Offering a wide range of dental treatments and procedures for everyone.

Services & Procedures

General & Preventative

  • Professional dental cleanings (dental prophylaxis) are usually performed by Registered Dental Hygienists. Your cleaning appointment will include a dental exam and more.

  • A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist at your initial dental visit. At regular check-up exams, your dentist and hygienist will include additional checks for dental health.

  • Digital radiography (digital x-ray) is the latest technology used to take dental x-rays. This technique uses an electronic sensor (instead of x-ray film) that captures and stores the digital image on a computer. This image can be instantly viewed and enlarged helping the dentist and dental hygienist detect problems easier. Digital x-rays reduce radiation by 80-90% compared to the already low exposure of traditional dental x-rays.

  • Panoramic X-rays (also known as Panorex® or orthopantomograms) are wraparound photographs of the face and teeth. They offer a view that would otherwise be invisible to the naked eye. X-rays in general, expose hidden structures, such as wisdom teeth, reveal preliminary signs of cavities, and also show fractures and bone loss.

  • Tooth decay can be extremely painful and puts the teeth at risk. Many extractions and restorative treatments are performed every single day because tooth decay has become too severe for the dentist to save the tooth. Diagnodent® is a safe fluorescent laser that detects hidden tooth decay accurately, quickly, and in its earliest stages.

  • Fluoride is the most effective agent available to help prevent tooth decay. It is a mineral that is naturally present in varying amounts in almost all foods and water supplies. The benefits of fluoride have been well known for over 50 years and are supported by many health and professional organizations.

  • According to research conducted by the American Cancer Society, more than 30,000 cases of oral cancer are diagnosed each year. More than 7,000 of these cases result in the death of the patient. The good news is that oral cancer can easily be diagnosed with an annual oral cancer exam, and effectively treated when caught in its earliest stages.

  • The overwhelming fear of dental appointments can be a common cause of anxiety. Many people visualize a drill-wielding man in a white coat just waiting to cause pain and remove teeth. The reality, however, is very different. The comfort, relaxation, and happiness of the patient are embedded deep at the heart of any good dental practice. Our staff will do whatever they can to reduce anxiety, allay fears and provide painless, quick treatments.

  • Our office has a general dentist, oral surgeon, and periodontist on staff, so we are well-equipped to handle any dental emergency. If you are having tooth pain or have a dental emergency such as a tooth abscess, broken tooth, or have had trauma to either the teeth or jaw, please call our office right away. By seeking immediate care for a dental emergency, you will be assured to receive more successful and less invasive treatment than if you put off contacting your dentist. We understand that fear or anxiety may prevent you from seeking treatment. Our office has various sedation options to ensure you receive comfortable care. We will make our best efforts to see you promptly, even if you have never been to our office before. Contact us now →

  • A significant number of Americans do not visit the dentist for regular checkups because they are too fearful or suffer from dental anxiety. Sedation dentistry offers an excellent way to provide a safe, anxiety-free, dental experience to those who are afraid of the dentist.

  • The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) suggests that parents should make an initial “well-baby” appointment approximately six months after the emergence of the first tooth, or no later than the child’s first birthday.

Restorative

  • Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures. Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances.

    Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth (usually titanium) that are surgically placed into the upper or lower jaw bone by our own Dr. Katie Allen. The teeth attached to implants are very natural-looking and often enhance or restore a patient’s smile!

  • A composite (tooth-colored) filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by decay, cracks, fractures, etc. The decayed or affected portion of the tooth will be removed and then filled with a composite filling.

    Because composite fillings are tooth-colored, they can be closely matched to the color of existing teeth, and are more aesthetically suited for use in front teeth or the more visible areas of the teeth.

  • Tooth crowns & caps are coverings that encase the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size. Tooth crowns & caps protect and strengthen tooth structures that cannot be restored with fillings or other types of restorations.

  • Dental erosion has been diagnosed, treatment planned, and treated in our office for the past twenty years. We utilize a multi-disciplinary approach using ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat), gastroenterologist, periodontist, psychologist, and oral surgeon to properly treat this destructive problem, no matter what the ideology is.

