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Comprehensive ExamDental exams are important for overall health. Our complete exams include visual inspection of soft tissues inside mouth for lesions and signs of oral cancer, periodontal screening including the measurement of space between teeth and gums, visual inspection of all teeth for decay, and dental x-rays to identify any hidden signs of cavities or disease.All Porcelain CrownsTeeth with large defective fillings or large areas of decay need full coverage restorations called crowns. All porcelain crowns are made from pure ceramic and have no metal. These crowns have the natural appearance and translucency of normal teeth. Using bonding technology developed in the 1980’s, we can form strong chemical bonds between the ceramic crown and the underlying tooth.Non-Metal Crowns or FillingsAll porcelain crowns and composite fillings are white/tooth-colored and natural in appearance. These restorations utilize adhesive technology and they are permanently bonded to the underlying tooth structure. These restorations look great and last a long time.Sometimes amalgams (silver fillings) are placed. They represent a low percentage compared to the number of tooth-colored fillings. Of course, we would love to give every patient the most aesthetic-looking dental restorations. But there are some situations in which a composite filling does not work well. (Teeth in the back of the mouth can be difficult to isolate. This hinders the composite filling-to-tooth chemical bond.) ImplantsImplants completely simulate a natural tooth. It involves a surgical procedure that replaces missing teeth. A nickel titanium cylinder is placed and secured in the bone. This functions as “the root.” A porcelain crown is then placed over the nickel titanium cylinder, giving the appearance of a natural tooth.Cosmetic DentistryAre you looking for a cosmetic dentist in Nashville? Then consider David Roach DDS Family Dentistry. Click for more information. |
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