If the dental cavity is not large enough to cause the tooth to fail, a root canal treatment will be recommended. Root canal treatment allows the patient to save the tooth. The root canal treatment comprises of removal of the infected nerve tissue and filling the tooth with biologically inert material. The root canal treatment will be performed by your general dentist, family dentist, or endodontist.
Once the root canal treatment is completed by your dentist, they will recommend a dental crown to protect the tooth. A dental crown is very important part of the success of your root canal […]
Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces have been the standard of care for people who want straight teeth. Metal braces are great for correcting aesthetics, and helping prevent gum and TMJ problems. Your general dentist or orthodontist can will take impressions of your teeth to have study models to tailor your treatment. Traditional metal braces can be placed in one appointment at your dentist’s office.
Traditional metal braces are great for patients who are non-complaint because they give your general dentist or orthodontist more control. Metal braces cannot be taken off so you cannot lose them. It is ideal for busy teens that […]
Tooth loss either due to gum disease or dental cavities effects an individual’s ability to eat food and speak. When the person is missing multiple teeth removable partial dentures are an option to restore in addition to dental bridges and dental implants to restore form and function. Partial dentures are great because they can replace multiple missing teeth at once. This helps to prevent your teeth from shifting and allows you to function better enabling your to eat and speak as it supports the muscles for chewing.
At Carrollton Smiles, Dr. Sirisha Bhandaru creates custom lab fabricated partial dentures for her […]
Complete loss of dentition on the top or bottom jaw is a very traumatic experience which causes difficulties in chewing, speech, appearance of an individual. The missing teeth also causes TMJ problems as well as pain in ear and neck. One way to alleviate the problems associated with complete loss of dentition is to get a removable complete denture.
Many patients choose removable complete dentures to restore their smile and the shape of their face. A full set of removable complete dentures can be created in a relatively short period of time that replace all of a patient’s natural teeth. The […]
Invisalign is one of the latest technologies in braces. Your general dentist or orthodontist makes impressions of your teeth and sends them for fabrication of custom aligners. The computer scans the models and your dentist formulates a treatment plan just for you to correct irregular teeth.
Dental Insurance Under Age 24 and a Student
Most dental insurances that have benefits for braces or orthodontic treatment pay for a portion of Invisalign cost. The patient is responsible for the amount the dental insurance does not pay. Most dental insurances pay for dental braces up to age of 24. If you are under […]
Dental retainers are essential for success of traditional dental braces or Invisalign treatment. Teeth have a tendency to move back to original position if they are not retained at the ideal position for a sufficient amount of time. It takes time for the bone to completely remodel to the new tooth positions.
It is recommended to wear dental retainers 24 hours a day for at minimum the first 12 months after the traditional braces or Invisalign treatment is completed. After that it is recommended to wear at night for a lifetime of success. These dental retainers are removable and need to […]
Our teeth have 3 layers. The outer layer is enamel, which protects the tooth. The second layer is dentin, which has nerves. The inner most layer is dental pulp, which has blood vessels and nerves. When the teeth are not kept clean bacteria grow in the plaque which forms as a result of leftover food debris. This enables the bacteria to release acids that dissolve the teeth and cause cavities.
At your regular dental cleaning visit your dentist will look at your cavity detecting x-rays. It is recommended to get the cavities taken care of with dental fillings as soon as […]
When the dental cavity compromises the tooth, a root canal treatment will be recommended. Root canal treatment allows the patient to save the tooth. The root canal treatment comprises of removal of the infected nerve tissue and filling the tooth with biologically inert material. The root canal treatment will be performed by your general dentist, family dentist, or endodontist.
When your general dentist advises, or recommends a root canal treatment it is suggested to have it done as soon as possible. Long standing dental infections are hard to treat as bacteria colonizes in the area decreasing the chances of root canal […]
Dental braces are placed on teeth to correct crooked, uneven bite. Your family dentist or orthodontist does an initial consult appointment where impressions of your teeth are made and x-rays taken so your dentist can study the growth of your jaw. The brackets or braces are placed on the teeth and you are on your way to achieving the smile of your dreams.
It is very essential to keep up with your appointments so that the results can be achieved in a timely fashion. Since it is not possible to accomplish major tooth movements with Invisalign, traditional metal braces are the […]
Uneven, crooked, and discolored teeth affect the smile of an individual. Dental veneers are an easy and quick way to improve your smile. If you have discolored teeth as a result of tetracycline stains, fluoride stains, deformed or malformed teeth you may be a candidate of dental veneers.
Dental veneers are thin porcelain jackets that are adhered to the teeth. The teeth are minimally prepared so a majority of the tooth structure is saved. Periodically in some cases dental veneers do de-bond requiring to be put back on.
The patient needs to take care of the dental veneers meticulously. Brushing […]
