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Bonding is a way to enhance the aesthetics of your smile. It's used to fix cracks, gaps, or stains on your teeth. They put a special material on your tooth, shape it, then use a light to make it hard. After that, they polish it to give you a nice smile.  

Bonding is better than old silver fillings and can last more than 10 years. It's a safe and affordable way to improve your teeth.

Bone grafting is like adding more support to your jawbone for a dental implant or other fixes. It's a usual thing for dental procedures. They take a bit of bone from you, often from your mouth, and use it to build up the jaw. Sometimes, they use bone from a person who donated it (like from a bone bank), which is safe. It's a common and safe way to make sure your jaw can handle dental work. 

Clear Correct is a system of straightening teeth without the use of conventional braces. A series of clear plastic aligners are utilized to create tooth movement. A computer program makes a bunch of aligners with small changes. It's great for mild to moderate spacing or crowding issues. These aligners are almost invisible, easy to use, and comfy to wear.

Sometimes, when there's decay below the gumline, dentists might need to remove a bit of bone and gum tissue before putting a new crown on your tooth.  

They do this for two reasons:  

• To fix broken or really decayed teeth by adjusting the gum and bone level to expose more of the tooth so it can be restored.  
• To make your smile look better if you have too much gum covering your teeth where excess gum and bone tissue is reshaped to expose more of the natural tooth 

It's a little adjustment to show more of your tooth and make it look and work better.  

If your teeth are getting weaker or have issues like decay, cracks, or discoloration, crowns can help fix them and bring back your smile. If your dentist sees a problem, like decay or a weakened/cracked tooth, a crown might be needed, especially if a filling or bonding won't be enough. 

Crowns can be made from different materials, but porcelain is best for a natural look. The process takes 2-3 dentist visits. They reshape your tooth, take a mold, and give you a temporary crown. The permanent crown is made in a lab and put in during another visit. 

It takes 2-3 weeks to get the permanent crown. Your dentist puts it in using a cement. Crowns last about 10-15 years, and you take care of them like your other teeth with regular brushing and flossing.

Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth for good. Unlike bridges, they don't mess with your other teeth. 

Here's how it works: 

• A screw is placed in your jawbone. 
• Allow 3-6 months for it to heal. 
• During healing, you get temporary crowns so you can eat and talk normally. 
• Once healed, they put a base (abutment) on the screw. 
• Take an impression of the new tooth. 
• Make the permanent tooth in a lab. 
• Attach the new tooth. Your smile looks normal, and the implant feels just like your other teeth after a bit. 

Dentures are like removable fake teeth for people with missing teeth. There are full and partial dentures. 

Two types of full dentures: 

• Conventional Full Dentures: Teeth are removed, gums heal, and dentures are placed. It takes a few months, so you're without teeth during healing. 
• Immediate Full Dentures: Measurements and dentures are made before teeth are removed. Dentures go in right after teeth are out, but you'll need adjustments later as your jaw heals. 

Partial dentures are like a removable bridge for some missing teeth. 

Care for them like real teeth—brush, soak in water or cleaning solution, and don't use hot water. If they feel off, let your dentist fix them, and be gentle to avoid dropping or messing them up. 

Removing wisdom teeth is common when they cause problems by not coming in properly. They might be painful, come in unevenly, or only partly emerge. If a flap of skin forms over a partly emerged tooth, it can trap food and lead to an infection called pericoronitis, causing swelling and pain. 

For impacted or problematic wisdom teeth, extractions might be needed. This can be for one tooth or all four at once. The dentist can numb the area with local anesthesia or use general anesthesia to sedate you during the procedure. 

The procedure involves cutting the gum to reveal the tooth, loosening and lifting it out. Sometimes, if the tooth is tightly impacted, it's broken into pieces before removal. Sutures may be used to close the area. 

Afterward, you'll need to rest and have someone drive you home if you had general anesthesia. Expect some bleeding, and change the gauze as needed. If bleeding lasts more than 24 hours, call your dentist. Rest, keep your head elevated, and take prescribed pain medication. Use an ice pack for pain and follow any cleaning instructions. 

