Lumineers
Lumineers are similar to traditional veneers. They are made from porcelain and permanently cover teeth to conceal flaws. The difference is the fact that Lumineers require a little less tooth preparation because they are thinner than traditional veneers.
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General Dentistry Procedures
General Dentistry Procedures
Modern dentistry offers a wide range of services to make sure your teeth stay healthy, function well and look great. These procedures include:
Cleanings and Oral Exams to keep your teeth and gums healthy, and catch early signs of dental disease
Crowns and Bridgework to replace lost tooth structure and/or missing teeth
Dental Implants for replacement teeth that last forever
Teeth Extractions to remove unhealthy teeth that cannot be saved
Dental Fillings to restore decayed teeth
Oral Cancer Screenings to detect a dangerous disease that can be cured if caught early
Orthodontics to give you the straight teeth you've always wanted
Removable Dentures to help you smile again
Root Canal Treatment to rescue diseased teeth
Sealants to help prevent cavities
TMD Treatment for pain in the jaw area that can interfere with biting and chewing
Tooth Decay Prevention so you keep your natural teeth as long as possible
Modern dentistry offers a wide range of services to make sure your teeth stay healthy, function well and look great. These procedures include:
Cleanings and Oral Exams to keep your teeth and gums healthy, and catch early signs of dental disease
Crowns and Bridgework to replace lost tooth structure and/or missing teeth
Dental Implants for replacement teeth that last forever
Teeth Extractions to remove unhealthy teeth that cannot be saved
Dental Fillings to restore decayed teeth
Oral Cancer Screenings to detect a dangerous disease that can be cured if caught early
Orthodontics to give you the straight teeth you've always wanted
Removable Dentures to help you smile again
Root Canal Treatment to rescue diseased teeth
Sealants to help prevent cavities
TMD Treatment for pain in the jaw area that can interfere with biting and chewing
Tooth Decay Prevention so you keep your natural teeth as long as possible
Wisdom Teeth Surgical Process
Wisdom Teeth Surgical Process
The surgery is performed in an office-based setting, and patients are usually sedated (asleep) for the procedure.
Once asleep, the oral surgeon numbs the gums and jawbone around the wisdom teeth, and they are removed.
It is very common to have all wisdom teeth removed at one time.
This allows for one surgery, one sedation, and one recovery period.
After surgery, patients are given ice packs and prescriptions to aid in a rapid recovery.
Dr. Kirk routinely prescribes pain medication, antibiotics, medicated mouthwash, and a steroid pack for his patients.
Patients are asked to maintain a soft diet and rest at home for 2-3 days.
A return to routine activity can be expected in 4-5 days.
The surgery is performed in an office-based setting, and patients are usually sedated (asleep) for the procedure.
Once asleep, the oral surgeon numbs the gums and jawbone around the wisdom teeth, and they are removed.
It is very common to have all wisdom teeth removed at one time.
This allows for one surgery, one sedation, and one recovery period.
After surgery, patients are given ice packs and prescriptions to aid in a rapid recovery.
Dr. Kirk routinely prescribes pain medication, antibiotics, medicated mouthwash, and a steroid pack for his patients.
Patients are asked to maintain a soft diet and rest at home for 2-3 days.
A return to routine activity can be expected in 4-5 days.
Dental Sealants
Dental Sealants are thin plastic coatings that are applied to the grooves on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to protect them from tooth decay. Most tooth decay in children and teens occurs on these surfaces. Sealants protect the chewing surfaces from tooth decay by keeping germs and food particles out of these grooves.
Sealants are designed to actively protect teeth from plaque and decay in order to keep teeth perfectly healthy for years. Placing sealants is a very quick and pain free process.
It only takes a short time for the Sealant to create the protective shield around the tooth or teeth, and the sealant can last for as long as 10 years.
Sealants are designed to actively protect teeth from plaque and decay in order to keep teeth perfectly healthy for years. Placing sealants is a very quick and pain free process.
