Services

Tooth Whitening/Bleaching back to top

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Do you want a beautiful smile? Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest things you can do to improve your smile and boost your self-confidence. Imagine, a single whitening procedure can counteract years of exposure to coffee, tea, red wine, cola and smoking, giving you the smile you’ve always dreamed of!

Even with today’s advanced whitening techniques, not everyone’s teeth will whiten with the same results. During the visit with your dentist, your situation will be carefully evaluated and you will be advised accordingly.

White Composite Fillings back to top

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Until recently, dentists used a silver and mercury amalgam to fill and seal cavities. Because a larger amount of the original tooth must be removed, these types of fillings often weaken teeth and are no longer a desirable filling option. Recent innovations now allow us to replace old silver fillings with composite or porcelain fillings that are stronger, safer and more natural looking.

Crowns back to top

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Teeth are often restored using silver or composite plastic fillings. However, when too much of a tooth’s structure is removed to support a filling, a crown or “cap” may be needed. A crown may be needed to:

• Restore a tooth when it is unable to support a large filling
• Protect a weak tooth from fracturing or restore fractured teeth
• Cover badly shaped or discolored teeth
• Cover dental implants or a root canal

A crown essentially covers a tooth to restore it to its natural shape and size. This permanent covering fits over your original tooth to strengthen or improve the appearance of the tooth. Fitting a crown generally requires at least two visits to the dentist’s office. The first visit entails preparing and shaping the tooth for a temporary crown. Once the porcelain crown has been manufactured, a second appointment is scheduled to fit and cement the permanent crown into place.

Bridges back to top

Healthy and strong teeth support and maintain your jaw alignment. That is why when you lose one or more teeth, your remaining teeth may shift, and the ability to chew and speak may be affected. A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, eliminating the gap where those teeth had been. The bridge is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support. Regardless of the type of bridge recommended, its success depends on keeping the surrounding teeth healthy and strong.

Relaxed Dentistry back to top

Many people are afraid or uncomfortable going to the dentist. We offer anxiety-free dental procedures for patients who fear dental procedures or have difficulty becoming numb. Dr. Slate will completely numb the area using a topical gel, where you will get a completely gentle injection. Our local anesthetic also inhibits pain in your mouth by blocking the nerves that sense and transmit pain. The result is a comfortable and anxiety-free dental procedure that will leave you smiling!

Invisalign Teeth Straightening back to top

Few patients want to endure years of wearing metal braces. Now you don’t have to! One of the most popular, new orthodontic treatments available is Invisalign, an alternative to metal braces. Invisalign uses a series of clear, almost invisible, removable aligners to straighten teeth. These unique, custom-made aligners move teeth in a series of very precise increments. The course of treatment, averaging only a year, involves changing aligners approximately every two weeks. And unlike braces, these clear aligners can be removed while you eat and brush your teeth as usual.

Root Canal Therapy back to top

When a tooth’s nerve or pulp area becomes diseased or injured, a special dental procedure called root canal therapy may help you save that tooth. If the diseased pulp is not removed, your tooth becomes infected and you could lose it. During a root canal, the dentist removes the pulp, cleans the root canal and seals the canal to protect it. Once you are healed, your dentist places a crown over the tooth to help make it stronger. Generally, a root canal is a relatively simple procedure with little or no discomfort.

Childrens Dentistry back to top

We offer dental services to children ages five years and up. Our dentist is comfortable with all phases of children’s dental care, including cleanings, fillings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more. We have techniques specifically designed for children, which establish trust and help your child accept dental treatment. Our team will regularly evaluate your child's dental needs to provide the highest level of prevention and treatment. As your child grows, we will monitor your child’s teeth for early treatment of bite or tooth alignment problems that may arise. We are committed to providing the best possible dental care for your child in a friendly, anxiety-free environment.