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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 our daily converstations. However, many people do not completely understand these dental terms unless they have had first hand experience with them at their dentists' 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. Prevnetion begins with the control of plague and calculus, the main cause of decay and gum disease.

Periodontal Disease
is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because of 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 articial 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. For a list of some cosmetic procedures that we offer, click here.

Dentures
Many people believe that once you have dentures, they no longer need regular dental care because they don't have any teeth. Denture require regular check ups and maintenance to ensure their health, comfort, and appearance.

Implants
For people who have lost teeth, implants provide aritifial teeth that look more natural and feel more secure. Implants can be used to replace a single tooth or can be a bridge support as well as fuyll and 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 fo treatment.

High Tech Dentistry
Learn how technology helps provide more effective treatment for certain dental conditions and increase your understanding of recommendations made by your dentist.