It only takes a short time for the Sealant to create the protective shield around the tooth or teeth, and the sealant can last for as long as 10 years.
Are You a Candidate for Dental Crown
Are You a Candidate for Dental Crown:
- is broken or fractured
- needs cosmetic enhancement
- is decayed
- contains a fractured filling
- has a large filling
- has had a root canal
Root Canal Procedure
Root Canal Procedure
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed and/or becomes infected. Root canal procedures are performed when the nerve of the tooth becomes infected or the pulp becomes damaged. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed.
A root canal can range anywhere from one to three visits. Your first visit will include being anesthetized (numbed) for the procedure. Then a hole is drilled into the top of your tooth to gain access to the canals in the tooth. Sonar technology is used to determine the length of the canals. Once the length has been verified, the nerve of the tooth is removed and infection is debrided. The canals will be irrigated thoroughly. If all the unhealthy tissue has been removed, we will permanently seal the canals with a rubber like material called Gutta Percha. A temporary filling material will be placed in the hole and you will be given a complete round of antibiotics. You will be brought back into our office approximately two weeks after the Root Canal and will ensure that the tooth is asymptomatic (no longer in any pain or discomfort).
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.
Once we know that you are no longer in any pain or discomfort with that tooth we will schedule you for a crown. Root Canal teeth become dry and brittle after the blood supply has been removed and the tooth is no longer vital. A crown must be placed in a reasonable time frame so not to risk the tooth breaking or fracturing.
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed and/or becomes infected. Root canal procedures are performed when the nerve of the tooth becomes infected or the pulp becomes damaged. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed.
A root canal can range anywhere from one to three visits. Your first visit will include being anesthetized (numbed) for the procedure. Then a hole is drilled into the top of your tooth to gain access to the canals in the tooth. Sonar technology is used to determine the length of the canals. Once the length has been verified, the nerve of the tooth is removed and infection is debrided. The canals will be irrigated thoroughly. If all the unhealthy tissue has been removed, we will permanently seal the canals with a rubber like material called Gutta Percha. A temporary filling material will be placed in the hole and you will be given a complete round of antibiotics. You will be brought back into our office approximately two weeks after the Root Canal and will ensure that the tooth is asymptomatic (no longer in any pain or discomfort).
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.
Once we know that you are no longer in any pain or discomfort with that tooth we will schedule you for a crown. Root Canal teeth become dry and brittle after the blood supply has been removed and the tooth is no longer vital. A crown must be placed in a reasonable time frame so not to risk the tooth breaking or fracturing.
Dentures for Missing Teeth
Dentures for Missing Teeth
Using dentures to replace missing teeth is not only great for your oral health; it's a great way to look and feel younger! Today, there are a variety of natural-looking and comfortable dentures for patients who need to replace missing teeth. Made of a gum-colored plastic resin or acrylic base and either resin or porcelain replacement teeth, dentures are custom designed to fit your mouth. If you have several teeth or all teeth missing on the upper or lower jaw, full dentures may be your best option. Partial dentures, which can be either fixed or removable, are great for patients who have several missing teeth scattered along the upper or lower jaw.
The process of getting dentures may take a few months and several dental visits. In some cases, same-day dentures are also possible. With same-day dentures, the dentures are created right in the dentist's office instead of at an offsite laboratory. Same-day dentures aren't for everyone, though. If your dentures require a lot of customization, same-day dentures may not be right for you.
Just as with your natural teeth, dentures require daily maintenance. With regular wear and tear, your dentures can last 5-7 years. During that time, you may need periodic denture relines to accommodate changes in the contours of your mouth. Regular denture relines involve resurfacing the base to ensure that your dentures fit and function perfectly. If you break your dentures, it's critical to bring them to your dentist for professional denture repair. Home denture repair kits can cause more damage and be even more costly to fix.
