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General & Preventive

General & Preventive

The foundation of a healthy smile — thorough exams, gentle cleanings, and prompt care when something’s wrong.

What we offer

Everyday care

Exams & cleanings

Routine exams, professional cleanings, X-rays as needed and oral-cancer screening — usually every six months.

Tooth-colored fillings

Natural-looking composite fillings that repair cavities and blend right in.

Root canals

Relieve pain and save an infected tooth, comfortably under anesthetic.

Extractions

Gentle removal when a tooth can’t be saved, including wisdom teeth.

Questions

Frequently asked

How often should I come in?+

For most people, a cleaning and exam every six months keeps problems small and catches them early.

Are your fillings tooth-colored?+

Yes — we use natural-looking composite that matches your teeth.

Do root canals hurt?+

Modern root canals relieve pain; the procedure itself is comfortable under local anesthetic.

What happens at a cleaning?+

A hygienist removes plaque and tartar and polishes your teeth, and we check for decay and gum health, with X-rays as needed.

My gums bleed when I brush — is that normal?+

Occasional bleeding can be an early sign of gum disease, so it’s worth mentioning at your visit and we’ll address it early.

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Ready when you are

New patients welcome, emergencies seen promptly, and PPO insurance accepted.

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