General Dentistry Services

Stellenwerf Dental Studio excels in several types of general dentistry services, including:

• • Dental cleanings and exams – Regular dental cleanings and examinations are the cornerstone of proper dental care. During a dental examination, the dentist will assess the condition of your teeth, gums and jaw using specialized tools and imaging equipment to do so – including radiographs and dental impressions. During this examination, your dentist will also look for any signs of oral health problems, such as gum inflammation or tooth decay. Thorough dental examinations can also spot the early signs of serious disease, including certain oral cancers.

    Dental cleanings are recommended biannually (twice a year). During your cleaning, the hygienist will work to remove any plaque or tartar affecting the teeth. This involves the use of several handheld dental tools. First, an ultrasonic emitter is passed over the teeth and breaks up any larger bits of tartar. Then, a curette or scaler is used to remove any remaining plaque or tartar. If necessary, your hygienist will scale the base of each tooth – the part sitting below the gumline. Finally, the enamel is polished to a healthy sheen.

  • Emergency dental care – Emergency dental care is recommended for acute issues that cause pain, discomfort or otherwise expose the teeth or gums to additional damage. Emergency dental care services are effective at treating tooth or gum pain, avulsed (knocked out) teeth, cracked teeth and damaged fillings.

    During your examination, the dentist will check for any signs of damage using a visual inspection, radiographs and other imaging techniques to uncover issues. Once the source of the problem is discovered, the dentist will recommend the most effective treatment option. Root canals, tooth extractions and crowns are a few examples of emergency dental care treatment options.

  • Root canals – Root canals become necessary when bacteria reaches the inner part of the tooth (the pulp) and causes an infection. At this point, the only way to cure the infection is to access the pulp, extract it and then disinfect the inner canal. This can be done by creating a small hole in the top of the tooth and using minimally invasive techniques.

    In fact, with the use of modern dental technology and anesthetic, root canals can be performed with minimal pain and recovery time.

    If performed on time, root canals will preserve the tooth’s remaining structure, mitigate infection-related pain, prevent the infection from spreading and ensure your smile isn’t affected by the issue.

  • Tooth-colored fillings – Stellenwerf Dental Studio can also provide a range of restorative dental services, including fillings, inlays, onlays and full crowns.

    Modern dental fillings are usually made from medical-grade resins that can be shaped and colored to blend in perfectly with the tooth, which is a major upgrade over traditional amalgam fillings.

    In addition to fillings, we can place inlays (the tooth’s chewing surfaces and grooves), onlays (the top cusp of the tooth) or an entire crown. The goal in each instance is to provide a functional replacement for the natural tooth that also blends in aesthetically.

    Tooth-colored fillings, onlays and crowns provide several oral health benefits, including better protection from tooth decay and damage. As such, they should be considered when cavities or tooth damage is present.