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Dental Cleaning
We also have a Dental Hygienist who will instruct patients on how to prevent cavities by using the correct brushing techniques and demonstrate the correct use of dental floss.
We include 3 fundamental steps in every dental cleaning:
- Ultrasonic cleaning and removal of plaque.
- Polish and removal of superficial discoloration.
- Flouride session for prevention of cavities and to reduce sensitivity.
Restorative and Cosmetic
Fillings and Bondings
Recent cosmetic tendencies are towards a more natural look. One popular cosmetic treatment we provide is the removal of unsightly mercury fillings and replacing them with resin fillings which are white with a more natural look. Resin fillings have strong adhesion with the tooth and provide the best cosmetic option.
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Porcelain Veneers
We can improve the color and shape of any tooth with a 100% porcelain face that adheres to the frontal surface of the tooth without excessive reduction of the original tooth. This is a great option for improving the shape, color, and size of any tooth or group of teeth.
Porcelain Bridges and Crowns
If you are missing a part of a tooth we can replace the missing portion with a porcelain crown. In cases where an entire tooth is missing, we can make a porcelain bridge, replacing the tooth and reinforcing it by attaching it to the teeth on either side.
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Root Canal Treatment
Endodontic treatment (root canal treatment) is necessary when the pulp, the soft tissue inside the root canal, becomes inflamed or infected. The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes:
- Deep decay.
- Repeated dental procedures on the tooth, or a crack or chip in the tooth.
In addition, an injury to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chips or cracks. If pulp inflammation or infection is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess.
The endodontist or general dentist removes the inflamed or infected pulp, taking the following steps:
- Carefully cleans and shapes the inside of the canal, a channel inside the root, then fills and seals the space.
- Afterwards, you will return to your dentist, who will place a crown or other restoration on the tooth to protect and restore it to full function.
- After restoration, the tooth continues to function like any other tooth (American Association of Endodontics).
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Lower right first molar, before and after root canal treatment.
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Estimated times and costs
| TREATMENT |
# OF APPTS |
DURATION OF APPT |
NUMBER OF DAYS
BETWEEN APPTS |
COSTS |
Examination |
1 |
30 min |
none |
$30 |
Individual Periapical X-Ray |
1 |
3 min |
none |
$20 |
| X-Ray Diagnosis Set & Examination |
1 |
40 min |
none |
$100 |
New ZOOM Whitening System |
1 |
about 1hr |
none |
$300 |
Full Cleaning (3 Steps)
Ultrasonic, Polish, Fluoride |
1 |
1 hr |
none |
$85 |
Bonding / Fillings
Free Mercury Fillings |
1 |
30 min |
none |
From $55 |
100% Porcelain Crowns & Veneers |
2 |
1 hr |
7 days between 1st & 2nd appt |
From $370 |
Based Metal Porcelain Crowns |
1 or 2 |
1 hr |
5 days between 1st & 2nd appt |
$350 |
Based High Nobel Metal Porcelain |
2 or 3 |
1 hr |
7 days between 1st & 2nd appt, 5 days for the last appt |
$400 |
Gold Crown |
1 |
1 hr |
none |
$500 |
Inlays / Onlays |
2 |
1 hr |
7 days between 1st & 2nd appt |
$350 |
Partial Denture |
3 |
30 min |
4 days between 1st & 2nd appt, 5 days for the last appt |
From $300 |
Total Denture (Sup & Inf) |
3 |
30 min |
4 days between 1st & 2nd appt, 5 days for the last appt |
$700 |
Implant (Surgery) |
1 |
30 min |
none |
$850 |
Implant (Crown) |
2 |
1 hr |
7 days between 1st & 2nd appt |
$750 |
Root Canal (1 Root) |
1 |
1 hr |
none |
$150 |
Root Canal (Molars) |
1 |
1 hr |
none |
$230 |
Endopost (Pin) |
1 |
30 min |
none |
$130 |
Tooth Extraction |
1 |
15 min |
none |
$60 |
Wisdom Teeth Surgery |
1 |
30 min |
none |
From $200 |
**Note: This information is approximate, prices and times may vary depending on the condition of client's teeth.
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