Dental Services

Regular checkups are the best way to keep your smile in great shape and avoid dental emergencies and other issues that can become more costly. Your dentist or dental hygienist will review your digital x-rays and perform an exam to check the health of your teeth and gums.

Regular cleanings are the best possible way to keep your smile healthy and bright and prevent tooth decay and gum disease.  During your regular cleaning, your dentist or dental hygienist will use a piece of equipment called a cavitron.

Dental fillings are one of the most common treatment options.  Two types of filling materials are currently available: amalgam, or “silver” fillings, and composite, or tooth-colored fillings.

A root canal is a treatment option that is designed to repair and “save” a damaged or infected tooth, as an alternative to removing it. Advancements in techniques and equipment for root canals have made it a quicker, easier, and often nearly pain-free procedure.

Dental crowns are a restoration option to help bring your teeth back to their original appearance and function.  Many patients can’t tell the difference between their crown and original teeth.

Sometimes the best possible option to help solve a dental emergency or prevent future problems is to remove a tooth.  There are two basic types of extractions; regular extractions, where the tooth is already showing “erupted” through the gums, and surgical, where the tooth has not yet come through the gum line.

Did you know that gum disease affects nearly 50% of adults in living in the United States?  Gum disease is caused by the presence of bacteria under the gum line, and appears in two stages: gingivitis and periodontitis.

Full and partial dentures are one way to help individuals who have experienced tooth loss to regain the smile that they and others know and love.  Dentures, when properly cared for, can last for many years.

Dental implants are the closest possible option for tooth replacement. Many patients have told us they can’t tell the difference between their original teeth and their dental implants.

We offer Zoom!® and VenusWhite® in-office teeth whitening treatments, as well as several options for you to use at home to give your smile that just-been-to-the-dentist sparkle.

If you have crooked, chipped or discolored teeth, dental veeners, including Lumineers® may be a great option for you.

Great dental health habits that last a lifetime begin at a young age. At 1st Family Dental, we can help you prepare your child for their first visit to the dental office, and set up excellent oral health routines at home.

Mouthguards and night guards are used to protect teeth from excessive wear or damage.