subject: Get A Perfect Smile With General Dentistry [print this page] You may not realize it, but most Americans experience some form of periodontal disease. Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease or gingivitis, is an infection of the supportive tissues of the mouth. If left untreated, gum disease can cause tooth loss, bleeding gums, receding gums and bad breath. Your dentist will work with you to assess your periodontal health and conduct the appropriate treatment if needed. Your result is restored health of your gums and supportive tissue.
Tooth Colored Fillings
When you hear that you have a cavity or decay that must be filled, you want it gone with no reminders of its presence. You want the world to see your beautiful smile today rather than the cavities of the past. In the past, amalgam (silver) fillings were placed into the cleaned out portion of the damaged tooth. Some dentists offer tooth-colored fillings instead of silver fillings resulting in white teeth throughout your smile.
Root Canal
You have heard the horror stories and seen the television exaggeration. Despite the tales you have heard about root canals, every dentist takes great care to lead you through this minimally uncomfortable procedure. When a tooth's nerve tissue has been exceedingly damaged, a root canal may be required. Soft tissue within your tooth, or the pulp, becomes infected and inflamed and it will need to be removed. Inert material is used to fill the remaining space. The root canal is then completed with a filling or a crown.
PerioLase
As the most advanced technology and only FDA approved laser designed especially for Laser Periodontal Therapy, PerioLase treats the infection caused by periodontal disease, also known as gum disease or gingivitis. Minimally invasive, and patient friendly would describe this treatment, is also convenient, and it only requires only a two hour session. Your recovery time is reduced to a 24-hour period with PerioLase rather than two to four weeks with traditional surgery.
OraVerse
Your comfort is not only important during treatment, it is also important after your treatment is done. That is the reason some cosmetic dentist invest in OraVerse™ - the first and only product that rapidly reverses the effects of your local dental anesthetic. OraVerse is safely administered by your cosmetic dentist after your dental procedure and has been proven effective in patients ranging from 4 to 92. This breakthrough technology will allow you to get back to your normal life twice as fast.
Sleep Apnea
If you are one of the more than 12 million patients affected by sleep apnea in the United States, you know it is a disorder that disrupts your entire life, not just your sleep. Patients with untreated sleep apnea repeatedly stop breathing while sleeping. Throughout the night this symptom can happen one or hundreds of times and it can last from a few seconds to minutes. Sleep Apnea is an under-diagnosed condition that you may be unaware you are suffering from simply because it occurs while you sleep. As one of your doctor will focus areas, your can rest assured that your your cosmetic dentist will provide expert care. Some changes in your lifestyle might be included in your treatment plan such as, mouthpieces, breathing devices or, as a last resort, surgery. Then, you can finally get back to better sleep and better living.
by: Dave Stringham
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