Dental
We utilize the finest technology for
your well-being and
COMFORT.
Modern Techonology
Digital X-Rays
Our office is equipped with the latest technologies, offering you a more enjoyable visit. Our water systems are self-contained units (no underground pipes for water to travel through) and we use only distilled water in them. We utilize the finest equipment and procedures for the well-being of our patients, including digital x-rays so Dr. Myers is able to diagnose problem areas early.
OraVerse Numbness Reversal
OraVerse is the first and only local anesthesia reversal agent that accelerates the return to normal sensation and function after routine dental procedures. People who are given OraVerse not only return to normal sensation twice as fast, but they can smile, speak, and drink sooner. Read more
High-Tech Opertories
We strive to make each patient feel special at every appointment. Our office is professional yet very comfortable. We currently have 5 working opertories which gives us the opportunity to shorten the wait time between patients and also to fit in emergency patients on short notice.
CEREC Technology
Sophisticated restoration design meets superb functionality with Sirona's patented CEREC software technology. Using the patient's natural tooth structure as a basis, the software creates a ceramic restoration in a perfect anatomical form. The proven CEREC software techniques and functions are the result of continuous research & development, providing the streamlined and intuitive workflow you need for powerful possibilities.
What that means for our patients? Easy, predictable, and esthetically-pleasing results.
Tooth Colored Fillings
Composite Fillings Tooth colored fillings (also called composite resins) have many benefits over amalgam (silver) fillings. They look so natural it is difficult for a patient to identify which teeth have these fillings. What we call the marginal adaptation, where tooth enamel and resin meet is excellent, resulting in a near perfect fit. By building up the material in layers, and curing with a light as we go, we can actually strengthen the tooth structure with the filling. Since the material is opaque, we can also x-ray right through it to see any problem areas. Fillings are commonly recommended when the dentist finds decay in a tooth. Once diagnosed, it is preferable to get the filling as soon as possible so that the decay does not grow any bigger. Once decay grows, more drastic measures may be needed in order to restore the tooth to a healthy status. |
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Crowns
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Crowns A crown (often called a cap) is an artificial cover that restores a decayed or damaged tooth to its normal shape and size. It protects the structure of a tooth that is cracked or broken. A crown can also be used to change the shape of a tooth, to correct a bite or cosmetic problem, or to replace existing broken or poor fitting crowns. Fitting a crown requires at least two appointments. During the first visit, the tooth is prepared for the crown, an impression or mold is made of the tooth, and a temporary crown is placed over the reshaped (prepared) tooth. At the subsequent visit, the temporary crown is removed and the final crown is fitted, adjusted and cemented into place. |
Onlays
Onlays The CEREC software takes a digital picture of the prepared tooth and converts it into a 3D virtual model on the computer screen. Dr. Myers then uses his expertise to design the onlay using the CEREC 3D computer program. The restoration design data is sent to our on-site milling unit. A ceramic block that matches your tooth shade is placed in the milling machine. A few minutes later, a ceramic onlay that looks like a puzzle piece is removed from the unit. The dentist tries the restoration in your mouth to ensure proper fit and bite. The onlay is then polished and bonded to the prepared tooth. Your tooth is now restored with no return trip necessary. Full chewing ability will be restored 2-4 hours after the procedure and numbness has worn off. |
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Why an onlay and not just a filling?
The onlay material which is made of porcelain is much stronger than the composite material used for fillings. The determining factor usually depends on how much tooth is left after the decay has been removed. For smaller amounts of decay, enough healthy tooth structure is usually left so that a composite filling is all that is needed. However, for larger amounts of decay that must be removed, the tooth structure can be weakened and would therefore benefit from an onlay. The strong porcelain onlay will strengthen the tooth and prevent possible problems like cracks or fractures forming in the restored tooth.