Using dentures to replace missing teeth is not only great for your oral health; it's a great way to look and feel younger! Today, there are a variety of natural-looking and comfortable dentures for patients who need to replace missing teeth. Made of a gum-colored plastic resin or acrylic base and either resin or porcelain replacement teeth, dentures are custom designed to fit your mouth. If you have several teeth or all teeth missing on the upper or lower jaw, full dentures may be your best option. Partial dentures, which can be either fixed or removable, are great for patients who have several missing teeth scattered along the upper or lower jaw.
The process of getting dentures may take a few months and several dental visits. In some cases, same-day dentures are also possible. With same-day dentures, the dentures are created right in the dentist's office instead of at an offsite laboratory. Same-day dentures aren't for everyone, though. If your dentures require a lot of customization, same-day dentures may not be right for you.
Just as with your natural teeth, dentures require daily maintenance. With regular wear and tear, your dentures can last 5-7 years. During that time, you may need periodic denture relines to accommodate changes in the contours of your mouth. Regular denture relines involve resurfacing the base to ensure that your dentures fit and function perfectly. If you break your dentures, it's critical to bring them to your dentist for professional denture repair. Home denture repair kits can cause more damage and be even more costly to fix.
Preventive Dentistry
Preventive Dentistry
Everyone – from children to adults – should receive routine cleanings and checkups twice a year. Professional cleanings are important for providing a deep and thorough cleaning of the mouth’s structures. Cleanings remove harmful substances such as tartar, that can’t be removed by flossing and brushing alone. Scheduling regular cleanings can help prevent gum disease.
Checkups are important, too. During examinations, our dentists will look for signs of tooth decay, bone deterioration, gum disease, and oral cancer. By keeping regular appointments, you increase the likelihood of potential problems being detected early on. Early detection of oral conditions often results in conservative treatment that is less time consuming and costly. We also offer preventive services such as fluoride treatments. Fluoride is a mineral that strengthens tooth enamel and can help ward off tooth decay.
Everyone – from children to adults – should receive routine cleanings and checkups twice a year. Professional cleanings are important for providing a deep and thorough cleaning of the mouth’s structures. Cleanings remove harmful substances such as tartar, that can’t be removed by flossing and brushing alone. Scheduling regular cleanings can help prevent gum disease.
Checkups are important, too. During examinations, our dentists will look for signs of tooth decay, bone deterioration, gum disease, and oral cancer. By keeping regular appointments, you increase the likelihood of potential problems being detected early on. Early detection of oral conditions often results in conservative treatment that is less time consuming and costly. We also offer preventive services such as fluoride treatments. Fluoride is a mineral that strengthens tooth enamel and can help ward off tooth decay.
Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain Veneers
If your teeth are mildly discolored, misshapen, unevenly spaced, or worn down, porcelain veneers may be the solution. Dentists can place the veneers to make your smile a consistent shade with perfect alignment. These thin, yet durable shells of porcelain will be bonded onto the front surfaces of your teeth, resulting in a new, gorgeous grin.
Veneers are pieces of porcelain that are used to cover a natural tooth. Veneers are used as a permanent covering that conceals visible flaws. These super-thin, tooth-shaped enhancements are bonded over the front of teeth to produce a uniform smile free of visible flaws. This may be done for a variety of reasons. Veneers can cover broken, unusually shaped, or discolored teeth, or even address spaces and gaps between teeth. These strictly cosmetic restorations are used to improve the appearance of a smile quickly, simply, and in an affordable way.
Veneers are beautiful, long lasting, stain-resistant, and affordable for most patients who want to alter their smiles cosmetically. They are a wonderful alternative to dental crowns, orthodontic treatments, and teeth whitening, and multiple veneers can be used to complete an overall smile makeover. Crafted from the highest quality porcelain, veneers are custom made just for you by trained dental technicians. Receiving veneers is an easy process that requires two visits to our practice.