  • The proper diagnosis of patient wear with or without TMJ problems has been a major aspect of our practice since Dr. Allen finished his advanced continued education with Dr. Joseph Clayton, who was the head of the Fixed Prosthetic Program at the University of Michigan. Proper diagnosis, treatment planning, and treatment, along with a proper patient follow-up, have made this aspect of functional dentistry a pillar of our practice. Combined with education and dental aesthetics, those factors have blended the functional and esthetic outcomes that our patients desire.

  • Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome (TMJ) is a common condition affecting a wide variety of people. TMJ is characterized by severe headaches, jaw pain of varying degrees, grinding teeth, and intermittent ringing in the ears. The vast majority of TMJ sufferers are unaware that the root cause of these problems is something that a dentist can effectively treat.

  • Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome (TMJ) is a common condition affecting a wide variety of people. TMJ is characterized by severe headaches, jaw pain of varying degrees, grinding teeth, and intermittent ringing in the ears. The vast majority of TMJ sufferers are unaware that the root cause of these problems is something that a dentist can effectively treat.

  • Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are gaining popularity for a variety of conditions, from sports injuries to hair loss. The treatment uses a patient’s own blood cells to accelerate healing in a specific area.

Cosmetic & Orthodontic

  • Veneers are very thin pieces of durable, tooth-shaped porcelain that are custom made (for shape and color) by a professional dental laboratory. They are bonded onto the front of the teeth to create a beautiful and attractive smile.

    Veneers can completely reshape your teeth and smile. They can often be alternatives to crowns and the ideal solution in treating many dental conditions.

  • Teeth whitening (or bleaching) is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the color of natural tooth enamel and is an ideal way to enhance the beauty of your smile.

  • Orthodontic braces were historically associated with teenagers. Today, an increasing number of adults are choosing to wear braces to straighten their teeth and correct malocclusions (bad bites). In fact, it is now estimated that almost one-third of all current orthodontic patients are adults.

  • Although patients of any age can benefit from orthodontic braces, they tend to work much quicker on pre-teens and teenagers since they are still experiencing jaw growth. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that children should first see an orthodontist around the age of seven years old. An orthodontic examination may be beneficial before age seven if facial or oral irregularities are noted. When we examine your child, we are looking at their growth and development so that we can make a proper recommendation in terms of whether orthodontics is needed.

  • We are pleased to announce that orofacial myofunctional therapy is now being offered in our practice! One of our registered dental hygienists received her certificate from Neo-Health Services to become an orofacial myologist.

  • Proper training, and our experience with the anatomy and function of facial muscles, deem us highly qualified to administer Botox and other cosmetic injections, such as dermal fillers.

Oral Surgery

  • Oral Maxillofacial Surgeons are specialists with advanced training and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of various head and neck conditions and injuries.

  • Third molars, commonly referred to as wisdom teeth, are usually the last four of 32 teeth to erupt in the mouth, generally making their appearance between the ages of 17 and 25. They are located at the back of the mouth (top and bottom), near the entrance to the throat. The term “wisdom” stems from the idea that the molars surface at a time typically associated with increased maturity or “wisdom”.In most cases, inadequate space in the mouth does not allow the wisdom teeth to erupt properly and become fully functional. When this happens, the tooth can become impacted (stuck) in an undesirable or potentially harmful position. If left untreated, impacted wisdom teeth can contribute to infection, damage to other teeth, and possibly cysts or tumors.

  • Humans have two upper (maxillary) canines and two lower (mandibular) canines. Canine teeth are sometimes referred to as cuspids, fangs, or “eye teeth” because of their direct positioning beneath the eyes. Canine teeth have thicker and more conical roots than incisors and thus have an especially firm connection to the jaw. Canine teeth often have the longest root of all teeth in the human mouth and are the last to fully erupt and fall into place; often around age 13.

  • A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the soft tissues of the mouth and the underlying jawbone which supports the teeth. A dentist must first graduate from an accredited dental school before undertaking an additional three years of study within a periodontology residency training program, in order to qualify as a periodontist. The primary focus of this residency training is on both surgical and nonsurgical management of periodontal disease and the placement of dental implants.