Information About General Dentistry Procedures

You should see your hygienist each six months, when plaque, stains, and tarter buildup will be professionally removed and your teeth polished.

A dental examination should be performed annually, or if the patient is experiencing any symptoms, so the dentist can diagnose any problems.

During every patient’s regular check up, our dentists perform an oral exam for early detection and treatment of mouth and throat cancer.

Periodontal diseases (gingivitis/periodontitis) are infections of the gum tissue that require various deep cleaning treatments.

Scaling and root planing removes plaque buildup from below the gum line with a deep professional cleaning to begin the treatment for gum disease.

Digital X-rays (digital radiography) require 80% less radiation to safely and effectively discover decay during a dental exam.

A dental filling is a common treatment that fills cavities left in teeth after tooth decay has been removed.

Root canal therapy provides immediate relief when cavities infect the nerves in a tooth, causing pain that is unbelievably intense.

BOTOX injections are a safe, effective treatment for patients with TMJ/TMD syndrome including jaw pain, teeth grinding, and headaches.

A custom-fitted mouth guard from Under Armour protects your teeth from TMJ grinding and during sports, but it can also enhance sports performance.