Common dental services include preventative care like cleanings and check-ups, restorative treatments like fillings and crowns, and cosmetic procedures like whitening and veneers.
Preventative Care
- Dental Cleanings: Regular removal of plaque and tartar to prevent gum disease and cavities.
- Check-ups: Routine examinations to assess oral health, detect potential problems, and provide guidance on maintaining good oral hygiene.
- X-rays: Used to diagnose dental problems and monitor overall oral health.
- Fluoride Treatments: Help strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities, especially in children.
Restorative Dentistry
- Fillings: Used to repair small cavities or cracks in teeth.
- Root Canal Therapy: A procedure to treat infected or inflamed pulp inside a tooth.
- Crowns: Dental restorations that cover the entire tooth, often used when a tooth has been significantly damaged.
- Bridges: Replace missing teeth by anchoring to the teeth on either side.
- Dentures: Removable replacement teeth used when multiple teeth are missing.
- Dental Implants: A permanent replacement for a missing tooth by placing a titanium post into the jawbone.
Cosmetic Dentistry
- Teeth Whitening: A process used to lighten the natural shade of teeth.
- Veneers: Thin, tooth-colored shells that are bonded to the front of teeth to improve their appearance.
- Bonding: A procedure where a tooth-colored material is used to repair chipped or cracked teeth.
- Invisalign: A series of clear aligners that gradually straighten teeth.
- Gum Contouring: A procedure to reshape gums for a more balanced and symmetrical appearance.
Other Procedures
- Extractions: Removing a tooth from its socket, often necessary when a tooth is severely damaged or infected.
- Surgical Procedures: Procedures involving the gums, jawbone, or other soft tissues of the mouth.
- Orthodontic Treatment: Treatment to correct misaligned teeth and bite problems.