General Dentistry Dublin, CA

Root Canals

When our patients hear that a root canal is needed to protect their teeth from further (often serious) damage, it can sound a little scary. We know root canals are often associated with pain, but this isn’t always the case! Many patients undergo root canal treatment without pain.

The severity of the problem (as well as other individual factors) often determines the extent of pain involved. Your dentist will be able to give you an honest prediction of the likelihood of discomfort. When pain is unavoidable, the careful expertise of an excellent dentist like Dr. Haung can make all the difference in the world. With Dr. Haung’s skilled and careful hand, the pain will always be eliminated or reduced to a minimum.

Root canals are necessary when the tooth’s pulp becomes infected. The pulp (or “roots”) of the tooth is located at the core of the tooth and is protected by dentin and enamel. It consists of connective tissue containing nerve endings and blood vessels. When regular tooth decay is not taken care of quickly enough, that decay can spread to the pulp of the tooth, and at this point, a root canal is needed to ensure that you do not lose the tooth or begin to experience excessive pain from the infected dental pulp.

The procedure consists of removing the dental pulp, cleaning the inside of the tooth, and finally refilling the space. Sometimes crowns are added as a final touch to ensure the tooth remains well-protected.

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Dentures

Tooth loss is, unfortunately, a very common concern, especially as we get older and teeth have accumulated years of exposure to sugary and acidic foods and drinks, as well as possible decay and dental treatments (or lack thereof). If you reach a point where your natural teeth cause you suffering or begin to impede important activities like eating or talking, it may be time for a partial or full set of dentures.

For those who need them, dentures can offer an incredible life improvement. Dentures can eliminate pain or pressure from oral problems, improve your everyday life with eating and speaking, and enhance your overall appearance. With today’s fantastic oral health technology and the skilled dentistry of Dr. Haung, dentures can offer a new and beautifully natural-looking smile that fits perfectly and feels great.

There are a few different types of dentures that can be chosen based on individual circumstances and needs. The type of denture that is best for you will be chosen by you and your dentist and can differ in details such as size, cost, and method of securing the denture in place. The type of denture needed is determined by the number of teeth to be removed and the health of the surrounding bones and soft tissues of the mouth. Dr. Huang will explain what will work best for you and why.

We aim to keep our patients well-informed about any procedure we perform. We not only want you to understand what you may need and why, but also to make sure you go home knowing how to care for your new dentures. Denture removal will vary by denture type, and we will always make sure you understand how to comfortably remove and re-secure new dentures and how to keep them clean.

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Fillings

Fillings are an extremely common way to restore a tooth affected by damage such as chips, cracks, or cavities caused by decay. Fillings can also be used in cosmetic procedures to fix uneven teeth or gaps. Types of fillings differ by the material they are composed of, and the best type for your individual needs will be discussed with you by your dentist.

Filling material may consist of gold, silver, plastic composite resins, or porcelain. When fillings are needed in a visible area of the teeth, your filling will always be expertly color-matched to blend in perfectly with the natural color of your teeth. With precise shaping and buffing by Dr. Haung, your filling will be comfortable and indiscernible.

Although fillings are sometimes requested by patients for cosmetic purposes (and can certainly be great for improving oral appearance in some cases), sometimes fillings are necessary to maintain oral health and even help to ensure that you always keep your natural teeth. In cases of decay, chips, or cracks that can make a tooth especially vulnerable to decay, fillings can be used to fill in and seal these types of damage.

As with any health concern, early detection of the need for a filling is ideal. Cavities can happen even to those with the best oral hygiene, which is why routine dental exams help ensure problems are found early and treated with quality dental care. Dr. Haung can perform most filling work in one visit and will provide you with solutions that last.

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Digital X-Rays

The use of X-ray images (radiography) has long been a widely useful tool for detecting issues in certain parts of the mouth and in each tooth as a whole. Digital radiography is a relatively recent method for diagnosing issues and concerns in oral health care. Digital x-rays do not use film as with traditional x-rays, but can instead provide a digital image that can be viewed on a computer.

It is easy to see how this advancement in radiography is of great use to your dentist when you consider traditional photographs versus newer digital photographs. When holding a traditional photograph in your hands, what you see is what you get; the size and clarity of the image can obviously not be changed once the photo has been printed. However, with digital photographs and x-rays, the image is viewed by the dentist on a computer screen.

These images can not only be zoomed in to view small areas closely, but also digitally enhanced to correct any blurring. These digital benefits result in very large, clear images that can reveal the smallest of cavities, hairline cracks in the teeth, and much more.

Different types of oral x-rays can be taken depending on what Dr. Haung is looking for or where it might be located in the mouth. The difference in x-rays, in terms of the patients’ experience, will depend solely on the placement of the image-capture device. While all x-rays expose the patient to some radiation, digital x-rays are much safer than traditional ones, as they reduce exposure by a substantial 90%!

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All-In-One Dental is located at 7046 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, CA 94568