Stick to soft foods like gelatin, pudding, yogurt, mashed potatoes, ice cream, and thin soups for a few days. Avoid straws and smoking as they can affect the healing process. If you have prolonged pain, bleeding, irritation, or feel the site isn't healing right, contact your dentist for a follow-up. 

While at our office, we make sure that you receive the highest level of service and ensure that our dental work is of the highest quality. Maintaining good oral health also involves a solid routine at home. We can help you set up a plan to keep your teeth healthy and white.  

Your gums are important too, not just your teeth. We can do cleanings and treatments for your gums or recommend a specialist if needed. Let us know if you have any questions. 

Oral cancer screenings are crucial during dental visits. Modern technology helps us catch potential issues early. We use tools like ultraviolet light to detect problems not visible to the naked eye. 

Your lifestyle choices, like smoking or heavy drinking, can affect your oral health. Regular screenings are important if you engage in these habits. 

For plaque and tartar below the gum line, we do root planing. Special instruments clean and smooth the area to prevent irritation and bacterial issues. If you notice bleeding during brushing, it's important to have your dentist check this area. 

Inlays and onlays are like partial crowns that strengthen and protect your teeth. If the tooth cusps are fine, it's called an inlay. When there's more damage, it's called an onlay. 

Here's how it works: 

• Remove the decay. 
• Take a mold of your tooth. 
• Dental lab makes a restoration from porcelain, gold, or resin, taking 2-3 weeks. 
• Temporary inlay/onlay is placed. 
• On your next visit, the permanent one is cemented in. Your tooth looks natural, and no one can tell the difference. 

Are you seeking a more beautiful looking smile, but not looking for the hassle of traditional braces? Invisalign® might be the perfect solution for you! Many adult patients think that correcting misalignment is reserved for kids and teenagers, but thanks to Invisalign®, no one even has to know you're wearing braces. The “aligners” are composed of plastic trays which completely remove the need for any metal fixtures. These trays are virtually invisible and can be removed at any time. This makes activities like eating, brushing and flossing much easier than traditional orthodontic braces. Invisalign® also requires fewer visits to the dentist or orthodontist than traditional braces.

It is important to follow instructions after you have oral surgery to ensure proper healing and to avoid complications. As a rule of thumb, you should always wait two hours after surgery before eating to let the anesthesia wear off. Trying to eat before this could result in soft tissue damage because you are not able to feel all of your mouth. The instructions found below are guidelines. After your surgery the doctor or dental assistant will give you full instructions on how to properly recover from surgery.

Root Canal Therapy

You can expect soreness after a root canal procedure for a few days. You should avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the procedure was performed so you do not irritate the area and also to ensure that the temporary restorative material properly sets. You will also need to take an antibiotic to treat any remaining infection in your tooth. If you notice an increasing amount of pain or tenderness, a reaction to the medication, or the loss of the temporary restoration (filling) call your dentist immediately.

Crowns and Bridges

Before you receive your permanent crown/bridge you will first receive a temporary restoration. This is not as sturdy as the permanent version, so you should be careful when cleaning and eating. You should brush the area gently and should not pull up on the tooth when flossing because it could become dislodged. The same goes for eating. You should avoid sticky or chewy foods while you have the temporary in.

There may be some sensitivity and irritation after the temporary or permanent is placed. This is normal and will subside after the soft tissue heals. A warm salt water rinse will help, and you can also take Advil or Tylenol if the pain does not go away.

When the permanent crown or bridge is placed it may feel a little awkward for a few days. Your mouth needs to adjust to the new tooth, and it should feel like one of your natural tooth in less than a week. If your bite feels abnormal in any way, you should let your dentist know. Caring for your bridge or crown is just like caring for your own teeth. You should brush and floss regularly.

White Fillings (Bonding)

After the anesthesia wears off your teeth will likely be sensitive. You should avoid hot and cold food or drink for the next few days. After that initial period, your treated teeth will feel as good as new. Continue your normal hygiene plan to ensure that your fillings last for a long time.

