Manela Dental Services
TUCSON ROOT CANALS:
Root canals become necessary when the nerve in a tooth becomes diseased. This can occur because of trauma, deep decay, multiple fillings placed in a tooth, failing restorations, cracks in a tooth, or for other reasons as well. When these scenarios occur, a root canal (endodontic therapy) is done in order to save the tooth. Today’s root canal treatments are usually completed in one visit and are generally pain-free. After completion of the root canal treatment a full coverage crown is usually recommended.
COMPOSITE (TOOTH-COLORED) FILLINGS:
Today, many patients request placement of tooth-colored fillings. These are referred to as bonded restorations, as they actually attach to the tooth surface rather than merely being placed into the tooth. Because they can be closely matched to the color of the patient’s teeth, they have become extremely popular.
DENTAL CROWNS:
Crowns are restorations that completely cover the tooth. This is necessary when the tooth is badly broken down, has large fillings which leave minimal tooth structure, or following root canal treatment. Crowns can be made of gold, porcelain-to-gold, or of fully ceramic materials. Although gold and porcelain-to-gold crowns have stood the test of time, full ceramic crowns have become increasingly popular due to their extremely life-like and realistic appearance.
TUCSON TEETH WHITENING:
This procedure has become increasingly popular and has several variations of treatment. We recommend the use of at-home custom-fit plastic trays into which the bleaching material is placed. This method generally creates less sensitivity and can provide greater long-term color stability. Also, future “touch-up” can be done by utilizing additional whitening gel in the custom trays in the patient’s possession.
DENTAL HYGIENE:
The starting point for dental health is in the supporting structures for the teeth, i.e., the tissue and bone surrounding the teeth. Inflammation and/or bleeding of the soft tissue surrounding the teeth are indications of active disease. If not addressed professionally, tooth loss will most likely occur eventually. Furthermore, periodontal disease has been linked to diabetes, heart disease, lowered birth weights, and respiratory diseases. We place a great deal of emphasis on the early detection and aggressive intervention and treatment of periodontal disease, while fully realizing that active and interested patient involvement is a significant factor in controlling its progression.
DENTAL DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY:
Digital radiography is a computer-driven form of taking radiographs (x-rays). It gives much quicker results (a few seconds as opposed to several minutes), is shown on a monitor, can be enhanced for better viewing by utilizing computer tools, provides more ease of storage, can be transmitted electronically, and most importantly, significantly reduces (up to 90%) the amount of radiation exposure.
ORAL SURGERY:
Most necessary extractions are performed in our office. If a complex or complicated procedure is indicated you will be referred to an Oral Surgeon.