Our Specialities

Services at Our Dental Practice

At our dental practice, we specialize in a few key areas and pride ourselves on the distinct qualities that set us apart from other dental practices.

1. Comprehensive Family Dentistry: We provide a wide range of services from preventative check-ups to advanced restorative procedures, making us a one-stop destination for the whole family's dental needs.
2. Cosmetic Dentistry Expertise: We offer a broad array of cosmetic services, including teeth whitening, veneers, Invisalign, and full smile makeovers. Our team is highly skilled in enhancing smiles while preserving oral health and function.
3. Dental Implant Specialization: We have dentists who have received extensive training in implantology. They can handle everything from a single tooth implant to complex full-mouth reconstructions.
4. Pediatric Dentistry: We have pediatric specialists who are specifically trained to provide dental care tailored to children’s unique needs. They create a fun and welcoming environment that helps children feel at ease.
5. Emergency Dental Care: We understand dental emergencies can occur at any time, so we always keep slots open for same-day emergency appointments to ensure we can assist when you need us most.

How We Differ From the Competition

At our practice, we believe everyone deserves a healthy, confident smile, and we’re dedicated to making that possible in the most caring, personalized, and comfortable manner.

Here's what sets us apart from our competition:

1. Personalized Care: We truly listen to our patients' concerns and customize our care to meet each individual's needs and preferences. We take the time to explain each procedure thoroughly and answer any questions, ensuring our patients feel comfortable and informed about their dental care.
2. Advanced Technology: We utilize cutting-edge dental technology like digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and CAD/CAM systems for the most accurate diagnoses and treatment plans. This advanced technology also makes our treatments more efficient, comfortable, and effective.
3. Comfort Focus: We understand that going to the dentist can be stressful for some people. That’s why we've created a relaxing environment with amenities like noise-canceling headphones and comfortable dental chairs. We also offer sedation options for those with dental anxiety.
4. Community Involvement: As a locally-owned practice, we are committed to giving back to our community. We regularly participate in local events, sponsor local teams and schools, and provide dental health education in the community.
5. Sustainability Practices: We're mindful of our impact on the environment and have incorporated several eco-friendly practices, such as digital charting and X-rays to reduce paper waste, and energy-efficient appliances and lighting.

Services We Offer

Dental Checkups and Cleanings

Regular checkups and cleanings are crucial for maintaining good oral health, preventing cavities, and catching any potential dental issues early.

• When needed: Recommended every six months, or as advised by the dentist.
• Who's involved: The dental hygienist performs the cleaning, and the dentist does the checkup.
• Materials needed: Various dental tools such as scalers, polishers, mirrors, and a dental chair.
• Time: Typically about 30-60 minutes.
• Price: $200 - $350
• Insurance: Most dental insurance plans cover 100% of the cost of checkups and cleanings twice a year.

Dental X-rays

X-rays help dentists view the interior structures of the mouth, such as the roots of the teeth and the jawbone. They are necessary for diagnosing issues not visible to the naked eye.

• When needed: Typically done annually, or more often if needed for diagnosis or treatment.
• Who's involved: A dental assistant or hygienist usually takes the X-rays, which are then reviewed by the dentist.
• Materials needed: X-ray machine and lead apron.
• Time: Around 15-30 minutes.
• Price: $100 - $250
• Insurance: Dental insurance often covers X-rays as they are considered a preventive service.

Fillings

Fillings are used to restore teeth damaged by decay back to their normal function and shape.

• When needed: When a tooth has a cavity or minor decay.
• Who's involved: The dentist performs the procedure.
• Materials needed: The decayed tooth material is removed, the area cleaned, and then filled with a filling material such as composite resin or amalgam.
• Time: About 30-60 minutes per filling.
• Price: $100 - $300 per filling, depending on the material used.
• Insurance: Most dental insurance plans cover a significant portion of the cost of fillings.

Dental Crowns

Okay, not that kind of crown. Crowns (or caps) are used to restore the shape, size, and strength of a damaged tooth.

• When needed: When a tooth has a large filling, has had a root canal, is broken, or is worn down.
• Who's involved: The dentist and a dental laboratory for crown fabrication.
• Materials needed: Impression materials, temporary crown materials, and the permanent crown.
• Time: Two visits about two weeks apart, each lasting 60-90 minutes.
• Price: $800 - $1500 per crown, depending on the material used.
• Insurance: Most dental insurance plans partially cover crowns as they are often considered a necessary treatment.

