February – National Children’s Dental Health Month

Getting kids started out right with their teeth is a mission of mine, and I hope yours too. Dental health has long-term implications for heart disease and stroke. Most dental problems can be avoided if usual prevent practices are followed. It is the standard of care to see little ones for a dental checkup by age 1 (well-baby checkup). If it’s time to get your children in for a checkup consider getting them in during National Childrens Dental Health Month.

I practice general, family, and cosmetic dentistry, and offer a wide range of services to all ages. All the dentistry I do is cosmetic: I do not use silver / amalgam fillings and have not since 1986. My focus is on education and prevention. I know that you can get a filling, or crown, or cleaning with any dentist – what makes a difference is how you receive the service, and I make every effort to help you feel welcome, comfortable, and respected.

• laser cavity detection
• tooth-colored fillings
• implants 1
• non-surgical periodontal treatment, root planing / scaling
• crowns, bridges, veneers
• teeth whitening
• bite guards
• nitrous oxide
• digital x-rays
• dentures (partial / complete)
• root canal treatment 2
• sealants
• sports mouthguards
• extractions  3

• 1 I restore the implant (make the crown / bridge), the actual implant is done by the oral surgeon or periodontist.
• 2 Some root canal treatment by the endodontist – as needed.
• 3 My commitment is to keep teeth and gums healthy (many extractions are treated by the oral surgeon or periodontist)
• I refer to specialists for your well being.