When we think of commonly performed dental procedures, many of those treatments fall under general dentistry. Most of us have experienced a dental cleaning and exam. This type of general dentistry allows your dentist to treat or prevent the early stages of gum disease through the gentle removal of plaque and tartar. Exams are another important procedure that falls under general dentistry. In short, a general dentist uses his or her skills to treat and prevent common dental problems.

Root canal treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal, prevent reinfection of the tooth and save the natural tooth. When one
undergoes a root canal, the inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the
inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed.

First off, what is a dental implant? A dental implant is a synthetic replacement for your tooth that looks and feels like a natural tooth. Your dentist inserts a metal connector into your bone to hold the implant(s). Your dental implant will look and feel just like a real tooth while allowing you to use it just as you would a regular tooth.

Traditionally, braces were uncomfortable, metal contraptions that were painful to wear and often led to injury of the inside of the mouth, causing sores and damage. Furthermore, the braces were unsightly and since braces are commonly worn by adolescents and young adults, wearing them could often lead to loss of self esteem.