Root Canal Treatment

This treatment is necessary to save and repair a tooth that is severely decayed or infected.

• When Needed: When the tooth's nerve and pulp become irritated, inflamed, or infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, or a crack or chip in the tooth.
• Who's Involved: The dentist or an endodontist.
• Materials Needed: Dental tools for drilling, cleaning, and filling the tooth, and a dental dam to isolate the tooth.
• Time: About 60-90 minutes per tooth.
• Price: $700 - $1200 per tooth.
• Insurance: Many dental insurance plans cover part of the cost of root canal treatments.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening enhances the appearance of teeth by reducing stains and discoloration.

• When needed: Ideal for patients seeking a brighter smile. Frequency depends on personal habits such as diet, smoking, and dental hygiene.
• Who's involved: The dentist or a dental hygienist.
• Materials needed: Whitening solution, often hydrogen or carbamide peroxide, and LED light.
• Time: About 60-90 minutes.
• Price: $300 - $600 per session.
• Insurance: Usually not covered by dental insurance as it's considered a cosmetic procedure.

Dental Veneers

Veneers improve the appearance of teeth by correcting issues such as discoloration, chips, gaps, or irregular shapes.

• When needed: When a patient desires cosmetic improvements to their smile.
• Who's involved: The dentist and a dental laboratory for veneer fabrication.
• Materials needed: Dental impression materials and the custom-made veneers, usually made from porcelain.
• Time: Two visits about two weeks apart, each lasting 60-120 minutes.
• Price: $800 - $2000 per veneer.
• Insurance: Generally not covered by dental insurance as it's a cosmetic procedure.

Orthodontic Treatment (Braces or Invisalign)

Orthodontic treatments correct misaligned teeth or jaw, improving oral health and aesthetics.

• When needed: When a patient has crooked teeth, overcrowding, or a malocclusion (bad bite).
• Who's involved: The dentist or orthodontist.
• Materials needed: Braces or Invisalign aligners, spacers, retainers.
• Time: Treatment length varies, typically 18-24 months with monthly adjustment visits.
• Price: $3000 - $7000 for traditional braces, $4000 - $8000 for Invisalign.
• Insurance: Many dental insurance plans provide coverage for orthodontic treatments.

Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal therapy treats various stages of gum disease, aiming to restore gum health.

• When needed: When a patient has gingivitis or periodontitis.
• Who's involved: The dentist or a periodontist, and a dental hygienist.
• Materials needed: Ultrasonic scalers, hand scalers, and possibly local anesthesia.
• Time: 60-120 minutes, may require multiple visits.
• Price: $500 - $1000 for non-surgical therapy, $1000 - $3000 for surgical therapy.
• Insurance: Many dental insurance plans provide coverage for periodontal treatments.

Dental Implants

Dental implants provide a strong foundation for fixed or removable replacement teeth that are made to match your natural teeth.

• When needed: When a patient has lost a tooth due to injury, disease, or extraction.
• Who's involved: The dentist or oral surgeon, and a dental laboratory for implant fabrication.
• Materials needed: Dental drill, implant (a titanium post), and a custom-made crown.
• Time: Multiple visits over several months.
• Price: $2000 - $5000 per implant, including the abutment and crown.
• Insurance: Coverage varies. Some dental insurance plans partially cover the cost of implants.

Emergency Dentistry

Our dental staff has a rotating on-call schedule for emergency dental services. Emergency dental services are necessary in situations where patients experience severe tooth pain, trauma, or other urgent dental issues that require immediate attention outside of regular office hours.

The following qualify as emergencies:

• Same-day emergency appointments.
• Toothache and dental pain relief.
• Broken or chipped tooth repair.
• Lost or knocked-out tooth treatment.
• Emergency root canal therapy.
  

More information about our emergency services:

• Who's involved: The dentist or oral surgeon, dental assistants, and/or hygienists.
• Materials needed: Dental drill, implant (a titanium post), and a custom-made crown.
• Time: Between 30 minutes to 2 hours.
• Price: Contingent on the complexity of the case.
• Insurance: Coverage varies, depending on the emergency.