Patient Library

Gum Disease

It hides in your mouth, destroying gum tissue and teeth, and it can lead to strokes, heart attacks, and pregnancy complications. Don’t think it’s your problem? Conservative estimates report that up to 80 percent of the population unknowingly has gum disease in some form. Learn more…

 

Oral Cancer

Oral cancer, which claims the lives of 8,000 Americans each year, is painless, sneaky, and often undetected until it has spread to the neck and lymph nodes. If oral cancer is detected in the early stage, patients are more likely to survive. Our office screens for oral cancer at every check up. Learn more…

 

Sealants

Available for children and adults, dental sealants cover teeth to prevent cavities. Sealants fill the deep pits and grooves where bacteria and food particles hide. Learn more...

 

NTI-tss

Teeth grinding and clenching, migraines, and head, neck, or jaw pain may be associated with a jaw muscle and nerve problem. The NTI tension suppression system can alleviate this pain without surgery or expensive therapies.  Learn more…

 

Veneers

If you need to put the sparkle back in your smile, consider veneers. Chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth can be effectively masked with veneers, laminates, or Lumineers. Boost your self confidence and enhance your appearance with veneers because you deserve a reason to smile! Learn more..

 

Lumineers

Are you hesitant about porcelain veneers because of the necessary tooth reduction prior to placement? Lumineers require minimal, if any, tooth reduction, and they accomplish the same bright, full, straight smile that traditional veneers create. Learn more…

Zoom!

The leading professional teeth whitening system, Zoom! Whitening can lighten and brighten your smile in less than one hour. Learn more…

 

Amalgams

You’ve probably heard some of the debate about using silver fillings, or dental amalgams, to fill cavities. Informed patients make the best decisions about their dental care, so you should know the truth about amalgams, as well as what materials are available for filling teeth. Learn more…

 

Crowns

Crowns can restore tooth shape, structure, strength, and function. Many materials are used for crowns, so how can you know which is best? Learn more…

 

Flossing

You may not realize that even when your mouth is clean, bacteria lurk in the warm, damp cave, growing and eating incessantly. An extra two or three minutes spent flossing each day can give you a huge advantage in the war against those bad bacteria. Learn more…

 

Brushing

You probably brush daily, and you may even floss your teeth, but did you know that proper dental homecare can protect you from pain, cavities, and potential overall health problems, including cardiovascular disease and stroke?  Learn more…

 

Adult Tooth Decay

There is a common and stealthy enemy that knows precisely how to destroy your enamel: tooth decay. Adults have much to be concerned about with tooth decay, for many reasons. Learn more…

 

Sugary Beverages

Sodas and sports drinks are linked to tooth decay, and consumption of these beverages is high for both adults and children. How can your family avoid the negative health effects of these sugary treats? Learn more…

 

Oral Sedation

Among the most common phobias, visiting the dentist causes many people severe anxiety and stress. Oral sedation alleviates anxiety, so you can face dental appointments with confidence. Learn more…

 

DIAGNOdent

Early decay detection with DIAGNOdent can give you the opportunity to deter or repair tooth decay in the earliest stages. Laser technology provides a thorough and comfortable method for finding decalcification and decay. Learn more…

 

Lasers

A part of medical surgeries for many years, lasers now offer dental patients precise, efficient, and effective minimally-invasive treatments, as well as reduced healing time. They also function in many other capacities to improve patient care and treatments. Learn more...

 

Intraoral Cameras

People seldom have a clear idea of the actual status of their dental health. Even with lights and mirrors, a patient can’t see what the dentist can – that is, until now. Learn more…