Cleaning & Fillings

The primary goal of professional teeth cleaning is to thoroughly remove bacterial plaque and calculus (tartar) from your teeth and gums.

A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. When a dentist gives you a filling, he or she first removes the decayed tooth material, cleans the affected area, and then fills the cleaned out cavity with a filling material.By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, a filling also helps prevent further decay. Materials used for fillings include gold, porcelain, a composite resin (tooth-colored fillings), and an amalgam (an alloy of mercury, silver, copper, tin and sometimes zinc).

Root Canal

A root canal therapy is a treatment for repairing badly decayed, inflamed or infected teeth to prevent further infections or tooth loss.

A root canal treatment is required when the pulp (the part at the center of the tooth beneath the enamel which is composed of connective tissue) is inflamed or infected teeth. The cause of inflammation or infection could be deep tooth decay, repeated dental procedures on the same tooth or external trauma, such as cracks, chipping or root fracture. Also, gum diseases can result in root canal problems.

Crown & Bridge

Both crowns and most bridges are fixed prosthetic devices. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, which you can take out and clean daily, crowns and bridges are cemented onto existing teeth or implants, and can only be removed by a dentist.

A crown is used to entirely cover or “cap” a damaged tooth. Besides strengthening a damaged tooth, a crown can be used to improve its appearance, shape or alignment. A crown can also be placed on top of an implant to provide a tooth-like shape and structure for function. Porcelain or ceramic crowns can be matched to the color of your natural teeth. Other materials include gold and metal alloys, acrylic and ceramic. These alloys are generally stronger than porcelain and may be recommended for back teeth. Porcelain bonded to a metal shell is often used because it is both strong and attractive.

A bridge may be recommended if you’re missing one or more teeth. Gaps left by missing teeth eventually cause the remaining teeth to rotate or shift into the empty spaces, resulting in a bad bite. The imbalance caused by missing teeth can also lead to gum disease and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders.

Extraction & Denture

There are multiple reasons why a patient might need their tooth extracted. You might need the tooth extracted if:

• The tooth is severely decayed
• Advanced gum disease is present
• The tooth is broken in such a way that it cannot be repaired The tooth is poorly positioned in your mouth (impacted)
• To prepare for orthodontic treatment, implants or dentures

The space created by the removal of a tooth can lead to shifting teeth, which can alter your bite alignment and the appearance of your smile. Removing a tooth can also lead to problems with your ability to chew or speak clearly. With this in mind, Dr. Zheng will discuss your options if you choose to get the tooth extracted, such as denture or tooth plant.

Whitening

Teeth have a tendency to lose their natural color during the course of time. This discoloration is due to the penetration of substances into the enamel of the tooth’s surface. The stains can be from certain foods and beverages that you may consume – such as coffee, soda, and tea.

Teeth whitening is the most popular type of dental cosmetic procedure. This procedure will help to get rid of staining and discoloration from the teeth. Teeth whitening will help patients to attain the natural glow of their teeth with the help of our experts.