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An increasingly popular alternative to silver amalgam fillings is composite tooth-colored fillings. New tooth colored fillings are safe, durable, and are virtually undetectable, making those around you think you’ve always had a flawless set of teeth. Unlike Amalgam fillings, composite fillings are virtually invisible and our team at Monroe Dental Care can shade them according to the color of your teeth to create a perfect match, giving you a beautiful, silver-less smile! Benefits of Composite White Fillings Created to match your tooth to ensure a natural look and feel Because composite fillings can be created in smaller preparations, less of your tooth structure is lost and less drilling is needed The material is made from acrylic and glass particles, containing no mercury or other metals Provides support to remaining tooth structure, and insulates against temperature changes First, the targeted tooth is drilled to remove decay Next, a bonding agent is applied to the drilled tooth The composite material is attached and molded to your tooth structure The material is hardened by focusing intense light rays on it for about a minute The filling is now complete and you have a bright, natural-looking new tooth! The Filling Process Your filling brightness can be maintained by simply practicing good oral hygiene and avoiding staining food and drinks such as coffee, soda, tea, etc. For more information on composite white fillings or to schedule an appointment, call Monroe Dental Care and let us rejuvenate your smile

Custom Characterized dentures are ideal for you if you desire exclusive features and the best value. This option provides the ultimate way to create more natural-looking teeth. Premium Dentures Include: Top Quality acrylic base plate for more natural looking gums Options for whiter shades of teeth Improved Odor Resistance Shrink-free process for a more comfortable, confident and secure fit Replacement “Safety” denture (extra set) Free annual check-up with oral cancer screening and professional cleaning Free reline in first 3 years, if necessary 3 Year limited warranty

Sometimes trauma, gum disease, cracked or broken teeth and tooth decay can be too significant, and despite our best efforts to save the tooth, extraction may be the only option. No one wants to lose a tooth, but here at Monroe Dental Care, we will make the process as comfortable and as pain-free as possible. Just because extraction may be necessary doesn’t mean you have to live with a missing tooth space. We can provide restorative dental options to replace the extracted tooth. These options include Dental Implants, Permanent bridges, and Removable partial dentures. Our team at Monroe Dental Care can discuss with you what treatment may be best and what the benefits of each would be. Dental implants are surgically fitted to provide a secure, sturdy fit while keeping the appearance of a real tooth. If a number of your teeth need replaced, we offer standard dentures in traditional and premium options as well.

Despite the common belief that root canals are excruciatingly painful, in actuality they cause very little pain and discomfort. In fact, root canals actually relieve tooth pain. What is a Root Canal? Each tooth has tissue containing nerve fibers that run through the center of the root of your tooth, which are called “root canals.” When this tissue dies as a result of a deep cavity or trauma, root canal therapy is needed. Without treatment, pain gradually worsens and the tooth can abscess and cause swelling. What is Root Canal Therapy? Root canal therapy is used to remove the dead tissue from the tooth. After numbing the area around the tooth, the Monroe Dental team will isolate the tooth and sterilize it in order to protect it from bacteria in the mouth. We will then remove the dead tissue, from the canals. Afterwards, we will sterilize the tooth and place a rubber filling material inside of it. The tooth is then built back up and prepared for a crown. Years ago, completing a root canal used to take several, long visits to the dentist. Today, root canals can often be completed in less than one hour during a single visit, thanks to recent advances in technology and new dental techniques. If you are in need of a root canal but keep putting it off, relieve your pain and make an appointment at Monroe Dental Care today.

Dental Implants offer a wide range of benefits: Your teeth will look and feel natural, providing a confident smile Elimination of discomfort or soreness some experience with ordinary dentures or bridges No slipping, allowing you to speak and eat normally Missing teeth can affect what foods or drinks you can consume, which can lead to poor nutrition and overall health Your bite can also be affected, causing your teeth to line up improperly which can lead to possible jaw joint or other bite problems Your self-esteem can be reduced as well, if you feel self-conscious and worry about people noticing missing teeth Supporting Dentures When a patient has lost all of his or her teeth but wants a better fit and more retention than traditional dentures allow, implant supported dentures can give them that stability. A limited number of implants are placed into the jawbone, and the denture fits snugly over the implants and a connector called an abutment. Supporting Crowns/Bridges Single tooth implants are used when one or more of patients teeth are missing. They offer the stability of a natural tooth root, and this is an excellent option for patients who do not wish to have a removable appliance. Standard implants can support crowns (to replace a single tooth) or bridges (missing adjacent teeth). If you have missing teeth and want to discuss dental implant options, please contact Monroe Dental Care at (704) 270-5030 and let us help you regain your smile, not just for cosmetic reasons, but for the sake of your health as well.

