- Dental ExaminationGive you a full oral examination to check the overall health of your gums, mouth tissues, teeth and jaw.
- X-rays
- Teeth CleaningToday, prophylaxis can also encompass a wider range of oral health services, including treatment for co-occurring issues such as sleep apnea, storing and halitosis (bad breath). The ultimate goal is to provide you with the best overall health and quality of life. On this page, learn more about teeth cleaning and how it contributes to this goal.
- Fluoride Treatment
- Dental SealantsTo further protect yourself from cavities and the bacteria that causes them, you have the option of getting a sealant.
- Fillings
- Resin CompositeWith dental bonding, there is little pre-procedure treatment that is needed. In most cases, anesthesia will not be administered. However, anesthesia will be used if the dentist is performing a filling on a decayed tooth. A shade guide will help a dentist determine which color of composite resin will best match the color of the patient’s teeth.
- VeneersDental veneers are rapidly becoming more and more commonplace. They, in short, are narrow customized shells that conceal teeth. The goal behind veneers is to make the teeth look better. Dental professionals attach them to teeth to adjust length, size, shape and color.
- CrownsThese dental items are sometimes called “indirect fillings” and they are often used as an alternative to dental crowns. These fillings are a less invasive way to repair decay and damage on a given tooth. They strengthen and improve the appearance of the tooth and they can be made from porcelain, resin or gold.
- BridgesA dental bridge is a dental prosthesis used to replace a missing tooth (or missing teeth). The artificial tooth (the dental prosthesis) is attached to the natural teeth adjacent to the missing tooth. These natural teeth are known as abutment teeth.
- Dental BondingDental bonding is a method that used when tooth-colored resin material, which is sturdy plastic, is administered on a tooth and hardened with a light. This will cause the material to bond to the tooth, which will result in an improved and restored smile.
- Restorative DentistryWe repair the already existing damage done by caries, grinding or clenching of the teeth or trauma. Restorative Dentistry Boynton Beach
- Root Canal TreatmentAt one time, root canals were a dreaded process among patients. These days, a root canal really isn’t so bad and it has become a very common procedure. It is estimated that over 15 million people in the United States get a root canal each year.
- Gingivectomy and GingivoplastyOsseous, which is often called gingivectomy or pocket reduction surgery, is a type of surgery that is done to get to the root of the tooth in order to remove any bacteria or tartar.
- Periodontal SurgeryHowever, in many instances, an individual needs more involved dental procedures to improve both is his or her oral health and appearance. This may include some type of cosmetic periodontal surgery. There are a number of different types of cosmetic periodontal surgical procedures that commonly are pursued by individuals interested in enhancing their overall look and appearance.
- Deep CleaningPlaque is a sticky film that forms over the teeth and gums. If it is not removed, it can harden by the process of calcification. The substance that is left is called calculus, or more commonly, tartar. When you have gingivitis, plaque and tartar is present on the teeth and gums, but it has not spread below the gums. At this stage plaque and tartar can be removed with a normal cleaning procedure that involves cleaning and polishing each tooth and the gums. Periodontitis is diagnosed when plaque and tartar has spread below the gumline near the roots of the teeth. Scaling cleans each tooth and specifically targets the area below the gumline. Special dental tools are used to completely clear out plaque and tartar, and usually the area is irrigated and treated with an antibacterial agent. Scaling and root planing, sometimes called a deep cleaning, is not a surgical procedure, though it does involve work under the gums and the gums will be slightly separated from the teeth during the procedure. A local anesthetic is usually administered before the procedure begins.
- DenturesSnap On Teeth The quest for a lovely smile can indeed be tough for many people out there. If you use dentures, you’re probably aware of how frustrating teeth woes can be. That’s why it can be intelligent to learn about the world of snap on teeth. Upper dentures stay in place with the assistance […]
- Dental ImplantsDental implants are a permanent solution to tooth loss from periodontal disease or accident. Depending on how many teeth you need to replace, you may need one implant per tooth, two implants for a bridge or multiple implants for a full replacement.The caring professionals at Boynton Laser Dental are happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have about this life-changing procedure.
- Oral SurgeryIf you are interested in dental implants or other types of oral surgery and want to know more about L-PRF, call our board-certified dentists at Boynton Laser Dental Center. Our number here is (561) 737-6400.
- Jaw Surgery
- Pre-prosthetic SurgeryPre-prosthetic surgery is a procedure that is carried out by an oral surgeon to prepare a patient’s mouth before he or she has dentures or prosthetic restorations. To make sure a patient is comfortable when he or she is receiving replacement teeth, there are times when minor oral surgery will need to be performed before the patient receives their replacement teeth. When a patient is receiving dentures, it is crucial the jawbone is the appropriate shape and side because they will sit on the bone ridge. When a patient is preparing for a prosthetic procedure, he or she may need one of the following pre-prosthetic treatments...
- Flap SurgeryIn severe cases of periodontitis, you might have to get surgery. The dentist will perform what is known as “flap surgery,” where they lift back the gums to remove the tartar. The gums will be sutured back in place. Over time, the gums heal and return to normal.
- Gum SurgeryGum disease is a progressive disease that is more likely to be successfully reversed the earlier treatment is performed. Periodontitis can be completely reversed with scaling and root planing, but in some cases further treatment may necessary. When deep pockets form between the teeth and gums, it may not be possible for the scaling tool to completely remove plaque and tartar from these areas. In this case, gum surgery may be necessary to completely restore the teeth and gums to good health.
- Osseous SurgeryThe response that the immune system has to periodontal disease can lead to bone deterioration in the jaw, which can lead to teeth falling out in the affected area. Osseous surgery will help to stop the disease before it gets to the point of bone loss.
- Tooth ExtractionsThere are times when a simple tooth extraction will not repair the damage that has been done to your mouth. Perhaps multiple teeth have been knocked out due to a traumatic injury, or acid erosion has caused much of your mouth to become riddled in disease.
- Bone GraftingGuided bone regeneration (GBR) and guided gum regeneration, also called guided tissue regeneration (GTR), are two terms often used interchangeably to describe the same dental procedure. This procedure utilizes bone grafting and barriers to force new bone and tissue to grow a specific way or in a different direction. Its purpose is to aid the body in replacing missing bone naturally, as a means of providing support.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsBoth have a similar procedure wherein a model is made of the teeth and aligners are made to correct spaces or crooked teeth. ClearCorrect aligners are clearer than Invisalign, meaning people are less likely to notice you are wearing them.
- BracesClearCorrect is a clear, mostly-invisible alternative to braces that is designed to fix crooked teeth, spaces, and underbites or overbites. ClearCorrect uses a process that involves a number of transparent, replaceable aligners that evens out teeth over a period of time.
- Teeth WhiteningMany individuals want to improve the appearance of their smile. In some cases, a person is able to undertake some basic procedures like teeth whitening to improve his or her appearance.
- Cosmetic DentistryDentistry that changes your smile and appearance can add to your self -confidence and enhance others preceptions of you. Cosmetic Dentistry Boynton Beach
- General DentistryGeneral Dentistry Information If you’re in need of top-quality general dentistry anywhere in beautiful Boynton Beach, Florida, the answer is to get in contact with Boynton Laser Dental Center. We’re a trusted local dental practice that’s headed by Dr. Harvey Shiffman. Dr. Shiffman has been providing South Florida locals with A+ dental treatments since the […]