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We believe that education and information are vital for good dental health. We have seen that patients who are well-informed and active participants in their own care have better outcomes, healthier teeth and gums, and even better health overall.
Please take a moment to look through our selection of questions we are often asked about our practice, the services we offer, and dentistry in general. If your question isn’t answered here or if you have additional questions, don’t hesitate to give us a call.
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In many cases, the condition of the mouth mirrors the condition of the body as a whole. Recent reports indicate a relationship between periodontal (gum) diseases and stroke, heart disease and pre-term, low-birth-weight babies. In addition, more than 90 percent of all systemic diseases have oral manifestations, meaning your dentist may be the first health care provider to diagnose a health program.
Bonding
Bonding is a procedure that can repair damage to your tooth and improve both the functionality and the aesthetics of your smile.
The bonding material is applied to your tooth and then shaped to create the desired effect. The material is then cured using a special type of light. Bonding is durable and, once it is placed, practically invisible since it blends in well with the natural shade of your teeth.
Cosmetic Dentistry
When you want to improve the color of your teeth, we essentially have two options. We can either correct the color of your teeth with bleaching or cover the discoloration with porcelain veneers.
Teeth whitening is effective for a wide range of stains including those caused by food and drink, smoking, medications, and the aging process. It’s an affordable and effective way to improve the appearance of your smile.
If the discolorations on your teeth are resistant to bleaching, then we may want to consider veneers to give you back a beautiful, white smile.
Maybe.
What are your goals? If your teeth and gums are mostly healthy, but you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, cosmetic dentistry may be the perfect choice.
Call to schedule a consultation with Dr. Reber to discuss your goals and find out which procedures will help you achieve them.
Bonding is a procedure that can repair damage to your tooth and improve both the functionality and the aesthetics of your smile.
The bonding material is applied to your tooth and then shaped to create the desired effect. The material is then cured using a special type of light. Bonding is durable and, once it is placed, practically invisible since it blends in well with the natural shade of your teeth.
It depends a great deal on your insurance and your plan. Many dental plans will cover preventive care 100%, and most dental plans don’t cover purely cosmetic dental procedures. The best way to determine what is covered through your insurance is to read through the literature that is provided by your insurance company, visit your insurance company’s website, or call your insurance company directly.
We understand that navigating your insurance policy can be confusing. If you need assistance, don’t hesitate to give us a call and we’ll be happy to help you find out what is covered and how much is your responsibility.
Crowns & Bridges
Thanks to recent advances in dental technology, probably not!
Older crowns often leave a dark line right at the gumline that gives away your secret. Today’s all-ceramic crowns no longer leave a line and are created to look just like your own natural tooth. The crown is durable and, with proper care and a commitment to good dental habits, can last a lifetime.
If you are missing one or more teeth, you have more options available than you may know. Teeth can be replaced with dental bridges, which fill in the gaps left by missing teeth and are held in place by crowns placed over your existing teeth.
Dental implants replace your tooth with a lookalike that functions just like one of your own natural teeth. The post that is implanted into your jaw prevents deterioration of the bone tissue, and the crown blends in with your teeth beautifully.
Talk to Dr. Reber to learn more about your options and find out which is right for you.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are a new technology that replaces missing teeth with prosthetics that look and function just like the real thing. The implant itself is a titanium post that an oral surgeon places in your gum. As your gum heals, the post actually becomes a part of your jaw. We can then restore your implant with a crown created to blend in perfectly with the rest of your teeth. With dental implants, you can smile, talk, and eat with complete comfort and confidence.
If you are missing one or more teeth, you have more options available than you may know. Teeth can be replaced with dental bridges, which fill in the gaps left by missing teeth and are held in place by crowns placed over your existing teeth.
Dental implants replace your tooth with a lookalike that functions just like one of your own natural teeth. The post that is implanted into your jaw prevents deterioration of the bone tissue, and the crown blends in with your teeth beautifully.
Talk to Dr. Reber to learn more about your options and find out which is right for you.
Emergency Dental Care
If you are having a dental emergency, call us immediately so we can get you in as quickly as possible.
Family Dentistry
Definitely!
At our office, we treat your entire family. Dr. Reber and the team are great with kids, and kids love coming to our practice!
We accept most forms of dental insurance. You can confirm that our office is a provider for your plan by calling your plan directly, or you can call us and we will be happy to assist you.
The food and drink that you put into your body affects in your teeth in a number of different ways.
Sugary foods and drinks provide bacteria with the food they love, allowing them to thrive on the surface of your teeth and, eventually, create cavities. Acidic drinks (especially soda) weaken the enamel of your teeth, which can lead to tooth erosion. Unlike other parts of your body, enamel cannot restore itself. Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Certain foods and drinks are known to cause stains on your teeth and will affect the appearance of your smile. These include coffee, tea, red wine, dark fruit juices, chocolate, and curry. Brushing your teeth or rinsing your mouth soon after consuming these will help to reduce the staining effect.
Your teeth are also affected by the nutrition you receive from your food. Teeth are bones, and like the other bones in your body, they need calcium and other minerals to stay healthy. Eating calcium-rich foods like low-fat dairy and leafy greens will help keep your teeth strong.
