Periodontal Care
Periodontal diseases are classified according to the severity of the disease. The two major stages are gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is a milder and
reversible form of periodontal disease that only affects the gums. Gingivitis may lead to more serious, destructive forms of periodontal disease called periodontitis.
Eighty to 90% of all teenagers have some form of gingivitis (inflamed gums). Also, 75% of adults over the age of 35 lose their teeth due to periodontal disease. With
these statistics, early treatment and prevention is essential.
Warning signs of periodontal disease include bleeding, swollen, red or tender gums, gums that have pulled away from the teeth, persistent bad breath, loose teeth
and any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite. However, it is possible to have periodontal disease and have no warning signs. That is one reason
why regular dental checkups and periodontal examinations are very important. Treatment methods depend upon the type of disease and how far the condition has
progressed. Good oral hygiene at home is essential to help keep periodontal disease from becoming more serious or recurring. You don’t have to lose teeth to
periodontal disease. Brush, floss, eat a balanced diet, and schedule regular dental visits with Eagle Valley Dental for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Gingivtis: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Periodontal Disease: Broadband| Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Scaling and Root Planing: Broadband | Dial up)
Bridges
A dental bridge is a false tooth, known as a pontic, which is fused between two porcelain crowns to fill in the area left by a missing tooth. The two crowns holding it in
place that are attached onto your teeth on each side of the false tooth. This is known as a fixed bridge. This procedure is used to replace one or more missing teeth.
Fixed bridges cannot be taken out of your mouth as you might do with removable partial dentures. non-removable bridge can restore your teeth to normal function by
replacing missing teeth. It will improve the entire health of your mouth by keeping the surrounding teeth in position and can also help maintain the structure of your
face and jaw.
In areas of your mouth that are under less stress, such as your front teeth, a cantilever bridge may be used. Cantilever bridges are used when there are teeth on only
one side of the open space. Bridges can reduce your risk of gum disease, help correct some bite issues and even improve your speech. Bridges require your
commitment to serious oral hygiene, but will last as many ten years or more.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Bridges: Broadband | Dial up)
Root Canal Treatment
Once upon a time, if you had a tooth with a diseased nerve, you'd probably lose that tooth. Today, with a special dental procedure called a root canal therapy you may
save that tooth. Inside each tooth is the pulp which provides nutrients and nerves to the tooth, it runs like a thread down through the root. When the pulp is diseased
or injured, the pulp tissue dies. If you don't remove it, your tooth gets infected and you could lose it. After one of our dentists removes the pulp, the root canal is
cleaned and sealed off to protect it. Then the dentist places a crown over the tooth to help make it stronger.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Treatment of Abscessed Teeth: Broadband | Dial up)
Tooth Decay and Repair
that will slowly dissolve the calcium in your teeth causing tooth decay. The bacteria that causes decay is known as Streptococcus mutans. Because the acidic that
will slowly dissolve the calcium in your teeth causing tooth decay. The bacteria that causes decay is known as Streptococcus mutans. Because the acidic plaque
rests against the tooth, the acid dissolves the calcium molecules from the tooth surface. When enough calcium dissolves from the tooth surfaces, the surface
breaks and forms a hole. That is how cavities form.
surface breaks and forms a hole. That is how cavities form.
Most cavities can be identified when your teeth are examined by one of our dentists during your regular dental checkup. However, interproximal cavities (cavities
between the teeth), cannot be detected without the use of x-ray. Utilizing digital x-ray gives our dentists the opportunity to see potential problems occurring in your
mouth, such as decay or fractured teeth. Often, a tooth will not start bothering you until there is significant loss of tooth structure. With the help of the digital x-ray,
problems can be detected earlier, before you experience a toothache.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on What Are Cavities?: : Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Dental Caries is an Infectious Disease: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Composite Fillings: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Amalgam Fillings: Broadband | Dial up)
Crowns
A crown can cover a tooth and restore it to its normal shape and size. It can make your tooth stronger and improve its appearance. A crown can cover and support a
tooth with a large filling when there isn't enough tooth left. It can be used to attach a bridge, protect a weak tooth from breaking or restore one that's already broken. A
crown is a good way to cover teeth that are discolored or badly shaped. It can also be used to cover a dental implant.