The first visit consists of tooth preparation, a process where a tiny layer of tooth enamel is removed from teeth. This is done so that veneers blend in seamlessly with the shape of existing tooth structure and the natural curved shape of the mouth. Once this process is complete, our dentist will take molds. Molds are used to determine the specifications of each veneer. Once the veneers are ready, the patient will return to our office for the placement process.
If your teeth are mildly discolored, misshapen, unevenly spaced, or worn down, porcelain veneers may be the solution. Dentists can place the veneers to make your smile a consistent shade with perfect alignment. These thin, yet durable shells of porcelain will be bonded onto the front surfaces of your teeth, resulting in a new, gorgeous grin.
Veneers are pieces of porcelain that are used to cover a natural tooth. Veneers are used as a permanent covering that conceals visible flaws. These super-thin, tooth-shaped enhancements are bonded over the front of teeth to produce a uniform smile free of visible flaws. This may be done for a variety of reasons. Veneers can cover broken, unusually shaped, or discolored teeth, or even address spaces and gaps between teeth. These strictly cosmetic restorations are used to improve the appearance of a smile quickly, simply, and in an affordable way.
Veneers are beautiful, long lasting, stain-resistant, and affordable for most patients who want to alter their smiles cosmetically. They are a wonderful alternative to dental crowns, orthodontic treatments, and teeth whitening, and multiple veneers can be used to complete an overall smile makeover. Crafted from the highest quality porcelain, veneers are custom made just for you by trained dental technicians. Receiving veneers is an easy process that requires two visits to our practice.
The first visit consists of tooth preparation, a process where a tiny layer of tooth enamel is removed from teeth. This is done so that veneers blend in seamlessly with the shape of existing tooth structure and the natural curved shape of the mouth. Once this process is complete, our dentist will take molds. Molds are used to determine the specifications of each veneer. Once the veneers are ready, the patient will return to our office for the placement process.
Sinus Augmentation
Sinus Augmentation
Loss of posterior teeth may result in excessive forces being placed on your remaining teeth. Fortunately, the use of dental implants and crowns allow you to replace these missing teeth. However, the position of the sinus in the upper posterior areas may be too low for proper placement of dental implants.
A simple procedure allows the sinus floor to be repositioned, creating enough space to properly place an implant. Various grafting materials are used to encourage your bone to grow more quickly into the area, helping to stabilize the dental implant. Replace with your own bone in this area the grafting material as it grows into the area.
Under certain conditions, an even simpler procedure can be utilized. When possible, the bone remaining under the sinus floor is gently “pushed up”, thus lifting the floor of the “dropped” sinus. Bone replacement materials are then placed beneath this lifted bone. Once again the bone materials are replaced as your body grow new bone into this area.
Sinus augmentation procedures are highly predictable, with studies reporting over 95% success. Following sufficient healing of a sinus augmentation (6-10 months), implants are placed in a predictable and successful manner. It is important to realize that if the sinus augmentation procedure does not result in enough bone for implant placement, additional bone may be regenerated through a second sinus augmentation procedure at the time of implant placement.
Loss of posterior teeth may result in excessive forces being placed on your remaining teeth. Fortunately, the use of dental implants and crowns allow you to replace these missing teeth. However, the position of the sinus in the upper posterior areas may be too low for proper placement of dental implants.
A simple procedure allows the sinus floor to be repositioned, creating enough space to properly place an implant. Various grafting materials are used to encourage your bone to grow more quickly into the area, helping to stabilize the dental implant. Replace with your own bone in this area the grafting material as it grows into the area.
Under certain conditions, an even simpler procedure can be utilized. When possible, the bone remaining under the sinus floor is gently “pushed up”, thus lifting the floor of the “dropped” sinus. Bone replacement materials are then placed beneath this lifted bone. Once again the bone materials are replaced as your body grow new bone into this area.
Sinus augmentation procedures are highly predictable, with studies reporting over 95% success. Following sufficient healing of a sinus augmentation (6-10 months), implants are placed in a predictable and successful manner. It is important to realize that if the sinus augmentation procedure does not result in enough bone for implant placement, additional bone may be regenerated through a second sinus augmentation procedure at the time of implant placement.
