| Preventive Dentistry: |
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Routine prophylaxis (cleaning), fluoride treatments, and
oral hygiene instructions. |
| Restorative Dentistry: |
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Treating existing cavities and restoring the teeth with the appropriate
dental materials for maximum comfort and function. |
| Cosmetic Dentistry: |
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Procedures that improve the appearance of the patient’s smile;
these may include bleaching, plastic bonding, porcelain veneers,
porcelain crowns, or porcelain fused to metal crowns. |
| Dental Arch Development: |
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Monitoring the facial growth of the infant and young child to assure the
appropriate relationship between the upper and lower jaws; monitoring
the eruption of the permanent teeth as they replace the baby teeth and
intervening when necessary to allow the adult teeth to align properly. |
| Orthodontics: |
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Aligning the teeth within the upper and lower jaws to maximize
mastication (chewing) and appearance. |
| Dental Facial Orthopedics: |
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Monitoring the growth of the upper and lower jaws to ensure that their bony development
results in the best facial profile possible. |
| Invisalign: |
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This system is an alternative to conventional
braces for certain orthodontic cases. Initially this technique was only
applicable to the adult dentition but now this approach is available
FOR TEENAGERS! Invisalign is a series of clear removable trays that
you change about every two weeks and
watch your teeth move toward the smile you have always wanted.
For further information please visit www.invisalign.com.
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| Myofunctional Therapy: |
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Myofuntional Therapy is a treatment discipline,
which retrains the muscles of the face and neck to function in a balanced system.
Initially oral habits such as thumb sucking, mouth breathing, tongue thrusting,
and nail biting are eliminated and correct posture and function of the muscles
influencing facial development are taught. This therapy will enhance facial
appearance and facilitate better speech and swallowing habits. Exercises also
can be designed to minimize the discomfort of of temperomandibular joint
syndrome [TMJ]. Our oralmyologist can design a treatment program
to fit the needs of your child. |
| Conscious Sedation: |
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The use of nitrous oxide
gas (laughing gas) when necessary to provide a
pleasant, safe, yet conscious environment to ensure a
positive dental experience. |
