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The corner stone of our practice is our patient education
system. We are committed to educate our patients and explain
advantages, disadvantages, costs, and time requirement for every
dental procedure. We encourage our patients to ask questions. We
want our patients to make educated decisions about their
dental treatment.
At each dental visit, we explain the procedure
before the initiation of the treatment. Most important, we are
committed to keep our patients happy so they feel comfortable in
referring their friends and loved ones to our practice.
The information
presented is intended to educate the general public on common
dental topics. Many dental terms are commonly seen and heard in
the print and broadcast media; as well as in our daily
conversations. However, many people do not completely understand
these dental terms unless they have had first hand experience
with them at their dentist's office.
Prevention
An early detection is key in avoiding costly and painful
dental treatment. Prevention begins with the control of plaque
and calculus, the main cause of decay and gum disease.
Periodontal
Disease
Is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because early
periodontal disease is painless and shows few symptoms, patients
are often unaware that there is a problem. For this reason,
regular dental visits are essential for the early diagnosis and
treatment of gum disease.
Restoring Damaged
Teeth
Unfortunately, teeth damaged by decay or injury will not heal
like most other tissues in the body. They require an artificial
material to replace and restore the damaged tooth structure.
Root Canal
Therapy
If a tooth's pulp (nerve and blood supply) become infected or
inflamed, root canal treatment is often the only way to save the
tooth.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Through advances in modern dental materials and techniques; the
shape, color, and alignment of your teeth can be improved to
give you the smile you've always wanted.
Dentures
Many people believe that once they have dentures, they no longer
need regular dental care because they don't have any teeth.
Denture wearers require regular check ups and maintenance to
ensure their health, comfort, and appearance.
Implants
For people who have lost teeth, implants provide artificial
teeth that look more natural and feel more secure. Implants can
be used to replace a single missing tooth or support a bridge,
full dentures or partial dentures.
Removal of Teeth
The goal of modern dentistry is to prevent tooth loss; however,
there are situations in which extraction is the only course of
treatment.
High Tech Dentistry
Learn how technology helps provide more effective treatment for
certain dental conditions and increases your understanding of
recommendations made by your dentist. |