Dental Procedures

A dental crown is simply a tooth-shaped restoration that covers all or most of the natural tooth above the gumline. Dental crowns are usually considered when a filling reaches the end of its life or when a tooth is heavily damaged.

Our teeth and smiles are the most important impressions we can make. That's why it is so important to create a regular routine of teeth cleanings and dental hygiene where the plaque and calculus (tartar) from teeth can be removed. Professional dental cleanings on a regular basis compliment your normal brushing and flossing you are doing at home.

One of the most popular methods for replacing one or more missing teeth is with a fixed dental bridge. A dental bridge is used in conjunction with adjacent, existing teeth, filling in the open space with natural looking teeth. A dental bridge can replace anywhere from one tooth to as many as ten teeth.

No other procedure is more commonly associated with dentists than tooth fillings, which are the restoration of lost tooth structure with porcelain or resin. Our practice focuses on non-metallic restorations. We can now create restorations that blend in almost perfectly with the existing teeth.

More and more people with discolored, spaced, broken or silver-filled teeth are seeking cosmetic dentistry. Safe and effective cosmetic dentistry procedures include teeth whitening or bleaching, porcelain veneers, color matched fillings and composite bonding.

Periodontal disease or "gum" disease affects one out of every five adults. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults and is caused by bacteria in plaque. Periodontal disease can be treated successfully if it is diagnosed early.

Porcelain Veneers are shells of porcelain that are bonded to the teeth. They typically require some roughening or reduction of the outer tooth structure. The porcelain veneers are bonded onto the teeth after a preparing process. Veneers can be designed and fabricated in a variety of shapes and sizes to modify the appearance. Whether to close spaces, increase size, change color or straighten the teeth, dental veneers are one of the most exciting procedures we provide.

Bonding is a term that is commonly used to refer to the placement of composite resins on teeth. Dental bonding can be used to make a tooth colored filling for small cavities and repair broken or chipped tooth surfaces. It can also be used to close spaces between teeth. These procedures are usually accomplished in one appointment with little or no discomfort!

is a revolutionary teeth whitening procedure. In just over an hour, your teeth will be dramatically whiter. The Zoom!^® Whitening procedure is simple. It begins with a short preparation to isolate your lips and gums. We then apply the proprietary Zoom!^® Whitening Gel, which is activated by a specially designed light. Teeth typically become at least six to 10 shades whiter, sometimes more. A five minute fluoride treatment completes the procedure. You'll be amazed with the results.

Invisibly straightens your teeth with a series of custom-molded aligners.

Forget everything you've heard about teeth straightening. Because now there's breakthrough technology that lets you get the smile you always wanted without bands, brackets or wires.

Dental Systems is the world's only system for the fabrication of all ceramic dental restorations in one office visit. With CEREC at your dentist's side, you can be in and out in a single visit with a permanent, all ceramic crown, onlay, or veneer! For you, the patient, this means fewer injections, less drilling, and less time out of your hectic schedule for dental care.