| Welcome to the
Dentist
Directory Patient Information Center. The information
presented is
intended to educate the general public on common dental
topics. Many
dental terms are commonly seen and heard in the print and
broadcast
media; as well as in our daily conversations. However, many
people
do not completely understand these dental terms unless they
have had
first hand experience with them at their dentist's office.
This information is for
educational
purposes only and should not be used for self-diagnosis or
as a
substitute for a professional dental exam and consultation
(no
matter how much you hate going to the dentist). Each case
will vary
depending on the needs and concerns of each individual. We
hope that
this information will provide you with some basic dental
knowledge
so that you and your dentist can devise a plan to keep your
smile
healthy and looking great.
Prevention
And
early
detection are key in avoiding costly and painful dental
treatment.
Prevention begins with the control of plaque and calculus,
the main
cause of decay and gum disease.
Periodontal
Disease
Is the major cause of tooth loss in adults.
Because
early periodontal disease is painless and shows few
symptoms,
patients are often unaware that there is a problem. For this
reason,
regular dental visits are essential for the early diagnosis
and
treatment of gum disease.
Restoring Damaged
Teeth
Unfortunately, teeth damaged by decay or injury
will
not heal like most other tissues in the body. They require
an
artificial material to replace and restore the damaged tooth
structure.
Root Canal Therapy
If a tooth's
pulp
(nerve and blood supply) become infected or inflamed, root
canal
treatment is often the only way to save the
tooth.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Through advances
in
modern dental materials and techniques; the shape, color,
and
alignment of your teeth can be improved to give you the
smile you've
always wanted.
Dentures
Many people believe
that
once they have dentures, they no longer need regular dental
care
because they don't have any teeth. Denture wearers require
regular
check ups and maintenance to ensure their health, comfort,
and
appearance.
Implants
For people who have
lost
teeth, implants provide artificial teeth that look more
natural and
feel more secure. Implants can be used to replace a single
missing
tooth or support a bridge, full dentures or partial
dentures.
Removal of Teeth
The goal of
modern
dentistry is to prevent tooth loss; however, there are
situations in
which extraction is the only course of treatment.
High
Tech Dentistry
Learn how technology helps provide
more
effective treatment for certain dental conditions and
increases your
understanding of recommendation made by your dentist.
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