Bridges
Bridges A bridge is a permanent dental unit made up of two crowns with a pontic (fake tooth) connected to each crown. This is an aesthetically pleasing way to give the illusion of having a perfect set of teeth when one is missing. A bridge also restores normal occlusion to a mouth, meaning all teeth have a buddy to bite against. This is very important because if a tooth is missing its buddy tooth it may begin to recede from the gums and become much longer than the rest of the teeth, possibly falling out. |
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It takes two or more appointments to restore a missing tooth with a bridge. During the first appointment, impressions are taken of your teeth, which are used to make precise working models of your mouth. Dr. Myers prepares the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth and places temporary restorations until the permanent bridge returns from Exceldent Lab in Mesquite, TX. During the second appointment, Dr. Myers removes the temporary restorations to clean and polish the prepared teeth. The permanent bridge is tried on in the mouth and adjusted for a perfect fit. When Dr. Myers is satisfied with the look and fit of the bridge, he uses a strong adhesive agent to bond the bridge into place. Our patient's chewing ability is now fully restored and visual aesthetics with no missing tooth is greatly improved. |
Dentures
| Dentures Modern dental technology has developed personalized dentures that can be as natural looking as the teeth you were born with. Dr. Myers can personalize dentures by actually considering everything from the shape of your face and the tone of your skin to your gender before creating a denture that offers the most harmonious interplay of individual tooth form, size, color and arrangement. These dentures offer higher levels of comfort, fit and performance. Their teeth wear longer and resist discoloration. And because they are made with new high-impact denture base (pink) materials, they are also stronger and more likely to survive a drop on the bathroom floor. |
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However, even though dentures may be the best possible solution for your oral well-being, they might never function as well as your original teeth. And did you know your dentures aren't meant to last forever? As you age, your mouth gradually changes, which makes you a candidate for a denture reline or a new denture. For a more permanent solution than dentures, 4-In-One Implants are a viable option to restore multiple missing teeth with a beautiful and fully functional permanent denture. Read more about implants below. |
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Implants
Implants
Today's dental implant restorations are virtually indistinguishable from other teeth. This appearance is aided in part by the structural and functional connection between the dental implant and the living bone. Osseointegration is the process by which the dental implant anchors to the jaw bone. Osseointegrated implants are the most commonly used and successful type of dental implant. An osseointegrated implant takes anywhere from three to six months to anchor and heal, at which point Dr. Myers can complete the procedure by placing a crown restoration.
Dental implantation, which is performed to replace missing teeth, can be done any time after adolescence or when bone growth is complete. Certain medical conditions, such as active diabetes, cancer or periodontal disease, may require additional treatment before the implant procedure can be performed.
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Detailed Procedural Steps are as follows:
Placement of the Implant: A dental implant restoration is commonly composed of a titanium material screw and a crown. An Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon or Periodontist will perform an out-patient surgery where an initial pilot hole is drilled into the appropriate jaw site and is slowly widened to allow placement of the implant screw. Once in place, surrounding gum tissue is secured over the implant and a protective cover screw is placed on top to allow the site to heal and osseointegration to occur.
Placement of Crown: After up to six months of healing, Dr. Myers will uncover the implant and attach an abutment which holds the crown to the implant. When the abutment is in place, he then will create a temporary crown. The temporary crown serves as a template around which the gum grows and shapes itself in a natural way. The process is completed when the temporary crown is replaced with a permanent crown.
Recovery: Once an implant has been placed, maintaining diligent oral hygiene habits is required to ensure proper fusing of the implant and bone structure. If cared for properly, an implant restoration can remain in place for more than 40 years.
Failure to floss and brush is a leading cause of implant failure, and infection can occur if the implant and surrounding areas are not cleaned properly. Smoking also is attributed to high failure rates with dental implants and should be avoided following implant procedures.
Root Canals
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Tooth Pain Many times a person complaining of tooth pain will assume it is "just a cavity" and come to the dentist to have it filled, only to discover that a root canal is needed! Usually, when decay enters a tooth structure, as in a cavity, pain is not felt until the decay reaches all the way to the root of the tooth. At that point, the only way to save the tooth is to perform a root canal, effectively removing the nerve structure from that tooth. When decay destroys tooth structure deep enough into the tooth, bacteria from the decay reaches the nerve chamber and infects the nerve of the tooth. Once the nerve becomes infected, the tooth will begin to HURT! Procedure for a root canal Once the patient's tooth is thoroughly anesthetized, the infected nerve is removed with specialilized instruments called files. The files may be used by hand or by a dental handpiece. Once the nerve is removed, the nerve canals are disinfected and filled with a special filling that seals the canal. This material seals the tooth from further bacterial infection. It is much like removing the lead from a pencil and replacing it with plastic. After having a root canal done on a tooth, it is recommended that the tooth have a crown (cap) placed on it. This will help stabilize the structure of the tooth to protect it from fracturing or breaking. |
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Success rate Root canals are usually very successful at alleviating the pain felt by the patient. On average, they are successful 95% of the time. A successful root canal is defined by the patient's tooth remaining asymptomatic, or without pain, indefinitely after the procedure. However, for reasons that are mostly unknown, sometimes the root canal fails and must be retreated. Retreatment may include re-performing the root canal to attempt to remove any remaining nerve, or having oral surgery performed to seal the canal at the tip of the root. At that point, a referral to an oral surgeon or root canal specialist would be in order. |
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