Root Canal Therapy
Root Canal Therapy
When an infection has reached the nerve that runs through your tooth root, root canal therapy removes the diseased nerve, cleanses the canal, and fills it to stop the infection. Root canal therapy can extend the life of an unhealthy tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted. Root canal therapy can save teeth that might otherwise have been lost, keeping your smile in tip top shape.
Root canal therapy is an excellent solution when a tooth has become damaged, deeply decayed, or when the nerve inside of the tooth has become infected. When the nerve has become exposed or infected, the issue can only be resolved through a root canal procedure or a tooth extraction. During a root canal procedure, the tooth is numbed, the infected nerve tissue is removed, and the interior of the tooth is filled with a sterile restorative material. This procedure eliminates the infection while preserving the outer structure of the tooth.
Dentures As Teeth Replacement Options
Dentures As Teeth Replacement Options
Dentures are a replacement for missing teeth that can be removed and put back into your mouth as you please. Depending on each individual patient case, they may receive full or partial dentures. Full dentures are used when all of the natural teeth are removed from the mouth and replaced with a full set of dentures. There are two types of full dentures.
Conventional Full Dentures. This is when all the teeth are removed and the tissue is given time to heal before the dentures are placed. It could take a few months for the gum tissue to heal completely, and during this time you will be without teeth.
Immediate Full Dentures. Prior to having your teeth removed, your dentist takes measurements and has dentures fitted for your mouth. After removing the teeth, the dentures are immediately placed in your mouth. The benefit is that you do not have to spend any time without teeth. You will, however, need to have a follow up visit to refit your dentures because the jaw bone will slightly change shape as your mouth heels. The dentures will need to be tightened after the jaw bone has healed.
Partial dentures are another option when not all of your teeth need to be removed. This is similar to a bridge, but it is not a permanent fixture in your mouth.
Your dentures may take some time to get used to. The flesh colored base of the dentures is placed over your gums. Some people say that it feels bulky or that they don’t have enough room for their tongue. Other times the dentures might feel loose. These feelings will affect the way you eat and talk for a little while. Over time, your mouth becomes trained to eat and speak with your dentures and they begin to feel more and more like your natural teeth. They may never feel perfectly comfortable, but it is much better than the alternative of not having teeth.
Dentures are a replacement for missing teeth that can be removed and put back into your mouth as you please. Depending on each individual patient case, they may receive full or partial dentures. Full dentures are used when all of the natural teeth are removed from the mouth and replaced with a full set of dentures. There are two types of full dentures.
Conventional Full Dentures. This is when all the teeth are removed and the tissue is given time to heal before the dentures are placed. It could take a few months for the gum tissue to heal completely, and during this time you will be without teeth.
Immediate Full Dentures. Prior to having your teeth removed, your dentist takes measurements and has dentures fitted for your mouth. After removing the teeth, the dentures are immediately placed in your mouth. The benefit is that you do not have to spend any time without teeth. You will, however, need to have a follow up visit to refit your dentures because the jaw bone will slightly change shape as your mouth heels. The dentures will need to be tightened after the jaw bone has healed.
Partial dentures are another option when not all of your teeth need to be removed. This is similar to a bridge, but it is not a permanent fixture in your mouth.
Your dentures may take some time to get used to. The flesh colored base of the dentures is placed over your gums. Some people say that it feels bulky or that they don’t have enough room for their tongue. Other times the dentures might feel loose. These feelings will affect the way you eat and talk for a little while. Over time, your mouth becomes trained to eat and speak with your dentures and they begin to feel more and more like your natural teeth. They may never feel perfectly comfortable, but it is much better than the alternative of not having teeth.
