What Happens On My First Visit?
We recommend receiving a comprehensive exam along with digital radiographs, followed by a teeth cleaning or prophylaxis. This will help our doctor determine whether treatments are needed versus recommended. An individualized treatment option will be discussed on the first day so you do not leave clueless.
How Often Do I Need To Get Check-Ups & Cleanings?
Every six months is recommended. However, more frequent cleanings may be recommended for some patients with periodontal disease, gingivitis, teeth crowding, heavy smokers, stained teeth, etc. Your dentist will inform you of a recommended frequency to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Are X-Rays (Digital Radiographs) Required?
Digital dental x-rays show a lot of information for a dentist to diagnose the health of your teeth and underlying hard and soft tissues. It is not limited to just finding cavities but also helps to detect pathology, infections, and the fit of your older crowns and fillings. You are welcome to email us your x-rays if they were recently taken elsewhere.
Something Doesn’t Feel Right, Do You Take Walk-Ins?
Yes, but please call us before visiting so we can do our best to provide the smoothest experience. We value your time and will always try to accommodate emergency dental situations.
Will My Insurance Cover My Visit?
Every insurance plan is very different. Please provide us with your dental insurance information prior to your visit so we can provide you with a smoother dental experience.
I Don’t See My Concerns Listed Under Services. What Can I Do?
We are NOT limited to what is listed on the website. Please call us and express your dental concerns. We are here to help you.
Is Invisalign® For Me?
Whether you want to straighten your teeth or improve your uneven bite (malocclusion), Invisalign may be your option to treat your smile! Invisalign is a type of removable orthodontic appliance designed with clear aligners. Known for their transparent appearance, they offer a discreet and aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional braces while ensuring comfort and convenience for the wearer.
Set up a consultation so we can help you visualize a before and after smile on the stop!
Will Invisalign® Help Reduce Wear On My Teeth From Clenching & Grinding?
Invisalign aligners are designed to fit perfectly over your teeth and prevent direct contact between your upper and lower arch. This means less wear and tear on your teeth from clenching or grinding.
Have You Found That The Store-Bought Whitening Strips Give You Sensitive Teeth & Short-Term Results?
You can brighten your teeth with either in-office or take-home whitening. There are numerous brands in the market nowadays. Consult with our team first to seek your options for brighter teeth!
What Are Veneers For?
Veneers will achieve a bright, natural white, symmetric smile. They are fabricated with very strong porcelain material and produce an incredible esthetic smile. They are commonly done to achieve a smile makeover or to repair any fractured or irregularly shaped tooth.
They can also be used to conceal gaps between teeth or black triangles. Your dentist is very detail-oriented, and her steady hands will do magic to sculpt these spaces to look like natural-looking teeth. Her patients love her for this.
Is Gum Sculpting Or Gum Contouring For Me?
Some people have “gummy smiles” or thick extra gum tissue. It is possible to sculpt your gum to create a fuller smile and show more of your natural teeth. Depending on your needs and desires, it can be done in a localized area to create a symmetric look or a broader area.
What Are White Bondings?
White bondings are resin composite filling materials that are used to build up your tooth. It can be used for cavity treatments, to block sensitivity, or to sculpt your tooth shape. The composite material blends in with your tooth color and is very strong.
What Is A Dental Bridge?
A bridge is necessary when you are replacing missing teeth. It is held by connected crowns formed over the adjacent teeth of the missing gap. It can serve as an alternative option to an implant placement or partial denture.
What Is An Implant?
An implant is a surgical fixture that is placed into the jawbone and acts as an artificial root for a missing tooth. It is typically made of titanium and can support a single crown, bridge, or denture. Implants provide a long-lasting and natural-looking solution for replacing missing teeth.
What Is A Root Canal Therapy? Is It Painful?
Every tooth has canals filled with nerve and blood supply. There are many scenarios when a root canal may be needed to clean and disinfect the canals. To mention a few: when the canal is infected from a cavity, affected by a fractured tooth, develops an inflammation from an old filling or crown, or simply the tooth becomes non-vital.
Pain is generally associated because some patients tend to wait for the pain to start. You will be completely anesthetized during the procedure.
What Are Porcelain Onlays & Crowns?
Onlays are like partial crowns. It will be in the shape of a filling but fabricated with a much stronger material, porcelain, which blends in with your tooth color. Onlays are recommended if your tooth needs stronger protection. Porcelain crowns form a cap over your tooth and are recommended when your tooth needs full coverage and stronger protection. These are highly esthetic as well.
Do I Need A Deep Cleaning (Scaling & Root Planing)? Is It Different From The Biannual Cleanings?
A deep cleaning is recommended for patients with deeper gum pockets that hug around a tooth. These pockets build up with food, plaque, and bacteria but cannot be cleansed out easily with only a toothbrush or floss. It is crucial to get deep cleanings regularly to maintain your periodontal health if this is your case. Without regular care, the gums, teeth, and bones will get affected over time. A deep cleaning is NOT equivalent to biannual cleanings.
I Want To Save My Tooth. Do I Need An Extraction?
Various factors must be evaluated to determine the life of a tooth. With thorough examination, Dr. Singh will always explain the salvageability and propose different treatment options before she ever suggests a tooth to be extracted.