Is Your Smile Hiding Something?

Answer our Patient Questionnaire to find out about the health and beauty of your smile!

Our passion is spreading the positive message of modern dentistry. If your teeth are causing you pain, either physically or emotionally, we can help. We know that if your joints, muscles and teeth work together to form a complete, healthy masticatory system, then whatever improvements we make to your teeth… crowns, veneers, inlays, implants, partials etc.… will be built on a strong functional foundation. If your smile is hiding something that gives you pain, talk to us. We can make your smile beautiful from the inside out.

• Would you like to have whiter teeth?
   Yes___                No___             

• Do you have cracked, chipped or missing teeth?
   Yes___                No___              

• Are your teeth worn down?
   Yes___                No___            
 
• Do you have crooked or overlapping teeth?
   Yes___               No___        
     
• Do you think your smile is too “gummy”
   Yes___               No___        
     
• Do you wake up with jaw or facial pain?
   Yes___               No___          
     
• Can you make any tooth hurt (even a little bit) by grinding your teeth together?
   Yes___               No___                   

• Are the muscles in your jaw, face or neck sore?
   Yes___               No___            

• Do you have loose teeth?
   Yes___               No___           

• Can you chew comfortably on only one side of your mouth?
   Yes___               No___            

• Do your teeth feel as though they don’t quite fit together?
   Yes___               No___             

• Do your gums bleed when brushing or flossing?
   Yes___               No___      
      
• Are your teeth sensitive to cold or hot temperatures?
   Yes___               No___  
          
• Can you make either your left or right jaw joint (TMJ) hurt or bother you in any way when you grind your teeth together?
   Yes___               No___             

• If you have had any caps(crowns) or bridgework done, did it affect your speech or create pressure or discomfort in your lips?
   Yes___               No___        
    
• Are previously done caps, veneers, or bridgework undetectable.Does the restorative work look naturally beautiful?
   Yes___               No___        

• Do you have any problems with restorations coming loose or breaking?
   Yes___               No___
 

New Patient Visit

As you first walk through our doors, our team will make you feel comfortable, greet you by your first name, offer you a drink, and escort you to a seat in our consultation room. One of our dentists and a team member will talk to you for perhaps an hour and a half to understand your needs and to conduct a comprehensive examination. This may include a review of your dental and medical history, an oral cancer screening, dental x-rays, periodontal charting, education on home-care and periodontal disease, a full TMJ exam including muscle palpations, and possibly a diagnosis. For some patients, it can be an emotional event, charged with painful memories of previous dental visits, and a renewed hope of what can be accomplished. We have helped many phobic patients renew their faith in dentistry and achieve the smile of their dreams. Should you have any questions or concerns before your appointment, please do not hesitate to call.

Preventive Care

During regular check-ups and recall visits, we take care to ensure the ongoing health of your teeth. In particular, we strive to prevent cavities and disease by using:

• Diagnostic x-rays
• Fluoride treatments and sealants
• Routine periodontal (gum) examinations
• Oral cancer screenings
• Laser soft tissue management