Preserve & Enjoy Your Healthiest Smile

During a checkup, we will inspect for oral cancer, periodontal disease, tooth decay, and problems with old dental work. Our dental team will also show you proper ways to brush and take care of your teeth to better prevent gum disease and cavities.

Did you know gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss for American adults?

The first signs of early-stage gum disease (gingivitis) include tender, red, puffy gums, or gums that bleed when you brush your teeth. Gum disease can progress quickly into periodontitis. If left untreated, periodontitis can lead to tooth loss, gum abscesses, receding gum line, and increase risk for strokes and heart attacks.

The only way to know for sure if you have gingivitis is to see your dentist for a checkup. We offer scaling, root planing, and antibiotic therapy to destroy harmful bacteria and deter the factors that cause gum disease. In some cases, periodontal surgery may be necessary.

Do you wake up in the morning with migraines or chronic headaches? Are your teeth worn down from grinding and clenching? Does your jaw pop or cause pain?

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, you may have TMJ dysfunction. TMJ dysfunction indicates a misalignment of the temporomandibular joints at the sides of the face, which can cause pain and other issues, including:

• Chronic earaches
• Facial, neck, jaw, or shoulder pain
• Tingling extremities
• Inability to open and close jaws comfortably
• Bruxism (grinding of teeth)

Our dentists can assess your bite to determine whether you suffer from TMJ dysfunction. We may recommend non-surgical, splint therapy to correct your bite and relieve the painful symptoms. In some cases, we may refer patients to a TMJ specialist.