General Dentistry

Regular dental cleanings and exams are a critical part of preventive health care. the dentist or hygienist will clean your teeth and check for cavities and gum disease. The exam includes evaluating your risk of developing other oral problems and checking your face, neck, and mouth for abnormalities. 

These treatments are an important part of restoring health to your teeth and gums, as well as preventing tooth loss. There are both surgical and non-surgical treatments for gum disease. Your best option will depend upon your individual case, but generally, the least invasive procedures are preferred whenever possible.

There are different levels to oral cancer screening, and your dentist is most likely to give you a basic exam that includes a thorough look at all the parts of your mouth, including Your lips, both outside and inside, Your gums, Your tongue, from all sides and underneath, The insides of your cheeks, The roof of your mouth, The back of your throat

Tooth extraction is performed by a dentist or oral surgeon and is a relatively quick outpatient procedure with either local, general, intravenous anesthesia, or a combination. Removing visible teeth is a simple extraction. Teeth that are broken, below the surface, or impacted require a more involved procedure.

Root canal therapy, also known as endodontic therapy, is a dental treatment for removing the infection from inside a tooth. It can also protect the tooth from future infections.

Wisdom teeth removal surgery is an outpatient procedure that is typically performed by a dentist or oral surgeon. The surgeon will cut into the gums and remove the tooth, either as a whole tooth or in pieces. You’ll be under anesthesia, which could include nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or intravenous (IV) sedation. Your surgeon will decide which sedation to use based on your comfort level as well as the complexity and number of extractions required.

Oral surgery refers to any surgical procedure performed in or around your mouth and jaw, usually by a dental specialist who’s trained to perform certain kinds of oral surgeries. 

During TMJ arthroscopy, your doctor inserts a small thin tube (cannula) into the joint space, and a small camera (arthroscope) is then inserted to view the area and to help determine a diagnosis.