Dental Health
At the office of Dr. Stephen J. Menke, we work hard to give patients access to every level of care for their smiles. Keeping your oral health in check can involve several treatments, such as dental fillings, gum treatments, or dental sealants. Therefore, we provide a full collection of dental health treatments in Joplin, MO.
A Look at Our Dental Health Treatments
Dental Fillings
When a cavity forms in a tooth, this diseased material must be removed, so it does not continue to spread. Once the diseased tooth material is removed, a dental filling is placed to protect the tooth for the long term. Dental fillings can be made of different materials, such as metal amalgam and composite resin. Composite resin can be tinted to perfectly match the shade of your natural teeth.
Dental Bonding
Dental bonding is done for a few different reasons, such as repairing a chip in a tooth, lessening the appearance of gaps between teeth, or changing the shape of a tooth. The dental bonding material is made of a composite material that matches your teeth, and can drastically enhance the appearance of your smile.
Oral X-Rays
Oral x-rays are routine radiographic images taken with different types of machines. These images give the dentist an in-depth look at the underlying structures of your mouth, face, and jaws. This information can be used to make informed decisions about different types of dental care. For example, an x-ray can show the dentist if you have wisdom teeth that are impacting other molars or a tooth that contains dead tissue even though the outer tooth looks normal.
Tooth Sealants
Tooth sealants are popular treatment choices for children, teens, and adults who have certain teeth that are prone to decay. For example, children often get dental sealants over the back teeth because they commonly have pits and fissures where food particles get trapped. Sealants can protect a tooth from decay for a few years, and the treatment only takes a few minutes.
Gum Treatment
Gum treatments are performed when a patient is at risk of gum disease or already has gum disease. These treatments may include something like scaling and root planing, which involves cleaning the teeth below the gum line to remove built-up plaque and tartar.
Keep Your Oral Health in Check with a Caring Joplin Dentist
A healthy smile is so valuable. From helping you chew your food to making sure you are confident enough to smile, your teeth are important and deserve the best of care. If you would like to know more about the dental health treatments we offer in our office, reach out to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephen J. Menke.
