Our ServicesIn order to develop a personalized oral health care plan we begin your initial appointment with a thorough oral exam, digital x-ray evaluation and a cleaning. Following this appointment, we offer a one-on-one personalized consultation which is included in the cost of the initial exam. This allows you to be well informed and also participate in the process of your treatment needs.
However, we believe that all the technology in the world will never replace the human element in the delivery of dental care. Our mission is to comfortably create beautiful smiles with the latest technology…and a soft touch. |
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Other services we are pleased to offer:
Preventative services:
Restorative & cosmetic services:
Preventive services:
- Comprehensive Oral Exam - Ideally, your first visit to our office is for an initial exam. This very thorough exam includes a review of all the teeth, the bite, the gums, and other soft tissues to determine if periodontal disease is present and to diagnose any other issues. We also take photos to help with the cosmetic planning. Every exam also includes a complete oral cancer evaluation and x-rays are only taken if needed.
- Digital X-Rays –As a Green Certified office, our patients are exposed to 90% LESS radiation with the use of digital imaging technology. Radiographs, or x-rays, help Dr. Hodous in evaluating and definitively diagnosing many oral diseases and conditions that cannot be seen with the naked eye. Conditions such as fractures, infection bone loss, inter-proximal cavities, and the status of teeth under crowns are just a few of the situations that can be diagnosed through x-rays. Dr. Hodous follows guidelines developed by both the FDA and American Dental Association, and combines them with his professional judgment when deciding on the use of diagnostic imaging (x-rays) for each patient. He weighs the benefits of taking dental radiographs against the risk of exposing you to x-rays, based on your health history and vulnerability to oral disease. Dr. Hodous always takes the necessary precautions against over-exposure, only using x-rays as a medical necessity for diagnosis.
- Sealants- A blessing for both parents and children!! Sealants are a white coating that is applied to the grooves of back teeth in young children to reduce the chances of cavities forming. The teeth do not need to be “drilled on” in order to apply them and they can virtually eliminate cavities in teenagers.
- Bruxism Appliances- Many people “grind” their teeth when they sleep causing wear and damage. Balancing the bite with orthodontics can be a great help, but often this option is not available to adults. The next best thing is to wear an appliance at night that protects the teeth from the grinding. The fitting of an occlusal guard is relatively inexpensive and comfortable to wear.
Restorative & cosmetic services:
- Tooth colored fillings- We offer both composite and porcelain restorations that can be used to match the color of the natural teeth. The durability and esthetics are far superior to the silver fillings used years ago – and a lot healthier for you!
- Porcelain Veneers - The most beautiful restoration in dentistry! Veneers are porcelain facings that cover the outer aspect of front teeth to enhance their beauty. The really great thing about veneers is that they require much less tooth preparation than a crown.
- LumaArch Whitening – In-office power whitening is a great way to improve the color of your teeth and truly brighten your smile! The LumaArch system, in conjunction with hydrogen peroxide, has proven to be a safe and effective method to whitening your teeth. The 60-minute appointment consists of two sessions under the whitening light while you either relax or watch a movie. After both sessions are complete, we take impressions of your teeth. From these impressions we create custom whitening trays for you to pick up a few days later and continue the whitening process at home. You’re then able to go as white as you choose, and you can ‘brighten up’ your smile as often as you want!
- Implants - Implants are a super strong bio-compatible metal placed into the mandible that basically looks similar to the roots of a tooth. The implant is then restored with a post and crown to make it functional. Implants can also be used under dentures to hold them secure so there is no movement when chewing. The success rate is about 96%.