A crown is designed to cover or “cap” teeth that need to be restored but don’t have enough healthy tooth remaining to support a large filling. Crowns improve the appearance of your teeth while adding the extra strength that your teeth need.

When you lose teeth, a bridge may be required to replace the space of your missing teeth. Without a bridge, your mouth may "sink" due to the missing bone that supported the missing teeth. Adding a bridge will help to support your lips and cheeks in to maintain your face’s natural shape.

If the pulp in one of your teeth becomes injured or infected, the tooth often can be saved through root canal treatment. During the treatment, the decay and the pulp are removed, and the root canals and pump chambers are filled. The crown of the tooth is then restored.

Conventional dentures are made to be placed inside the patient’s mouth once all natural teeth are removed and tissues have healed. Like bridges, dentures provide support for cheeks and lips which prevent facial muscles from sagging.

Periodontal Disease is a chronic infection that is caused when certain bacteria in plaque produce toxins and enzymes that irritate the gums. If the plaque is not removed daily it can develop into gingivitis which makes gums red, tender and they will often bleed during brushing. If left untreated or uncared for, a reversible gingivitis can develop into more serious types of periodontal disease. This may lead to irreversible damage to your gums, bones, and other structures that can weaken support for teeth. Early stages of periodontal disease can be treated with scaling and root planing.

It is important that your child see a dentist by age one to establish a long-term dental hygiene and professional dental cleaning plan.

• Dental Sealant Application: Dental sealants are used to protect teeth from decay and are appropriate as soon as a tooth erupts.
• Fluoride Treatments: Fluoride is a major component in the prevention of childhood dental caries. This is because fluoride alters the molecular structure of the tooth, making it more resistant to acid attack and decay. However, children require the right balance of fluoride treatment. Too much fluoride could be problematic and lead to fluorosis.

Dental bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin material (a durable plastic material) is applied and hardened with a special light, which ultimately "bonds" the material to the tooth to restore or improve a person's smile.

Periodontal Disease is a chronic infection that is caused when certain bacteria in plaque produce toxins and enzymes that irritate the gums. If the plaque is not removed daily it can develop into gingivitis which makes gums red, tender and they will often bleed during brushing. If left untreated or uncared for, a reversible gingivitis can develop into more serious types of periodontal disease. This may lead to irreversible damage to your gums, bones, and other structures that can weaken support for teeth. Early stages of periodontal disease can be treated with scaling and root planing.

Dental veneers are custom-designed shells of tooth-like ceramic material that, when applied over the surface of a tooth, can cover worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing and chips or cracks.

Dental implants are an option for tooth loss due to an accident or infection or as an alternative to dentures. The implants are tooth root substitutes that are surgically anchored in place in the jawbone and act to stabilize the artificial teeth to which they are attached

Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of a person's teeth, mouth and smile. Today, dental fillings may fall into the category of cosmetic dentistry because you can select fillings made of porcelain or composite materials that closely match the color of your teeth, thus maintaining the natural appearance of your teeth and smile.

Most people believe that braces are for teenagers. But to the surprise of many, malocclusions usually are noticeable for children between the ages of 6 and 12. Choosing to treat teeth issues, including getting braces, at younger ages helps to prevent future issues.

Orthodontic treatment can be for both children and adults. When you suffer from malocclusion or “bad bite,” braces may be the very best choice to correct teeth that are crowded or crooked. Correcting your problem can create a nice-looking smile and most importantly a healthier mouth.

If your teeth are discolored, tooth whitening may help. Whitening is any process that makes teeth look whiter. Whitening products may be administered or dispensed by dentists or purchased over the counter. There are a few options for those who desire to have whiter smiles including: Whitening Toothpastes Peroxide w/ Bleaching Agents

The presence of wisdom teeth is not always negative; however, wisdom teeth commonly grow incorrectly and disrupt teeth that are properly positioned. Don’t wait to remove your wisdom teeth. The longer you wait, the more difficult it becomes.