Services
Sandy Family Dentistry has provided specialized dental care to thousands of families. Our patients come from around the block as well as surrounding counties to experience the warm, personal care we provide. We offer the latest and best dental treatment to our patients including:
Oral Hygiene
Oral hygiene is the practice of keeping the mouth and teeth clean in order to prevent dental problems and bad breath. » back to top
Dental Cleaning
Teeth cleaning is the removal of dental plaque from teeth, in order to prevent cavities (dental caries), gingivitis, and periodontitis. It is part of a complete program of oral hygiene.
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Sealants
Plastic resin placed on the biting surfaces of molars to prevent bacteria from attacking the enamel and causing caries. » back to top
Bonding
A composite resin applied to a tooth to change its shape and/or color. Bonding also refers to how a filling, orthodontic appliance or some fixed partial dentures are attached to teeth.
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Fillings
A lay term used for the restoring of lost tooth structure by using materials such as metal, alloy, plastic or porcelain. » back to top
Crowns
Crown refers to the restoration of teeth using materials that are fabricated by indirect methods which are cemented into place. A crown is used to cap or completely cover a tooth.
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Bridges
A fixed or removable dental appliance that replaces lost and/or missing teeth. » back to top
Root Canal
The nerve of the tooth is removed from the canal inside the root and replaced with a
sterilized filling material. » back to top
Dentures
An artificial substitute for natural teeth and adjacent tissues. » back to top
Veneers
Ultra-thin, custom-made facings bonded to teeth to enhance and restore
function and/or appearance. Veneers can be used to treat chipped, worn, crooked, and/or discolored teeth.
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Extractions
The process or act of removing a tooth or tooth parts. » back to top
Whitening
The process of lightening discolored or stained teeth. Treatment can be in-office or at-home.
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Implant Restoration
Artificial tooth roots that are placed into bone to mimic the root structure of a tooth. They can be used
to replace teeth or to support and retain dentures. A crown, bridge, or denture is then placed over the implant to
restore natural tooth function. » back to top
TMJ Treamtment
The connecting hinge mechanism between the base of the skull (temporal bone) and the lower jaw (mandible). » back to top
Night Guards
A plastic type of appliance that is used to relax the jaw muscles and/or prevent the teeth from
wearing down due to bruxism (grinding), which typically occurs during sleep. People who wake up with sore
muscles, facial weakness, or a jaw that is "locked" are good candidates for this device. » back to top
Gum Treatment
Gum treatment is the treatment of active gum and jaw bone disease. Gum disease treatment can slow or stop the progression of gum disease. Since there are different stages of gum disease (from gingivitis to advanced periodontitis), there are different levels of treatment. In some cases, the patient may be referred to a specialist. » back to top
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