Services

Preventive Hygiene
A regular dental checkup is one of the most effective ways in maintaining a healthy mouth. This is done by providing a thorough examination, proper x-rays, professional removal of plaque, tartar, stain, and fluoride application if desired. Sealants (a protective coating bonded to the chewing surfaces of back teeth) are also offered to reduce cavities. Periodontal (supporting bone and gum) therapies are also delivered as needed.

Fillings
Fillings are required when dental decay is present, teeth are broken or existing fillings are in need of repair. The placement of a tooth colored filling restores the tooth as much as possible to its original structure.

Cosmetic work
Should you wish to change the appearance of your smile, we offer a choice of elective services. This may include simply whitening your natural teeth or reshaping your teeth with veneers or crowns.

Veneers
Veneers are thin porcelain facings which are bonded to the surface of your front teeth. They can be used to restore teeth that are worn or chipped, to close a space, or change the color of teeth.

Sealants
Sealants are an excellent way to reduce the incidence of cavities in a young persons mouth. A sealant is simply a very thin layer of material that is bonded to the biting surface of the back teeth creating a barrier that protects the teeth from getting cavities. No anesthetic is necessary for this procedure.

Grinding Teeth or TMJ (joint pain)
Bite adjustment and night guards, or splints are some of the options that may help with these conditions. The dentist would determine what course of treatment is best for you.

Crowns (Cap)
The crowning of a tooth provides an esthetic full coverage protection to a tooth having a large filling and is in danger of breaking, a cracked tooth, or a tooth which has been treated with a root canal. Crowns are made of full porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, or a gold blend.

Root Canal Therapy
A tooth requires root canal therapy when the nerve of the tooth becomes infected due to a large cavity or trauma. The nerve of the tooth is removed from the root or roots in order to rid the area of infection and save the tooth from extraction.

Bridges
Bridges are fixed restorations designed to replace missing teeth. It involves reducing the size of the teeth on each side of the empty space and using these teeth to support the pontic between them. Metal is used to cover the span and porcelain covers the metal and is shaded to match existing teeth.

Implants for Crowns, Bridges or Dentures
Dental implants are a type of total tooth replacement involving the placement of a titanium metal screw/root within the dental bone by a recommended Oral Surgeon. This artificial root is then allowed to heal and integrate into the bone for a period of 3 to 6 months. Once integrated, we can then make the appropriate crown or bridge attachment.

Orthodontics
On-site orthodontic treatment is provided by Dr. Paras Gosalia, of Monadnock Orthodontics but coordinated through his Peterborough office.

Bioesthetic Dentistry
Experience the health-giving comfort, function, and beauty of Bioesthetic Rejuvenation Dentistry. Now bioesthetically trained dentists can do something wonderful about worn teeth, unsatisfactory smiles, grinding and clenching, difficulty chewing, and sore jaws and joints.

Periodontal Therapy
The major reason for tooth loss in the adult population today is due to periodontal disease (not tooth decay). To prevent or stabilize this disease, a patient will require a full-mouth series of x-rays and a comprehensive examination. This may be followed by deep scaling or more specialized therapy.

Partials
Partials are an effective way to replace missing teeth. They are removable appliances and are either made with a plastic or cast metal base. They have metal clasps that attach to existing teeth, and the artificial teeth attached are made to appear the same size and color of your natural teeth.

Dentures
Dentures can be made to duplicate existing dentures or when it is necessary to remove all existing teeth. It takes several visits from start to finish and then adjustment appointments. Implants under dentures are also available in certain cases and would need to be discussed with your dentist.

Extractions
Extractions are done in this office on a case to case basis. After viewing an x-ray the dentist decides if it can be done here or if it would be better to have this done at an Oral Surgeons office.