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Oral health is not only important for adults but equally important for children as well. Establishing good oral hygiene practices at a young age sets the pace for a healthy mouth and a lifetime of healthy smiles. Although children have a different dentition than adults, it is important to keep "baby teeth" clean and healthy. Our goal…
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Losing several or all of your teeth is something that no one plans on, but when this does happen there are several options for the replacement of missing teeth. Complete dentures and partial dentures are two options to replace missing teeth and re-establish function and smile. Complete and partial dentures are custom-made replacement teeth that can be…
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We understand that some of our patients may have some anxiety when it comes to dental care and you're not alone. The National Institute of Health reports that 50% of all Americans avoid the dentist and they stated that fear is one of the primary reasons. At Ferdos Family Dental, we understand how real this fear can…
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Dental night guards are frequently the treatment of choice for patients who have a known history of unconscious clenching or grinding of their teeth while they sleep. This condition is known as bruxism, and most patients will grind their teeth at night and not even know they are doing it. Long-term consistent bruxism can lead to a…
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It is always best to keep your natural teeth if possible, but in certain cases of severe cavities, gum disease or cracks, it can be impossible to save a tooth. Dental implants have revolutionized the way we replace missing teeth and they are now more affordable than ever before! A dental implant is a titanium post or…
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Invisalign is a system of custom-made clear aligners that are used to straighten crooked, crowded or spaced teeth. Invisalign aligners are used for orthodontic treatment in order to move and align teeth for a beautiful smile! A detailed custom mold is made of your teeth from which the clear aligners are computer generated. Before your treatment begins,…
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Comfortable & Safe Procedure When a tooth becomes infected, many patients fear that they will lose the tooth and the pain associated with that infection can be unbearable at times. However, in many cases, the infection can be treated and the tooth saved with a root canal. A root canal is a procedure that repairs and saves…
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DIY Tooth Extractions Are Never a Good Idea Let the Experts at Ferdos Family Dental Handle It At Ferdos Family Dental, our goal is to always save a tooth when possible. However, in certain cases, a tooth may be decayed or abscessed to the point that it would not be beneficial to save it. Examples of when…
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A dental filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay or cavity back to its healthy shape and function. Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in the mouth break down sugars and carbohydrates that are left on the teeth after snacks and meals. The bacteria forms an acid through this process that dissolves tooth structure,…