Zoom Teeth Whitening
Thanks to the Zoom! Professional whitening system, Dr. Hatcher is able to provide his patients with the best in the business! Zoom! whitening is a popular system for a good reason—it works! Patients can enjoy the benefit of a whiter, brighter smile in as little as one hour in a painless, comfortable way.
The process of Zoom! whitening is simple. First, patients will schedule a consultation appointment to determine whether they are a candidate for this particular whitening treatment. Patients with restorations in their smile may need to have their restorations replaced if they plan on having a whitening treatment. The porcelain materials used in restorations will not change shade or react to the whitening bleaches. Once patients are found to be a good candidate, they will schedule a future appointment for their whitening.
Types of Oral Surgery
Types of Oral Surgery
Wisdom tooth extraction. The most common type of oral surgery is that of wisdom tooth extraction. Patients who have wisdom teeth that are impacted and causing pain will benefit from their removal, as well as patients who have had orthodontic work done to improve their smiles and do not want their wisdom teeth to misalign the teeth in their dental arch.
Implant dentistry. Dental implants are a wonderful cosmetic restoration that can be used to replace missing teeth. They require a surgical procedure in which a small metal rod is implanted into the jawbone, which functions in the same way as a natural tooth root. A dental crown is used to cover the implant and give it the appearance and functionality of a tooth, restoring both the patient’s chewing and biting efficiency as well as his or her smile.
Gum and bone grafting. Gum grafting and bone grafting are also types of oral surgery. Bone grafting can be used to restructure the bone as preparation for dental implants, while gum grafting can be done to restore a smile after periodontal disease or to reshape the gum line.
Wisdom tooth extraction. The most common type of oral surgery is that of wisdom tooth extraction. Patients who have wisdom teeth that are impacted and causing pain will benefit from their removal, as well as patients who have had orthodontic work done to improve their smiles and do not want their wisdom teeth to misalign the teeth in their dental arch.
Implant dentistry. Dental implants are a wonderful cosmetic restoration that can be used to replace missing teeth. They require a surgical procedure in which a small metal rod is implanted into the jawbone, which functions in the same way as a natural tooth root. A dental crown is used to cover the implant and give it the appearance and functionality of a tooth, restoring both the patient’s chewing and biting efficiency as well as his or her smile.
Gum and bone grafting. Gum grafting and bone grafting are also types of oral surgery. Bone grafting can be used to restructure the bone as preparation for dental implants, while gum grafting can be done to restore a smile after periodontal disease or to reshape the gum line.
Are You a Candidate for Porcelain Veneers
Are You a Candidate for Porcelain Veneers
You may be in need of porcelain veneers if you are experiencing one of the following:
Discoloration. Over time, the enamel of your teeth can become dull, yellow, or discolored. Sometimes, teeth whitening cannot reach deeper intrinsic stains, but porcelain veneers can cover the discoloration.
Gaps. Unsightly gaps between your teeth can be quickly hidden by porcelain veneers, which have the ability to create the appearance of a uniform length, shape, and spacing of your teeth.
You may be in need of porcelain veneers if you are experiencing one of the following:
Discoloration. Over time, the enamel of your teeth can become dull, yellow, or discolored. Sometimes, teeth whitening cannot reach deeper intrinsic stains, but porcelain veneers can cover the discoloration.
Gaps. Unsightly gaps between your teeth can be quickly hidden by porcelain veneers, which have the ability to create the appearance of a uniform length, shape, and spacing of your teeth.
Root Canal Symptoms
Symptoms that Root Canal Therapy May Be Needed
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.
- Severe toothache pain upon chewing or application of pressure
- Prolonged sensitivity/pain to heat or cold temperatures (after the hot or cold has been removed)
- Discoloration (a darkening) of the tooth
- Swelling and tenderness in the nearby gums
- A persistent or recurring pimple on the gums
- Sometimes no symptoms are present
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.
Dreading Going to the Dentist Due to Dental Fear
Dreading Going to the Dentist Due to Dental Fear
Relax; you're in great hands - Nearly 50% of the population feels nervous or uncomfortable about going to the dentist or having dental procedures done. Apprehensive patients ofter avoid dental care, leading to advanced disease and even more extensive treatment.
