Missing teeth can cause more than embarrassment. They can lead to gum disease, bite problems, bone loss, speech difficulties and can keep you from eating the foods you love. A dental bridge will not only restore your smile to a natural appearance, but it will also return it to comfort and function. A bridge is a custom-fit false tooth (or teeth). The bridge is permanently placed between two healthy teeth and is held in place by porcelain crowns.
So you want to enhance your smile, but you have concerns about procedures and cost. Cosmetic bonding is the perfect solution! Affordable and conservative, bonding can be used for a variety of enhancements, including whitening stain-resistant teeth (including tetracycline stains), repairing chips and closing gaps between teeth. The procedure is simple: a composite material is placed on the tooth, then shaped to the desired result. Finally, the material is hardened and polished, creating a natural appearance.
Metal fillings are not the healthiest solution, often expanding and contracting with temperature changes. This can cause cracking or allow bacteria to affect further decay. Onlays and Inlays make it possible to replace unsightly silver fillings with beautiful and healthy tooth-colored restorations. We'll design them to match your teeth, reviving your natural strength, wear, and function. With new materials such as pure porcelain, it really is finally possible to beautifully repair and restore your smile.
Orthodontics is the branch of dental care that specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities using corrective devices, such as braces. Orthodontic treatment correct the alignment of the teeth, jaws and lips and prevents physical health problems such as tooth decay, gum disease, bone destruction and chewing and digestive difficulties. Orthodontic treatment results in improved self esteem, health benefits, and a gorgeous smile!
If you have always wanted straighter teeth but dreaded the idea of a full-metal mouth, Invisalign is the solution for you. These wonderfully invisible aligners are elegantly transparent: no one but you knows they are there. They gently and effectively correct flaws in the alignment of your smile, restoring it to its most comfortable and beautiful position. Invisalign is so discreet, it is like wearing contact lenses on your teeth. Just imagine finally having beautifully straight teeth while continuing your routine as usual. Eat, brush and floss as usual. You can even remove your aligners for a special occasion.
With today's modern dental techniques, having root canals done by a dentist is no longer a scary experience. Dr. Martin and Dr. Ferraiolo are experienced in performing root canal therapy. Extensive decay, an accident, tooth fracture, or gum disease can kill teeth and cause a root canal symptom such as root canal pain or a dental abscess. However, regardless of the root canal cause, your teeth can be saved using modern therapy to do root canal treatment.
Periodontal treatment starts with prevention: regular cleanings and good hygiene habits are excellent precautions to take to avoid gum disease. The main cause of periodontal disease is bacteria in the form of a sticky, colorless plaque that constantly forms on your teeth; however, other factors can cause the disease or influence its progression. Scaling, root planing and local delivery of antimicrobials can treat and prevent the progression of the disease. In some cases, surgical therapy or cosmetic solutions may be necessary to correct the damage from gum disease physically and cosmetically. Dr. Martin and Dr. Ferraiolo can evaluate your situation and present the best treatment options for you.
A sealant is a plastic material that is usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. The grooves in the back teeth are more difficult to reach with a toothbrush and naturally attract and collect bacteria, which leads to decay. Sealing the tooth helps prevent this decay. The plastic material fits into the grooves of these back teeth and acts as a barrier, protecting the enamel from plaque and acids. They are easy for your dentist to apply...often it takes only a few minutes to seal each tooth. Sealants hold up well to natural activities, such as chewing, and usually last several years before a reapplication is necessary. Children and teenagers are the most common candidates for sealants, but adults can greatly benefit from them as well.
Dr David Martin DDS and Dr Debra Ferraiolo DMD, FAGD, Anxiety Free Dentistry - Providing services in cosmetic dentistry to the areas of North Jersey, Totowa, and Passaic County, New Jersey.
336 Union Blvd. Totowa, NJ 07512
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