Healthy gums look pale pink and firm, but they can still look pink even as the disease begins. There are different classes of gum disease, and as you progress to the more serious forms, your damage will become more severe. You are your own first line of defense! It’s important that you know what gum disease looks like in its earliest form so that you can get treatment right away. Watch for the known warning signs that you are in the beginning stages of gum disease: • Gums that are swollen around your teeth. Affected gums swell and protrude in all directions around the teeth that have plaque and tartar. • Gums that are bright red or bruised-looking. The color is a result of the infection deep within the gums themselves. Healthy gums are light in color, but the deep or bright hue shows irritation. • Receding gums that are pulling away from your teeth, causing your teeth to look longer or larger than usual. Not all gums swell with the disease. In fact, many people report that their gums actually pull back from the teeth, leaving the roots exposed and sensitive. • New spaces between teeth that used to be pushed together. When your gums are swelling or retracting, your teeth are also likely to move, a sign that is often more immediately noticeable than gum changes. • Pus-forming or oozing from between your teeth. Whether it is excessive bleeding or pus, liquids that come from your teeth and gums always indicate a problem. • Loose adult teeth. Your permanent teeth shouldn’t be loose. If you’re experiencing movement or wiggling teeth, you should visit the office right away. • A change in the fit of your teeth when you bite your jaw together. Even if your teeth only move a little, your bite may be affected, causing your teeth to fit together differently than in the past. • An ongoing bad taste in your mouth, even if you haven’t eaten. The layers of plaque and tartar on your teeth can cause a long-standing unpleasant taste in your mouth. • Constant sores in your mouth. Sores are another sign of infection, and being unable to get rid of them is a cause for concern. • Bad breath that just doesn’t seem to go away. This is also typically caused by the buildup of old plaque and tartar on your teeth and tongue. It’s always best to have any dental concern checked by a Dentist. We would rather see one of our patients with perfectly healthy gums and reassure that person that everything is fine and worry-free than to discover periodontal gum disease after damage is already done.

While X rays provide valuable information that we can’t get from any other source, they cant show you everything that is going on in your mouth. That is why we have invested in an intra-oral camera – a highly advanced piece of diagnostic equipment that allows you to see what we see inside your mouth. The intraoral camera handpiece is approximately the size and shape of a dental mirror. It has a built –in light source, and serves as a tiny video camera that allows us to zoom in on one tooth with 25 times magnification, or give you a “video tour” of your entire mouth. The images are displayed on a television or computer monitor, so you’ll be able to see problems such as worn or broken fillings, cracked teeth, plaque deposits, cavities next to fillings and excessive wear. YOU CAN SEE WHAT WE SEE! The intra-oral camera allows you to be an active partner in your dental treatment by enabling you to see what we see inside your mouth. With a clear understanding of your dental conditions, you’ll be able to make treatment decisions with confidence.

We accept the majority of insurance plans and make sure our care is affordable for all patients, even those without any dental insurance.

Our doctor’s have many options to get you the smile that you desire. We have helped many patients achieve brighter, healthier and more beautiful smiles. The staff & doctor’s are extremely active in continuing education courses, where they learn the most up-to-date techniques to create beautiful smiles.

We offer a variety of options to help even the most anxious patients relax and be able to receive the treatment they need. Continuing to put off seeing the dentist can make any problems that are present much worse. We are here to help you achieve the smile and oral health that you deserve.

We strive to provide high-quality care to all our patients; however, we are not in-network with Medicaid and are unable to accept it as a form of payment.

Our Doctor performs the majority of dental procedures in their office. If your treatment requires a dental specialist, our office has formed relationships with some of the area’s best specialists and we will ensure you get the care you need and want. Call (704) 270-5030 to schedule an appointment today.