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Maintaining proper oral hygiene routines is key to the long-lasting health of your smile. We recommend scheduling hygiene cleanings from our experienced hygienists about once every six months. During your routine cleanings with us, we will examine your teeth and gums to determine if there are any problem areas.
When your tooth is damaged by decay, dental fillings are used to restore function and aesthetics. When we restore teeth with fillings, we first remove the decayed areas, then we clean the tooth, and fill the area with a composite material. By removing the decay and filling the tooth, we are able to prevent further damage.
A porcelain veneer is a thin shell of porcelain that is permanently bonded to your tooth. We often recommend veneers for people looking to improve tooth color, shape, size, chips, and wear. Remember, every smile is unique, which is why we always schedule a consultation to plan your treatment before we do any work.
A dental crown is used to repair a tooth with extensive damage from decay or injury. A bridge is created to replace one or more missing teeth. They consist of a false tooth in the area of the missing tooth, and supporting dental crowns attached to the teeth on either side of the missing tooth.
Our patients love professional teeth whitening because it adds a sparkle to their smile fast. We recommend professional whitening over store-bought brands because of the intensity of our results and the amount of control we have over the color. With professional whitening you may reach your desired tooth shade in just one treatment. We can control the color of your results.
During your consultation with Dr. Fogel, you will discuss your concerns and desires for your smile. Dr. Fogel will lay out a recommended plan to help get you to your result. Every smile is unique. Some people just need teeth whitening, other people need more extensive treatments such as porcelain veneers. Whatever YOUR smile needs, we are here to help.
A full mouth restoration will be recommended for a patient who has many teeth that are extremely damaged and unhealthy. We always begin by assessing your smile and talking with you one-on-one while we determine a plan for your treatment.
For many patients, the best option to replace a missing tooth is a dental implant. A dental implant is permanently secured to your jaw allowing for greater stability and better function.
Higher sugar levels and impaired white blood cells can enable decay and gum disease. If left uncared for, these can lead to larger health concerns.
Nitrous oxide, also known as "laughing gas" is used to help you stay relaxed during treatment. Nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a mask placed over your nose.
We offer digital x-rays to help monitor the health of your teeth and spot decay or other potential problematic areas.