Sunlakes Blog

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a highly effective means of gaining a brighter, more attractive smile. Custom made bleaching gel carriers are made to fit over the arch of teeth. Bleaching gel is placed within these carriers and the patient wears them all night. They are comfortable, safe, and […]

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Dental Implants

Dental implants are metal cylinders made of titanium surgically placed in the jawbone where teeth are missing. They replace the roots of missing teeth and support single crowns, large bridges and dentures. State-of-the-art technology makes it possible for these replacement teeth to look, feel and function like […]

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Immediate Teeth

Can you have teeth pulled out and dentures put in on the same day or in the same week? Yes, it is possible to have your teeth removed and dentures put in the same day. The dentures are called immediate dentures and you should talk to your […]

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Dentures & Partials

I want dentures. Where do I start? The best starting point to see if dentures are an option for you is to see your dentist or a prosthodontist, who is a specialist with an additional three years of training after dental school who focuses on the restoration […]

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Crowns & Bridges

When a tooth exhibits moderate to severe destruction such as a large filling with recurrent decay or extensive wear, a crown, also known as a cap, gives you the strength, beauty, translucency and feel of a natural tooth. Made from a variety of materials, your prosthodontist can […]

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Periodontal Soft Tissue Laser Therapy

Periodontal laser therapy is a non-surgical treatment for periodontal disease that is less invasive than surgical methods, and promotes much faster healing than conventional surgical procedures. After removing the tartar and calculus, a laser is used to selectively remove diseased or infected tissues lining the pockets around […]

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Periodontal Services

Periodontal treatment methods depend upon the type and severity of the disease.  Your dentist and dental hygienist will evaluate for periodontal disease and recommend the appropriate treatment. Periodontal disease progresses as the sulcus (pocket or space) between the tooth and gums gets filled with bacteria, plaque, and […]

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All Preventitive Dental Services

We have two Licensed dental hygienists on our team. They are both well experienced and knowledged. Their goal is to help our patients achieve healthy periodontal tissues and to maintain them in good health. With routine examinations and prophylaxis, most dental problems can be avoided. When problems […]

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Your Dental Health

TERMINAL DENTITION With an aging population we are noting the problem of terminal dentition. It’s unfortunate with excessive wear and tear, things break down. Cars, appliances, etc., all break down and need to be replaced. Due to various reasons the masticatory system also takes a heavy beating. […]

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Tooth Loss

It can happen to anyone, losing a tooth can be very devastating. A child playing in the playground, riding a bicycle can have an accident and knock out, break or crack one or several teeth. A teenager engaged in sports activity, football, hockey, etc. can have a […]

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