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Dental Implants

January 10, 2011 | Author: | Posted in Dental Implants

A relatively new field in Dentistry but one that has reopened a new vista for those who had lost all or some of their teeth when they were younger. Today with implants we have the ability to return lost function and aesthetics because of tooth loss. We can even replace teeth immediately should the situation …

Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)

January 10, 2011 | Author: | Posted in Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)

Endodontics is a specialized discipline concerned with saving teeth severely effected by pulp pathology that used to be lost because of being extracted. Without Endodontic treatment the infection of the tooth and its surrounding area of support will most certainly result in the tooth being extracted. With Endodontics the Dental Surgeon salvages such damaged teeth …

Orthodontics

January 10, 2011 | Author: | Posted in Orthodontics (Braces)

This is the dental discipline that studies and treats dental malocclusions (crooked teeth or incorrect bites). This problem is due to numerous causes and can be either aesthetic of functional in nature or even both. Every case differs widely but all cases wish for the same thing, straighter teeth. Fortunately most cases can be corrected …

Scaling & Polishing

January 10, 2011 | Author: | Posted in Prosthodontics (Tooth Restoration)

Scaling & Polishing Every six months or sooner the Dentist recommends a routine Scaling and Polish to be done. The reason for this is over time plaque and calcium deposits called tartar or calculus accumulates at the base of teeth. By itself calcium is not dangerous but as tartar it is teeming with bacteria and …