Family Dentistry
Professional Cleanings At Family Dental Center
Why Are Professional Cleanings So Important?
The top two reasons adults lose teeth are cavities and gum disease, which is why, on top of a good dental hygiene routine, regular professional cleaning appointments are so crucial. Even the best daily brushing and flossing won’t get every bit of plaque between teeth and along the gum lines, and that plaque eventually hardens into tartar. Professional cleaning gets rid of all that tartar and keeps your teeth and gums on track to stay healthy.
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How Often Should I Come In For Cleanings?
In general, patients should schedule basic cleaning appointments twice a year, but it’s important to talk to our dentists about their individual dental health needs. Patients with risk factors for developing gum disease may need more frequent cleanings.
Schedule Your Next Cleaning With Family Dental Center
If it’s been six months or longer since your last appointment, what are you waiting for? Give us a call at (708)599-8122 or send us a email today to schedule your next one. We want to give our patients all the tools they need to fight back against cavities, gum disease, and tooth loss.
Composite (White) Fillings
Composite Fillings from Family Dental Center
Composite (white) fillings are used to replace and restore damaged tooth structure and also broken-down amalgam or metal fillings.
If you’re interested in replacing your silver fillings with composite (white) fillings, please reach out to schedule a consultation. Give us a call at (708)599-8122 or email us.
Dental Crowns & Bridges
What Are Dental Crowns Made From?
Crowns are made from different types of material. Early in dentistry, they were made from metals like stainless steel. Here at Family Dental Center, we use porcelain crowns.
The reason that we recommend porcelain is because of its strength and cosmetic appeal. Porcelain provides a better color match than other materials. It is also better for those who have metal allergies.
How Long Do Dental Crowns Last?
Crowns can last up to fifteen years, depending on your oral health habits and the amount of wear and tear they receive. After we place your dental crown, you’ll want to stay away from chewing ice and other hard materials, grinding your teeth, biting your fingernails, and opening packages with your teeth. This will help your crown last as long as possible.
What Is A Dental Bridge?
One of the most common procedures here at Family Dental Center is placing a crown. We will place crowns to help out with many different dental health problems. Some of those include:
To cover a dental implant.
For a cosmetic modification.
To protect a broken tooth or one that has been severely worn down.
To cover misshapen or severely discolored teeth.
To protect a weak tooth from decay or to hold parts of a cracked tooth together.
To restore an already broken tooth from further damage.
To hold in a dental bridge.
To schedule a consultation regarding a dental crown, give us a call at (708)599-8122 or email us.
We look forward to hearing from you!