, shaped, and polished to blend perfectly with your natural teeth.
3. What are the benefits of tooth bonding?
Tooth bonding offers a fast and minimally invasive solution for improving your smile. It’s ideal for repairing small imperfections, reshaping teeth, and even restoring a broken front tooth—all typically completed in a single visit.
Dental Implant Crowns
Through dental implants, many people have been able to replace one or more missing teeth, and are another alternative to conventional bridges and dentures. In essence, dental implants act and look like natural teeth. A dental implant is an artificial tooth that is placed or implanted into your jaw. The dental implant is then capped using a dental crown. It will be hard for anyone to spot the difference.
1. What is a dental implant crown?
A dental implant crown is a custom-made restoration placed on top of a dental implant to replace a missing tooth. The implant itself acts as an artificial tooth root anchored in the jawbone, while the crown provides a natural-looking and fully functional replacement tooth.
2. How do dental implants compare to bridges or dentures?
Dental implants are a permanent and natural-looking alternative to traditional bridges and dentures. Unlike these options, implants are anchored directly into the jawbone, providing superior stability, preventing bone loss, and allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with complete confidence.
3. Will my dental implant crown look and feel natural?
Yes! Dental implant crowns are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth in color, shape, and size. Once placed, they look, feel, and function just like real teeth—most people won’t be able to tell the difference.
Dentures
Dentures are removable appliances that replace some or all of your missing teeth and help restore your smile. They are made to closely resemble your natural teeth to beautify your appearance and enhance your ability to chew. For many people there are options of fixed non-removable dentures that are anchored to the mouth using dental implants.
1. What are dentures and how do they work?
Dentures are removable dental appliances designed to replace some or all missing teeth. They restore your smile, improve chewing ability, and are custom-made to look like your natural teeth for a comfortable and natural appearance.
2. What are the different types of dentures?
Dentures can be either full (replacing all teeth) or partial (replacing some teeth). Additionally, there are fixed implant-supported dentures, which are anchored to dental implants for added stability and a more permanent solution.
3. What are the benefits of wearing dentures?
Dentures help restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile confidently. They also support facial structures, preventing a sunken appearance that can occur with missing teeth, and can be customized to enhance the natural aesthetics of your smile.
Bioclear Treatment
Bioclear is a cosmetic, minimally invasive form of restoration that uses an innovative technique to effectively close black triangles, treat cavities and aesthetic concerns, while preserving healthy tooth structure and delivering natural-looking results.
1. What is Bioclear treatment?
Bioclear is a cosmetic, minimally invasive dental restoration that uses modern techniques to improve the appearance and function of your teeth. It addresses gaps, black triangles, and other aesthetic concerns while preserving your natural tooth structure.
2. What dental issues can Bioclear treat?
Bioclear is ideal for closing black triangles between teeth and correcting cosmetic imperfections such as chips or uneven spacing. It delivers smooth, natural-looking results without the need for extensive drilling or traditional restorations.
Icon Resin Infiltration
Icon resin infiltration is a minimally invasive cosmetic dental treatment designed to reduce white spot lesions (de-calcified areas of discoloration where a section of the tooth appears milky and whiter than the rest of the tooth). Icon is applied to the surface of the tooth with demineralized enamel. Icon will infiltrate the enamel, filling in lesions with a tooth-colored resin. In most cases, one visit is enough to improve discoloration significantly without anesthesia or drilling.
1. What is Icon resin infiltration?
Icon resin infiltration is a minimally invasive cosmetic dental treatment designed to reduce white spot lesions on teeth. It involves applying a tooth-colored resin to demineralized areas, helping restore a more uniform, natural appearance without drilling or anesthesia.
2. What dental issues can Icon resin treat?
Icon is primarily used to treat white spot lesions caused by demineralization of the enamel. These milky or whiter areas on the tooth surface can result from early decay, orthodontic treatment, or enamel defects. Icon fills and conceals these lesions for a smoother, more consistent tooth color.
3. What are the benefits of Icon resin infiltration?
Icon offers a quick, painless solution that usually requires only a single visit. It preserves healthy tooth structure, avoids drilling or anesthesia, and improves the cosmetic appearance of teeth, making it an effective alternative to more invasive procedures for minor discoloration.