Services
Dream Dentistry doctors and staff are dedicated to ensuring your visit is as comfortable and anxiety-free as possible. Each procedure will be thoroughly discussed with you and any questions you have resolved prior to the start of your care. Please call us at (215) 538-1109 if you have any questions regarding a specific dental procedure or condition.
Teeth Whitening/Bleaching
Do you want a beautiful smile? Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest things you can do to improve your smile and boost your self-confidence. Imagine, a single whitening procedure can counteract years of exposure to coffee, tea, red wine, cola and smoking, giving you the smile you've always dreamed of!
Porcelain Veneers
Do
you have discolored or crooked teeth, teeth with spaces between them or
teeth stained by fillings? You can change the shape, color and length
of your teeth using veneers. Veneers are thin, durable shells designed
to cover the front of the tooth. They are typically made of porcelain
and are extremely durable, stain resistant, natural-looking and easy to
maintain. Veneers are custom-fitted to your teeth by removing a small amount of enamel and bonding the veneer to your teeth using a safe, high tech polymer resin. You can expect veneers to stay bright and strong for many years by performing good oral hygiene.
Cosmetic Bonding
If
you have teeth that have stains that cannot be removed by bleaching,
and veneers or crowns are not necessary, then cosmetic bonding might be
a good option for you. Cosmetic bonding is an affordable, quick and
painless way to repair many cosmetic flaws or injuries, including:
- Gaps in teeth
- Spots or stains
- Chipped teeth
Dental bonding sculpts individual teeth without requiring removal of any tooth structure. This technique bonds a composite material that looks, acts and feels like the real thing, to an existing tooth. This procedure usually doesn't require the use of an anesthetic; is relatively quick to apply; gives an immediate result and is less expensive than veneers.
White Composite Fillings
Until recently, dentists used a silver and mercury amalgam to fill
and seal cavities. Because a larger amount of the original tooth must
be removed, these types of fillings often weaken teeth. Recent
innovations now allow us to replace old silver fillings with composite
or porcelain fillings that are stronger, safer and more natural
looking. Say goodbye to "metal mouth" and hello to a beautiful new
smile
Crowns
Teeth
are often restored using silver or porcelain fillings. However, when
too much of a tooth's structure is removed to support a filling, a
crown or "cap" may be needed. A crown may be needed to:
- Restore a tooth when it is unable to support a large filling
- Attach bridges
- Protect a weak tooth from fracturing or restore fractured teeth
- Cover badly shaped or discolored teeth
- Cover dental implants
A crown essentially covers a tooth to restore it to its natural shape and size. This permanent covering fits over your original tooth to strengthen or improve the appearance of the tooth. Fitting a crown generally requires at least two visits to the dentist's office.
Bridges
Healthy and strong teeth support and maintain your jaw alignment. That is why when you lose one or more teeth, your remaining teeth may shift, and the ability to chew and speak may be affected. A bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, eliminating the gap where those teeth had been. The bridge is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support. Regardless of the type of bridge recommended, its success depends on keeping the surrounding teeth healthy and strong.
Implants
When you lose a tooth, a dental implant may be needed to replace the
tooth root and crown. Dental implants are simply "anchors" that
permanently support replacement teeth. They are secure and
durable and can be cleaned and cared for much like your natural teeth.
The procedure requires a titanium root be fitted into your jaw to replace the lost tooth's root. Once the implant is anchored into the bone, the bone around the implant requires six weeks to six months of healing. Once the bone has healed, a support post and replacement tooth is anchored onto the implant.
Pediatric Dentistry
Our dentist is comfortable with all phases of children's dental care, including cleanings, fillings, fluoride treatments, sealants and more. We have techniques specifically designed for children, which establish trust and help your child accept dental treatment. Our team will regularly evaluate your child's dental needs to provide the highest level of prevention and treatment. As your child grows, we will monitor your child's teeth for early treatment of bite or tooth alignment problems that may arise. We are committed to providing the best possible dental care for your child in a friendly, anxiety-free environment.
Nitrous Oxide
Many people are afraid or uncomfortable going
to the dentist. They fear needles, have difficulty with their gag
reflex, have very sensitive teeth or have difficulty becoming numb from
oral injections. If you are a nervous patient, Nitrous Oxide may
be the answer for you.
Nitrous Oxide, also known as Laughing
Gas, offers patients pain-free and anxiety-free dental procedures.
Patients are put in a relaxed, yet fully responsive state where they
will be unaware of the treatment. From brightening to bridges, patients
are completely comfortable but completely free of anxieties. Treatment
can be completed in less time and with less stress, which allows
quicker recovery. And, with Nitrous Oxide, patients typically leave
the dental office alone and can immediately resume normal activities.
Ask your doctor if Nitrous Oxide is right for you.
Periodontal Therapy
There have been major advances in non-surgical periodontal treatment for chronic periodontal disease. Our state-of-the-art ultrasonic scalers have been designed by a periodontist for maximum effectiveness on root surfaces. Antibiotic gels, which are placed below the gum line, reduce the need for periodontal surgery. And the latest innovation, a dental endoscope (camera) which can be placed below the gum line, further reduces the need for surgical treatment of periodontal disease.
We take every opportunity to help you control your periodontal disease problem non-surgically and then reevaluate to determine the effectiveness of the treatment. If surgical treatment is required, the treatments maximize your comfort and your ability to regrow lost periodontal support.