Implants
Crowns and conventional bridges or dentures may not be your only options when replacing missing teeth. For some people, dental implants offer a smile that looks
and feels very natural. Surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments, implants fuse to the jawbone and serve as a base for individual replacement
teeth, bridges or a denture.
Implants offer stability because they fuse to your bone. Integration of the implants into your jaw also helps your replacement teeth feel more natural and some people
also find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes.
Candidates for dental implants need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. A thorough evaluation by a dentist will help determine whether
you are a good candidate for dental implants.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Dental Implants: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Single Tooth Implant: Broadband | Dial up)
Oral Surgery
The goal of modern dentistry is to prevent tooth loss. When a tooth cannot be saved, extraction (removal) of the tooth may be the only course of treatment. A
panoramic x-ray allows us to see a complete picture of the alignment of your jaw, the positioning of your teeth and if there is sufficient space for your third molars
(wisdom teeth) to fully erupt. In addition, it is an excellent diagnostic tool for evaluating the supporting bone for possible cysts or tumors. Most minor surgeries are
performed at our facility; however, we may choose to refer more complicated cases to an oral maxillofacial surgeon.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Tooth Extraction: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Wisdom Teeth: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Do We Need Our Wisdom Teeth?: Broadband | Dial up)
Dentures
If you’ve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from periodontal disease, tooth decay or injury, complete dentures can replace your missing teeth and your smile.
Replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. Without support from the denture, facial muscles sag, making a person look older. You’ll be
able to eat and speak -- things that people often take for granted until their natural teeth are lost.
There are various types of complete dentures. A conventional full denture is made and placed in the patient’s mouth after the remaining teeth are removed and
tissues have healed which may take several months. An immediate complete denture is inserted as soon as the remaining teeth are removed. One of our dentists
will take measurements and make models of the patient’s jaws during a preliminary visit. With immediate dentures, the denture wearer does not have to be without
teeth during the healing period.
Even if you wear full dentures, you still must take good care of your mouth. Brush your gums, tongue and palate every morning with a soft-bristled brush before you
insert your dentures to stimulate circulation in your tissues and help remove plaque.
Partial Dentures
Missing teeth is a common problem for many people who have had teeth removed because of extensive cavities, gum disease, injuries, and those who may not
have developed some of their teeth due to an inherited trait. The three most common ways a dentist can replace one or more missing teeth are a bridge (a series of
joined caps), an implant(s), or a removable partial denture. Although a bridge or dental implant(s) has certain advantages when compared to a removable partial
denture, in some cases, the removable partial denture may be the best or only choice available.
Removable partial denture consists of a metal base that has acrylic teeth attached to it. Metal clasps are the hook-like structures that help hold the removable partial
denture in place.
Athletic Mouthguards
We provide state-of-the-art, custom made athletic mouthguards for all patients requiring protection during athletic competition in "at-risk" sports. Store-bought, over-
the-counter mouthguards do not fit as well, nor do they provide the necessary protection to help prevent dental/facial injuries. The only mouthguard that should be
worn is one made from a model of the wearer's mouth. Each patient has individual requirements for fit, comfort, level of competition and compliance. Our
professionally designed, custom made mouthguards satisfy all of these important requirements.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Mouthguards: Broadband | Dial up)
Periodontal diseases are classified according to the severity of the disease. The two major stages are gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is a milder and
reversible form of periodontal disease that only affects the gums. Gingivitis may lead to more serious, destructive forms of periodontal disease called periodontitis.
Eighty to 90% of all teenagers have some form of gingivitis (inflamed gums). Also, 75% of adults over the age of 35 lose their teeth due to periodontal disease. With
these statistics, early treatment and prevention is essential.