What would you say if you were told it is possible to get all your dentistry done in a few short visits and not remember any of it? Well, it is now possible to sleep through your appointment! For many who have let the health of their mouth decline because of fear or anxiety, we can now sedate you to get you through all procedures. With the use of a small pill one hour prior to the appointment, your anxiety can be lifted away, and the noise of the procedure and awareness is completely removed.
The doctors at Family First Dental Center understand the importance of helping our patients feel relaxed and comfortable during dental procedures.
Conscious Sedation provides a safe, effective way to alleviate dental anxiety. It’s perfect for patients who have:
Dental Anxiety
Difficulty getting numb
Very sensitive teeth
Discomfort with needles
Little free time
No more neglecting yourself, or dreading your appointments. This is one of the greatest innovations for patients. Finally, you can feel confident in the health and appearance of your smile. So why put off what no longer has to be dreaded?
Relax; you're in great hands - Nearly 50% of the population feels nervous or uncomfortable about going to the dentist or having dental procedures done. Apprehensive patients ofter avoid dental care, leading to advanced disease and even more extensive treatment.
What would you say if you were told it is possible to get all your dentistry done in a few short visits and not remember any of it? Well, it is now possible to sleep through your appointment! For many who have let the health of their mouth decline because of fear or anxiety, we can now sedate you to get you through all procedures. With the use of a small pill one hour prior to the appointment, your anxiety can be lifted away, and the noise of the procedure and awareness is completely removed.
The doctors at Family First Dental Center understand the importance of helping our patients feel relaxed and comfortable during dental procedures.
Conscious Sedation provides a safe, effective way to alleviate dental anxiety. It’s perfect for patients who have:
Dental Anxiety
Difficulty getting numb
Very sensitive teeth
Discomfort with needles
Little free time
No more neglecting yourself, or dreading your appointments. This is one of the greatest innovations for patients. Finally, you can feel confident in the health and appearance of your smile. So why put off what no longer has to be dreaded?
When Tooth Removal is Necessary
When Tooth Removal is Necessary
While our team always attempts to save natural teeth, there are certain situations where that is not possible. Some of the common reasons patients need to undergo tooth extraction include:
While our team always attempts to save natural teeth, there are certain situations where that is not possible. Some of the common reasons patients need to undergo tooth extraction include:
- Trauma/injury – a blow sustained to teeth can often crack or fracture them in such a way that it’s impossible to retain the remaining structure.
- Disease/decay – while we will attempt root canal, antibiotics, and other procedures to remove infection and decay, when teeth are significantly weakened or infection begins to spread to surrounding teeth, extraction is necessary.
- Orthodontic crowding – before braces or other orthodontic treatment can begin, some patients need to have one or more teeth removed to prevent crowding and allow teeth to properly align.
- Impacted teeth – teeth that are unable to erupt due to the angle they develop, crowding, or other issues, may need to be extracted to prevent them from misaligning other teeth, decaying, or causing infection. This is most common with third molars (wisdom teeth).
- Wisdom Teeth Extractions – The most commonly extracted teeth are wisdom teeth. This third set of molars was an evolutionary development from a time when the human species had a much coarser, dentally destructive diet. By the late teens and early twenties, people were often missing several of their molars, and the tertiary set was necessary. With better understanding of dental health and less damaging diets, most people do not need their third set of molars, and this set of teeth is the most commonly extracted.
Butte Family Dental
Butte Family Dental
Location
820 Sampson Street Butte
Montana 59701
United States
Tel No/s
406-565-4458
Email Address
None
Website
http://www.buttefamilydental.com
Official Representative
None
Butte, Montana’s family dentists for dental emergencies, root canals, cosmetic dentistry, tooth extraction, nitrous oxide, dental veneers, dentures, periodontal treatment and family dnetistry by female dentist.