Scaling and Root Planing

After this procedure your gums will probably be slightly sore and irritated for a few days. You should rinse your mouth with warm salt water (1 tsp salt/8 oz water) 2-3 times a day. This will relieve the pain and cleanse the area. Brushing and flossing should be continued right after the procedure, but you should brush gently so that you do not further irritate the area. If you experience any swelling or stiffness in the area you can place a cold compress on the area and take some pain relieving medicine. Avoid any hard or chewy foods for 2-3 days after the surgery to ensure the area heals correctly. If you continue to experience pain or swelling after a few days contact your dentist.

Veneers

Before you receive your permanent veneer you will first receive a temporary restoration. This is not as sturdy as the permanent version, so you should be careful when cleaning and eating. You should brush the area gently and should not pull up on the tooth when flossing because it could become dislodged. The same goes for eating. You should avoid sticky or chewy foods while you have the temporary in.

There may be some sensitivity and irritation after the temporary or permanent is placed. This is normal and will subside after the soft tissue heals. A warm salt water rinse will help, and you can also take Advil or Tylenol if the pain does not go away.

When the veneer is placed it may feel a little awkward for a few days. Your mouth needs to adjust to the new tooth, and it should feel like one of your natural tooth in less than a week. If your bite feels abnormal in any way, you should let your dentist know. When brushing and flossing you should pay close attention to the area between the veneer and the tooth at the gum line.

Extractions

After the surgery you will need to rest. You need to be driven home by a friend or family member because of the anesthesia. You can expect for the extraction site to bleed for a little while after the surgery. Gauze will be applied at the completion of the surgery, and you will need to change it when it becomes soaked. If bleeding continues for longer than 24 hours you should call your dentist. Rest when you return home, but do not lie flat. This could prolong the bleeding. Prop your head up on a pillow when lying down. Your dentist will prescribe you pain medication, so if you become sore take as directed. You can also use an ice pack for the pain. Your dentist might also provide you with a cleaning solution to clean the extraction site.

You will be limited to soft foods for a few days after your surgery. Some recommended foods are:

• Gelatin
• Pudding
• Yogurt
• Mashed Potatoes
• Ice Cream
• Thin Soups
• ...and other food you can eat without chewing.

When drinking, make sure you do not use a straw. The sucking motion can loosen your sutures and slow the clotting process. The same goes for smoking. If you have prolonged pain, bleeding, irritation, or don't feel that the extraction site is healing properly call your dentist for a follow up.

Endodontics is a dental specialty dealing with tooth nerves. Root canals, a common procedure in this field, are done when a tooth's nerves get infected. If not treated, it can lead to a serious abscess and jaw bone loss. 

Here's how it works: 

• Numb the area around the tooth. 
• The dentist drills to reach the infected nerves. 
• Remove infected tissue and clean the canal. 
• Fill the space with a sealant called gutta percha. 
• Dentist's recommended to put a crown on the tooth for better appearance and success. 

With local anesthetics and pain medication, most people feel little to no pain during the procedure. Some soreness afterward is normal, but painkillers usually help. The procedure eliminates pain from the infection, letting you enjoy your favorite foods without discomfort. If you're in pain, see your dentist. 

Want whiter teeth? It's tough with coffee, wine, and food stains. Teeth whitening helps bring back your natural color or make them even whiter. 

Here's how it works: 

• We make an impression of your teeth. 
• Custom trays are crafted for you. 
• Put whitening gel in the trays for a few days. 
• Enjoy a whiter smile by 4-8 shades! 

Veneers are an excellent way to redesign and reshape your entire mouth. Veneers are like thin covers for your teeth, fixing issues like stains, cracks, gaps, and more. The process takes about two to three visits. 

Here's how it works: 

• First visit: We discuss how you want your teeth to look with veneers. 
• We prepare your teeth and take an impression. 
• The lab makes the veneers in 10-14 days. 
• You get temporary veneers while waiting. 
• When ready, we bond the new veneers to your teeth, making them feel natural. 

Lumineers are similar to veneers but don't need shots or removal of sensitive tooth structure.