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TOOTH WHITENING
We can help
brighten teeth discolored by age, smoking, even
medications with our state-of-the-art whitening process. The
treatment can be completed in just over an hour in our office, or
you can choose at-home treatments. A dazzling smile isn't just for
celebrities anymore. It's for you because you're worth it. It's one of the easiest and best things you can do for
your smile.
ROOT CANALS
When Dr. Brogdon
says you needs a root canal, that's actually good news. It means they
can save your tooth, instead of extracting it! The procedure is not
painful, as you may have heard. We numb the tooth so you won't feel any pain, and there is little
discomfort afterwards. Extracting the tooth would be less healthy
and more expensive.
We clean the invasive bacteria out of the root, filling it up with
biocompatible material that soothes the area then seal it back up
again. Top it off with a solid filling or a crown, and you're as
good as new!
CROWN AND BRIDGE DENTISTRY
Crown and bridge
dentistry refers to the restoration of natural teeth that have been
damaged, decayed or lost. Once your teeth have been examined and
your dental and medical history have been evaluated by Dr. Brogdon,
we will be ready to provide diagnosis and treatment options. We can
replace your old crowns and bridges with metal-free restorations.
There is a huge difference between metal fillings and our
new porcelain restorations that reflect the translucence of natural
teeth. Your new metal-free crowns, inlays and bridges won't show
wear or cause opposing teeth to erode, and fitting the crown or
bridge is a breeze.
RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
Restorative
Dentistry refers to the restoration of natural teeth that have been
damaged, decayed or lost. Once Dr. Brogdon has examined your teeth
and evaluated your dental and medical history, he will be ready to
provide a diagnosis and treatment options. Dr. Brogdon used numerous
methods to conservatively restore your teeth and help you obtain
optimal oral health. Please call our office at Brogdon Dental PC
with any questions you might have about the benefits of restorative dentistry.
CEREC
CEREC means we can
quickly and economically restore damaged teeth using a durable
ceramic material that matches the natural color of other teeth in
your mouth. CEREC is an acronym for Chairside Economical
Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics.
WHAT ARE THE
ADVANTAGES OF CEREC?
First and foremost,
the restoration can be performed in a single session, usually in
about one hour. With CEREC there's no need for us to make an
impression and send it to a lab. We will not inconvenience you by
asking for a second visit
Second, the
restoration is natural looking, as it is made out of tooth-colored
ceramic material. It's metal-free, no silver fillings to discolor
your smile! The ceramic material is compatible with tissue in your
mouth, high-grade, anti-abrasive and plaque-resistant. It allows us
to be extremely precise and save more of the healthy part of your
tooth.
To date this is the
strongest restoration we can offer. The bonded porcelain actually
helps strengthen the tooth which has been weakened by decay or large
old silver fillings.
PREVENTATIVE DENTISTRY
SEALANTS AND
PREVENTION
Good oral hygiene is essential to decay prevention. Good oral
hygiene means, in large part, not letting foodstuffs remain in the
mouth for long. This goal can be accomplished by appropriate food
selection and through Brushing and Flossing. Unfortunately, there
are often deep pits and grooves on the chewing surfaces of certain
teeth which cannot be effectively reached during either brushing or
flossing. For these areas it makes sense to prevent food material
from getting into these crevices. The dental materials used to make
this possible are called, appropriately enough, sealants.
How Do Sealants Work?
A sealant is a thin
covering over those tiny imperfections in teeth which trap food and
plaque. Sealants can be clear or appropriately tinted to assist
identification after being applied to the pits and grooves. They are
usually applied to the back teeth which are most decay prone.
Isn't Fluoride
Adequate Protection?
Fluoride is
effective in preventing decay on the smooth surfaces of the teeth.
It is far less effective, however in the tiny areas to which
sealants would be applied. Sealants are recommended for all children
with deep grooves in back teeth. They are particularly appropriate
for first permanent (6 year) molars since these teeth are notorious
for deep pit and groove development and erupt during more cavity
prone ages.
How Long Do Sealants
Last?
Sealants are
normally effective for several years. They cannot be properly
examined with just the naked eye. Your dentist will monitor the
state of the sealants over the years and let you know if and when
they should be redone. Longevity of sealants greatly depends upon
eating habits. Chewing ice, hard popcorn kernels and "sticky"
candies often results in less retention time of sealants.
What is the Process?
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Cleaning of the
teeth to be sealed
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Etching
(roughening) of the tooth surface so that the sealant will
adhere better
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Application of
the sealant material which quickly hardens
Sealants can be
very effective in preventing more costly dental procedures in the
future.
BRUSHING
Brushing your teeth
at least twice daily helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease, the
major causes of tooth loss. Use a soft-bristle brush and a fluoride
toothpaste to remove plaque and food particles. Replace your brush
every two to three months.
FLOSSING
You may experience
sore or bleeding gums for the first several days you floss. If
bleeding continues after the first week of flossing call your
dentist. If you have trouble handling the floss, ask your dentist
about the use of a floss holder, or other types of interdental
cleaning aids.
PLAQUE AND TARTER
CONTROL
Patients often
confuse plaque and tartar and how they are related to each other.
Plaque is a sticky,
colorless deposit of bacteria that is constantly forming on teeth.
Saliva, food and fluids combine to produce these deposits that
collect on teeth and where teeth and gums meet.
Plaque buildup is
the primary factor in periodontal (gum) disease. Fighting plaque is
a life-long component of oral care. Plaque begins forming on teeth
within hours after brushing which is why it is so important to brush
at least twice a day and floss daily.
Plaque not removed
by regular brushing and flossing can harden into unsightly tartar
(also called calculus). This crusty deposit creates a cohesive bond
that can only be removed by a dentist or a hygienist. Tartar
formation may also make it more difficult for you to remove new
plaque and bacteria. The prevention of tartar buildup above the gum
line has been shown to have a therapeutic effect on gum disease.
You can help reduce
the formation of calculus by:
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Brushing with
an ADA accepted tartar control toothpaste.
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Having your
teeth cleaned professionally every six months, or more
frequently as recommended by your dentist or hygienist.
Individuals vary
greatly in their susceptibility to plaque and tartar. For many of
us, these deposits build up faster as we age. Fighting tartar is a
life-long component of oral care.
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