Dental Services
Tooth Removal
Dental Veneers
Family Dentistry
Location
820 Sampson Street Butte
Montana 59701
United States
Tel No/s
406-565-4458
Email Address
None
Website
http://www.buttefamilydental.com
Official Representative
None
Butte, Montana’s family dentists for dental emergencies, root canals, cosmetic dentistry, tooth extraction, nitrous oxide, dental veneers, dentures, periodontal treatment and family dnetistry by female dentist.
Dental Services
Tooth Removal
Dental Veneers
Family Dentistry
Advanced Dental Centre
Advanced Dental Centre
Location
95 East Avenue
Clarence Park
SA 5034
Australia
Tel No/s
08 8297 4777
Email Address
None
Website
http://www.advanceddentalcentre.com.au
Official Representative
None
Advanced Dental Centre Pty. Ltd. is located in the suburb of Clarence Park approximately 10 minutes from the City centre. It is a family orientated practice providing services for the whole family. The practice professionals are very focused on aesthetic dentistry, which not only includes crowns, veneers, and whitening, but also replacing missing teeth. Today, dental implants are often used for tooth replacement and denture retention, and Advanced Dental Centre Pty. Ltd is able to offer these services to their patients. Advanced Dental Centre Pty. Ltd. is also able to provide sedation (sleep dentistry) for patients that are nervous or have a hypersensitive gag reflex.
On your first appointment, one of our highly qualified dentists will thoroughly examine your teeth, gums and soft tissues to identify any acute concerns which may require immediate treatment. We will evaluate your medical and dental history and assist you with any oral hygiene issues.
Our approach is aimed at producing a healthy mouth and preventing dental problems prior to undertaking the aesthetic dentistry you may wish to have. Video analysis of your mouth will aid in the evaluation process, giving you a clear understanding of your dental condition.
A detailed and comprehensive treatment plan will be prepared taking your clinical findings into consideration. The plan will include a written estimate of costs, a sequence of dental treatment and a timeline for completion.
Advanced Dental Centre is a pro-active dental practice with a strong belief in preventative dental care – at a minimum we will recommend six-monthly hygiene visits and encourage our patients to book their appointments in advance.
Dental Services
Preventive Dentistry
Aesthetic Dentistry
Location
95 East Avenue
Clarence Park
SA 5034
Australia
Tel No/s
08 8297 4777
Email Address
None
Website
http://www.advanceddentalcentre.com.au
Official Representative
None
Advanced Dental Centre Pty. Ltd. is located in the suburb of Clarence Park approximately 10 minutes from the City centre. It is a family orientated practice providing services for the whole family. The practice professionals are very focused on aesthetic dentistry, which not only includes crowns, veneers, and whitening, but also replacing missing teeth. Today, dental implants are often used for tooth replacement and denture retention, and Advanced Dental Centre Pty. Ltd is able to offer these services to their patients. Advanced Dental Centre Pty. Ltd. is also able to provide sedation (sleep dentistry) for patients that are nervous or have a hypersensitive gag reflex.
On your first appointment, one of our highly qualified dentists will thoroughly examine your teeth, gums and soft tissues to identify any acute concerns which may require immediate treatment. We will evaluate your medical and dental history and assist you with any oral hygiene issues.
Our approach is aimed at producing a healthy mouth and preventing dental problems prior to undertaking the aesthetic dentistry you may wish to have. Video analysis of your mouth will aid in the evaluation process, giving you a clear understanding of your dental condition.
A detailed and comprehensive treatment plan will be prepared taking your clinical findings into consideration. The plan will include a written estimate of costs, a sequence of dental treatment and a timeline for completion.
Advanced Dental Centre is a pro-active dental practice with a strong belief in preventative dental care – at a minimum we will recommend six-monthly hygiene visits and encourage our patients to book their appointments in advance.
Dental Services
Preventive Dentistry
Aesthetic Dentistry
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