Auburn Dental Services Available
From routine cleanings and fillings to bruxism devices, Auburn Dental Center is equipped to handle all your dental needs. To help you understand your options, we’ve included descriptions of some of our leading services on this page.
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Initial Oral Examination
Your initial oral examination includes a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis and
treatment recommendations. We will also take x-rays, which includes the panoramic x-ray for proper diagnosis of
the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing x-ray series for proper diagnosis of
proximal decay of posterior teeth.
Crowns
and Bridges
Crowns are synthetic caps, usually made of a material like porcelain, placed on the top of a tooth. Crowns are
typically used to restore a tooth's function and appearance following a restorative procedure such as a root
canal. When decay in a tooth has become so advanced that large portions of the tooth must be removed, crowns are
often used to restore the tooth. Read
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Teeth
Whitening
Whitening procedures have effectively restored the smile of people with stained, dull, or discolored teeth.The
darker tissue of your teeth, the dentin, can become exposed as the outer layer of enamel is worn away by the
effects of aging or things like caffeine and tobacco. Read More...
Root
Canal Therapy
Root canals are tiny passageways that branch off from beneath the top of the tooth, coursing their way
vertically downward, until they reach the tip of the root. Read
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Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique
A breakthrough treatment for gum recession.
What is gum recession? Gum recession refers to the loss of gum tissue along the gumline. This can occur as a result of periodontal disease (gingivitis, periodontitis, advanced periodontitis), the natural aging process, or abrasive habits when it comes to brushing the teeth.
Why should gum recession be taken seriously? When gum recession occurs, the root structure of the tooth becomes exposed. This means that tooth decay and other problems can affect the teeth along the gumline and beneath it. Since healthy gums are essential for a healthy mouth, getting gum recession treated is important for lasting dental wellness.
What is the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST)? The Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique is a minimally invasive option for treating gum recession. Unlike traditional grafting techniques, PST is incision and suture free. All of the tools and techniques used to perform the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique were created by Dr. John Chao, and who trained our doctor.
How does the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) differ from traditional gum grafting? Traditional gum recession treatments involve the use of donor tissue or soft tissue grafts in order to rebuild the gumline. This soft tissue would be sutured in place and would join with existing gum tissue as it healed. While this traditional grafting treatment is effective, comparable results with better patient experience can be achieved through the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique.
How is Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST) performed? During the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique, a needle is used to make a small hole in the patient’s existing gum tissue. Through this pinhole, special instruments are used to gently loosen the gum tissue. These tools help expand and slide the gumline to cover the exposed root structure.
There are no grafts, no sutures, and no incisions needed with the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique. It simply involves the adjustment of the existing tissue.
What are the benefits of Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique (PST)? The benefits of the Chao Pinhole® Surgical Technique are many: • Less discomfort for the patient after treatment • Faster recovery for the patient than traditional grafting • No need for uncomfortable sutures • No need for scalpels or invasive surgical tools • No need to take donor tissue from the patient’s palate • Excellent, natural-looking, long-lasting results
Toothaches
Simple toothaches can often be relieved by rinsing the mouth to clear it of debris and other matter. Sometimes,
a toothache can be caused or aggravated by a piece of debris lodged between the tooth and another tooth. Avoid
placing an aspirin between your tooth and gum to relieve pain, because the dissolving aspirin can actually harm
your gum tissue. Read More...
Dental
Emergencies
Our goal is to help you to minimize the risk of emergency treatment. This is why we commit a generous amont of
time designing a Lifetime Treatment Plan that will help you to offset the possibility of unforseen pain or tooth
breakage. Read
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