To keep your immune system healthy to better fight off gum disease and other oral health conditions, eat a varied, nutritious diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables and other foods packed with vitamins and antioxidants.
We are happy to discuss additional tips during your appointment to help you and your family eat right for a healthy mouth.
We recommend that you visit our office for an examination and cleaning every six months. If we feel that you would benefit from seeing us more frequently, we will discuss this with you.
It depends on the age of your child and whether they’ve received dental care before.
If your child is young and this is the first dental appointment ever, we’ll let them explore the office a bit, sit in the big dental chair, and see if they will let us take a look at their teeth and gums. If not, that’s okay. This appointment is mostly to allow your child to see a dental office and start to become accustomed to the idea that this is a safe place full of friendly people. We’ll discuss home care for young children with you and address any concerns you might have.
If your child is older or you are transferring care from another dentist, we’ll give your child a tour of the office, show them some of the tools we use, and answer any questions your child might have. We’ll then take some x-rays and perform an examination. A cleaning may also be included. Depending on what we find, we’ll plan future care and discuss brushing, flossing, and preventive treatments with you and your child.
A professional cleaning allows a trained dental hygienist to examine your mouth carefully and remove every last trace of plaque and tartar for your teeth. Think of it as your chance for a fresh start every six months.
Brushing and flossing at home is still important, of course. The more plaque you can remove at home, the less the hygienist has to remove and the quicker your cleaning will be! It’s nearly impossible, however, to completely remove all the plaque from your teeth with a brush and floss (especially plaque that hangs out beneath the gumline), and once it hardens into tartar, it can only be removed with professional tools.
Our hygienists provide thorough, gentle cleanings with great skill. Give us a call if it’s time for your cleaning – even if you’re overdue!
It depends a great deal on your insurance and your plan. Many dental plans will cover preventive care 100%, and most dental plans don’t cover purely cosmetic dental procedures. The best way to determine what is covered through your insurance is to read through the literature that is provided by your insurance company, visit your insurance company’s website, or call your insurance company directly.
We understand that navigating your insurance policy can be confusing. If you need assistance, don’t hesitate to give us a call and we’ll be happy to help you find out what is covered and how much is your responsibility.
Pediatric Dentistry
Definitely!
At our office, we treat your entire family. Dr. Reber and the team are great with kids, and kids love coming to our practice!
It depends on the age of your child and whether they’ve received dental care before.
If your child is young and this is the first dental appointment ever, we’ll let them explore the office a bit, sit in the big dental chair, and see if they will let us take a look at their teeth and gums. If not, that’s okay. This appointment is mostly to allow your child to see a dental office and start to become accustomed to the idea that this is a safe place full of friendly people. We’ll discuss home care for young children with you and address any concerns you might have.
If your child is older or you are transferring care from another dentist, we’ll give your child a tour of the office, show them some of the tools we use, and answer any questions your child might have. We’ll then take some x-rays and perform an examination. A cleaning may also be included. Depending on what we find, we’ll plan future care and discuss brushing, flossing, and preventive treatments with you and your child.
Porcelain Veneers
When you want to improve the color of your teeth, we essentially have two options. We can either correct the color of your teeth with bleaching or cover the discoloration with porcelain veneers.
Teeth whitening is effective for a wide range of stains including those caused by food and drink, smoking, medications, and the aging process. It’s an affordable and effective way to improve the appearance of your smile.
If the discolorations on your teeth are resistant to bleaching, then we may want to consider veneers to give you back a beautiful, white smile.
Maybe.
What are your goals? If your teeth and gums are mostly healthy, but you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, cosmetic dentistry may be the perfect choice.
Call to schedule a consultation with Dr. Reber to discuss your goals and find out which procedures will help you achieve them.
Root Canals
While pain is one of the most common symptoms when a root canal is needed, if the infection or trauma has killed the nerve, it’s possible for a serious problem to exist without any pain. We’ll check an x-ray, and if we see a problem that indicates that a root canal (or any other treatment) is needed, we’ll sit down with you, show you the x-ray, explain our concern, and discuss our recommended treatment plan.
Sleep Apnea
If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea and are not having great success with CPAP therapy, please call our office to find out if a sleep apnea night guard is right for you.
Night guards hold your lower jaw slightly forward to prevent your airway from closing, effectively treating your sleep apnea. Each night guard is custom made from an impression of your mouth to make sure that it fits your teeth perfectly and is comfortable to wear.
Teeth Whitening
When you want to improve the color of your teeth, we essentially have two options. We can either correct the color of your teeth with bleaching or cover the discoloration with porcelain veneers.
Teeth whitening is effective for a wide range of stains including those caused by food and drink, smoking, medications, and the aging process. It’s an affordable and effective way to improve the appearance of your smile.
If the discolorations on your teeth are resistant to bleaching, then we may want to consider veneers to give you back a beautiful, white smile.
Maybe.
What are your goals? If your teeth and gums are mostly healthy, but you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, cosmetic dentistry may be the perfect choice.
Call to schedule a consultation with Dr. Reber to discuss your goals and find out which procedures will help you achieve them.