Warning signs of periodontal disease include bleeding, swollen, red or tender gums, gums that have pulled away from the teeth, persistent bad breath, loose teeth
and any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite. However, it is possible to have periodontal disease and have no warning signs. That is one reason
why regular dental checkups and periodontal examinations are very important. Treatment methods depend upon the type of disease and how far the condition has
progressed. Good oral hygiene at home is essential to help keep periodontal disease from becoming more serious or recurring. You don’t have to lose teeth to
periodontal disease. Brush, floss, eat a balanced diet, and schedule regular dental visits with Eagle Valley Dental for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Gingivtis: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Periodontal Disease: Broadband| Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Scaling and Root Planing: Broadband | Dial up)
Bridges
A dental bridge is a false tooth, known as a pontic, which is fused between two porcelain crowns to fill in the area left by a missing tooth. The two crowns holding it in
place that are attached onto your teeth on each side of the false tooth. This is known as a fixed bridge. This procedure is used to replace one or more missing teeth.
Fixed bridges cannot be taken out of your mouth as you might do with removable partial dentures. non-removable bridge can restore your teeth to normal function by
replacing missing teeth. It will improve the entire health of your mouth by keeping the surrounding teeth in position and can also help maintain the structure of your
face and jaw.
In areas of your mouth that are under less stress, such as your front teeth, a cantilever bridge may be used. Cantilever bridges are used when there are teeth on only
one side of the open space. Bridges can reduce your risk of gum disease, help correct some bite issues and even improve your speech. Bridges require your
commitment to serious oral hygiene, but will last as many ten years or more.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Bridges: Broadband | Dial up)
Root Canal Treatment
Once upon a time, if you had a tooth with a diseased nerve, you'd probably lose that tooth. Today, with a special dental procedure called a root canal therapy you may
save that tooth. Inside each tooth is the pulp which provides nutrients and nerves to the tooth, it runs like a thread down through the root. When the pulp is diseased
or injured, the pulp tissue dies. If you don't remove it, your tooth gets infected and you could lose it. After one of our dentists removes the pulp, the root canal is
cleaned and sealed off to protect it. Then the dentist places a crown over the tooth to help make it stronger.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Treatment of Abscessed Teeth: Broadband | Dial up)
Tooth Decay and Repair
that will slowly dissolve the calcium in your teeth causing tooth decay. The bacteria that causes decay is known as Streptococcus mutans. Because the acidic that
will slowly dissolve the calcium in your teeth causing tooth decay. The bacteria that causes decay is known as Streptococcus mutans. Because the acidic plaque
rests against the tooth, the acid dissolves the calcium molecules from the tooth surface. When enough calcium dissolves from the tooth surfaces, the surface
breaks and forms a hole. That is how cavities form.
surface breaks and forms a hole. That is how cavities form.
Most cavities can be identified when your teeth are examined by one of our dentists during your regular dental checkup. However, interproximal cavities (cavities
between the teeth), cannot be detected without the use of x-ray. Utilizing digital x-ray gives our dentists the opportunity to see potential problems occurring in your
mouth, such as decay or fractured teeth. Often, a tooth will not start bothering you until there is significant loss of tooth structure. With the help of the digital x-ray,
problems can be detected earlier, before you experience a toothache.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on What Are Cavities?: : Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Dental Caries is an Infectious Disease: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Composite Fillings: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Amalgam Fillings: Broadband | Dial up)
Crowns
A crown can cover a tooth and restore it to its normal shape and size. It can make your tooth stronger and improve its appearance. A crown can cover and support a
tooth with a large filling when there isn't enough tooth left. It can be used to attach a bridge, protect a weak tooth from breaking or restore one that's already broken. A
crown is a good way to cover teeth that are discolored or badly shaped. It can also be used to cover a dental implant.
Implants
Crowns and conventional bridges or dentures may not be your only options when replacing missing teeth. For some people, dental implants offer a smile that looks
and feels very natural. Surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments, implants fuse to the jawbone and serve as a base for individual replacement
teeth, bridges or a denture.
Implants offer stability because they fuse to your bone. Integration of the implants into your jaw also helps your replacement teeth feel more natural and some people
also find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes.
