- Dental ExaminationIf you have any concerns about your dentures, or if they stop fitting well or end up being harmed, contact your dentist. Make sure to set up regular dental examinations, too. Dr. Boatman and Dr. Spencer will analyze your mouth to see if your dentures continue to fit properly.
- X-rays
- Teeth CleaningProfessional dental teeth cleanings by Dr. Richard Boatman and Dr. Spencer of Troy Family Dental intend to eliminate plaque, tartar, and stains that have built up on the teeth. Even with regular brushing and flossing of your teeth and gums, tartar can establish. The expert cleaning of teeth is an important part of excellent oral hygiene and is regularly needed to preserve the health of your teeth and gums. Most dental professionals suggest having your teeth professionally cleaned every 6-12 months to minimize the likelihood of gum disease advancing. Within routine cleanings, good oral hygiene at home is necessary to avoid tartar build-up and gum condition.
- Fluoride TreatmentAs soon as bigger pieces of tartar are removed, the dentist will certainly make the switch to finer hand-held instruments. Frequently referred to as curettes or scalers, these devices are designed to remove smaller sized deposits on the teeth and smooth the tooth exterior areas. Each tooth has to be scaled separately to guarantee that all tartar is eliminated. As soon as the surface areas of the teeth are smooth, the dental professional will certainly polish the teeth. Making use of a slow-speed handpiece containing a soft rubber cup, the polishing device spins at the suggestion to smooth teeth. Prophylaxis paste, a gritty toothpaste-like option, is taken into the rubber cup. The cup consisting of the solution spins on the teeth to create a glossy, smooth surface. In some circumstances, your dentist might also use fluoride as the last step in cleansing. Available in an assortment of flavors such as strawberry, chocolate, mint, and cherry, fluoride is put in versatile foam trays and put over the teeth. After 30 seconds of the fluoride treatment, the client is asked to spit the remaining option into a saliva ejector. Fluoride is made use of to reinforce teeth and safeguard them against dental plaque and tartar.
- Dental SealantsDental sealants function as an obstacle to avoid cavities. They are a plastic product usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth where decay occurs most often.
- Fillings
- Resin CompositeThe most typical products utilized in fillings are dental amalgam (a mix of silver, mercury, copper, tin and different trace metals) and composite resin (tooth-colored synthetic material). We usually choose composite resin, coordinated to the color of your natural teeth, for our fillings. This decision is due both to the natural result that can be achieved with composite and the capability of modern-day composite materials to last simply as long as the conventional dental blend.
- VeneersNo matter what triggers unsightly teeth, dental veneers might address most or even all your cosmetic dental problems, including...
- CrownsInlays and onlays are dental restorations utilized by a select variety of dental practitioners. In particular cases, inlays and onlays are a conservative option to dental crowns. Likewise referred to as indirect fillings, inlays and onlays offer a well-fitting, stronger, longer enduring reparative option to dental caries or comparable damage. These remediations are helpful from both an aesthetic and practical point of view.
- Bridges
- Dental BondingComposite bonding or just bonding which refers to direct composite is an inexpensive, efficient and minimally intrusive way to bring back and correct little chips, cracks, and discoloration in the teeth.
- Root Canal TreatmentAfter successful fulfillment of endodontic therapy, the tooth is considered formally “dead,†as all the nerve tissue has been eliminated. Given this, teeth with root canals are more fragile than natural teeth. Care ought to be brought to prevent fracture or additional damage to the tooth. Saving the external structure and roots of the tooth, nevertheless, is normally more suitable to lose the tooth completely, and a root canal will certainly do just that in lots of cases.
- DenturesDentures are removable devices that can replace missing teeth and assist in restoring your smile. If you’ve lost all your natural teeth, whether, from gum illness, dental decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will certainly benefit your appearance and your health. That’s because dentures make it easier to eat and speak much better than you might without teeth, things that people frequently take for granted.
- OverdenturesOverdenture. Some of your teeth can be preserved to protect your jawbone and provide stability and assistance for the denture. An overdenture goes over a small amount of remaining natural teeth after they have been fitted by your dentist, Dr. Boatman, Dr. Spencer, and their staff. Dental Implants can serve the same function, too. Ask Dr. Boatman or Dr. Spencer about Mini Dental Implants.
- Dental ImplantsTeethXpress offers people who are missing teeth a reason to smile again. It relies on advanced technology only available through BioHorizons. For more than 20 years, BioHorizons has been committed to providing the most comprehensive line of clinically tested, science-based dental implants available. In general, dental implants have a 95% success rate. This makes them the most reliable way to replace your missing teeth over the long term.
- Oral SurgeryIf you need oral surgery, suffer from extreme dental fears or need to schedule a lengthy appointment, we offer the deepest level of relaxation dentistry available right here in our office – IV sedation. Just sit down in our amazingly comfortable dental chair and fall asleep. When you wake, all your procedures will be completed!
- Tooth ExtractionsHaving tooth extractions mean to have it removed, usually because of disease, trauma or crowding. Despite our meticulous efforts to save a tooth, in individual cases extraction is the only choice. We here at Troy Family Dental are committed to providing you the most convenient, pain-free plan possible when faced with extractions.
- Bone GraftingMini dental implants require no invasive surgery, bone grafting, and the recovery time is very minimal. They are made from titanium and are very small. After a mild and local anesthetic is used, your implants will be placed about 5mm apart in your mouth. Small holes will be drilled and the MDIs will be secured. There is rarely discomfort or a need for stitching during the process.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsWithout the need for awkward metal brackets or irritable wires, Invisalign can conveniently reposition teeth in less time. Its state-of-the-art straightening innovation rests comfortably against the inside of your lips and can be taken out at any time. It’s no surprise why adults and teens alike have preferred Invisalign over traditional aligning techniques.
- BracesYour doctor will take X-rays, photos and impressions of your teeth, which he will utilize to develop a digital 3-D picture of your mouth. From these images, your doctor will map out a precise treatment plan, including the precise motions of your teeth, and inform you of the approximate length of treatment. Using the very same innovation, Dr. Boatman or Dr. Spencer will have the ability to show you a virtual image of how your teeth will move with each stage of treatment. While every case is unique to each patient, treatment normally takes around a year for adults. For teenagers, the length of treatments is comparable to that of braces.
- Teeth WhiteningGenerally acknowledged as the world’s most powerful teeth whitening system, KöR allows for a cost-effective solution from extraordinary home whitening for patients.
- Cosmetic DentistryDental veneers are a class of cosmetic dentistry in which a shell or layer of tooth-colored porcelain or composite is positioned over the facial surface areas of your teeth to remedy used tooth enamel, unequal tooth alignment or spacing, discoloration, and chips or cracks.