PATIENT SERVICES

 

Preventative Care

> Dental Hygiene and Routine Checkups
> Periodontal (Gum) Disease
> Bite Appliances and Nightguards for    clenching, grinding and TMJ problems
> Athletic Mouthguards
> Stop Smoking

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Restorative Dentistry

> Tooth Colored Fillings

> Crowns (Caps)

> Cracked Teeth

> Replacing Missing Teeth

> Dental Implants

> Bridges

> Dentures

> Partials

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Cosmetic Dentistry

> Tooth Colored Fillings

> Porcelain Veneers and Lumineers®

> Tooth Colored (Porcelain) Crowns

> Teeth Whitening

> Smile Makeovers

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Surgical Dentistry

> Extractions and Oral Surgery

> Implants

> Endontic Therapy (Root Canals)

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Pediatric Dentistry (Children)

> Sealants

> Fluoride

> Athletic Mouthguards

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Technology and Patient Comfort

 

SURGICAL DENTISTRY

Missing teeth can negatively impact oral comfort, function, and appearance, and may contribute to serious health complications. Drs. Eberhardt will work with you to determine what your best options are for restoring your missing teeth.

 

 

Extractions and Oral Surgery

An extraction or oral surgery may be suggested to remove wisdom teeth or alleviate dental pain caused by a severely damaged, non-restorable tooth. If you require a tooth extraction or oral surgery, Drs. Eberhardt will perform your procedure with the utmost care and regard for your comfort. Our team will work hard to make your experience as comfortable and successful as possible. We will ask you to follow our post-operative instructions to ensure proper healing of your gums and teeth.

Implants

Dental Implants provide the closest possible alternative to a natural tooth. They can improve your smile and your lifestyle. They look, feel, and function like your natural teeth because of a titanium anchor attached to your jawbone. Not only are they perfect for restoring one missing tooth, they can also be used as anchors for bridges, partials, or full dentures to eliminate slipping and movement. After a thorough evaluation we can tell you whether you are a candidate for dental implants as they require adequate bone support for placement. First, a titanium cylinder is placed in the jawbone, that will serve as the root of your tooth. Once the implant is stable, we will attach a custom made, permanent crown to the titanium cylinder that will match your natural teeth to blend seamlessly with your smile. Not only does the implant give the appearance and function of natural teeth, but, you will also enjoy restored chewing function. Since implants are strong and secure, your restored smile will boost your confidence, enhance your appearance, and improve your quality of life.

Endodontic Therapy (Root Canals)

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Injured or diseased teeth can often be saved through endodontic therapy, also known as a root canal. Dr’s Eberhardt will help you determine if endodontic treatment is needed.

A root canal involves the removal and replacement of a tooth’s pulp. The pulp is the center of the tooth that contains the blood vessels, and nerve tissue. If a tooth’s pulp becomes damaged through injury or a large cavity, it is not able to repair itself. Bacteria leaks into the pulp and causes it to become severely infected where eventually the nerve tissue will die. If a root canal procedure is not performed, an abscess can form at the tip of the root which in turn may cause an infection in the jawbone. Without endodontic treatment, the tooth may have to be extracted. Sometimes, if the roots of the tooth are very curvy or if the pulp is difficult to navigate, Dr. Eberhardt may refer you to an endodontic specialist. If not, the root canal will be performed in our office using state of the art equipment to make your experience as comfortable as possible.

Root canals will usually require a couple office visits to complete. You and Dr. Eberhardt may decide that a crown is needed to further protect the tooth from damage after the root canal is completed. The restored tooth can remain healthy as long as its roots are nourished by the surrounding tissues. Good oral hygiene at home and regular dental visits will help you to keep your root canal tooth for many years to come.