Candidates for dental implants need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. A thorough evaluation by a dentist will help determine whether
you are a good candidate for dental implants.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Dental Implants: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Single Tooth Implant: Broadband | Dial up)
Oral Surgery
The goal of modern dentistry is to prevent tooth loss. When a tooth cannot be saved, extraction (removal) of the tooth may be the only course of treatment. A
panoramic x-ray allows us to see a complete picture of the alignment of your jaw, the positioning of your teeth and if there is sufficient space for your third molars
(wisdom teeth) to fully erupt. In addition, it is an excellent diagnostic tool for evaluating the supporting bone for possible cysts or tumors. Most minor surgeries are
performed at our facility; however, we may choose to refer more complicated cases to an oral maxillofacial surgeon.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Tooth Extraction: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Wisdom Teeth: Broadband | Dial up)
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Do We Need Our Wisdom Teeth?: Broadband | Dial up)
Dentures
If you’ve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from periodontal disease, tooth decay or injury, complete dentures can replace your missing teeth and your smile.
Replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. Without support from the denture, facial muscles sag, making a person look older. You’ll be
able to eat and speak -- things that people often take for granted until their natural teeth are lost.
There are various types of complete dentures. A conventional full denture is made and placed in the patient’s mouth after the remaining teeth are removed and
tissues have healed which may take several months. An immediate complete denture is inserted as soon as the remaining teeth are removed. One of our dentists
will take measurements and make models of the patient’s jaws during a preliminary visit. With immediate dentures, the denture wearer does not have to be without
teeth during the healing period.
Even if you wear full dentures, you still must take good care of your mouth. Brush your gums, tongue and palate every morning with a soft-bristled brush before you
insert your dentures to stimulate circulation in your tissues and help remove plaque.
Partial Dentures
Missing teeth is a common problem for many people who have had teeth removed because of extensive cavities, gum disease, injuries, and those who may not
have developed some of their teeth due to an inherited trait. The three most common ways a dentist can replace one or more missing teeth are a bridge (a series of
joined caps), an implant(s), or a removable partial denture. Although a bridge or dental implant(s) has certain advantages when compared to a removable partial
denture, in some cases, the removable partial denture may be the best or only choice available.
Removable partial denture consists of a metal base that has acrylic teeth attached to it. Metal clasps are the hook-like structures that help hold the removable partial
denture in place.
Athletic Mouthguards
We provide state-of-the-art, custom made athletic mouthguards for all patients requiring protection during athletic competition in "at-risk" sports. Store-bought, over-
the-counter mouthguards do not fit as well, nor do they provide the necessary protection to help prevent dental/facial injuries. The only mouthguard that should be
worn is one made from a model of the wearer's mouth. Each patient has individual requirements for fit, comfort, level of competition and compliance. Our
professionally designed, custom made mouthguards satisfy all of these important requirements.
(See the American Dental Association's Short Video on Mouthguards: Broadband | Dial up)
| This is gingivitis -- a reversible condition that can be treated at our office |
| When gingivitis is left untreated, this is the result -- advanced periodontal disease. Don't let this be you! |
Healthy mouth and gingiva. Note the
healthy light pink color of the gingiva.
healthy light pink color of the gingiva.
| Normal function and a beautiful smile is restored by a non-removable bridge |
| Teeth are meant to last a lifetime. No matter what your age, good oral health is important. When your mouth is healthy, you can smile, talk, laugh, and eat the foods you need for good nutrition. Tooth decay can happen as long as you have natural teeth in your mouth. Periodontal (gum) disease affects three out of four adults at some time in their lives. It doesn’t necessarily hurt and you may not even be aware you have it until an advanced stage. Regular dental visits are essential for detecting it at an early stage, before the gums and the supporting bone are irreversibly damaged. Here’s the good news: Most conditions that threaten oral health can either be prevented or else treated effectively. So don't wait -- call for an appointment today! |
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The information on this site is not intended to
diagnose or treat any specific dental or
medical ailment. Consulting one of our dentist
for a thorough examination is the best way to
diagnose any dental ailment.
information and educational purposes only.
The information on this site is not intended to
diagnose or treat any specific dental or
medical ailment. Consulting one of our dentist
for a thorough examination is the best way to
diagnose any dental ailment.
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