Dental implants are the closest replacements for healthy, natural teeth. These Dental implants replace the roots of missing teeth. Crowns are attached to the implant.

Modern dental implants have been used successfully for over 30 years. They are the strongest replacement for missing teeth. These new teeth will feel, look and function naturally.

Dental Implants can also be used to stabilize dentures…

Three facts about dental implants:

• Dental implants are the only dental restoration option that preserves natural bone, helping to stimulate bone growth.
• In 1952, Swedish orthopedic surgeon P.I. Branemark discovered that titanium naturally fuses with the bone, eventually switching his research focus to the mouth from the knee and hip.
• 3 million people in the United States have implants, a number that is growing by 500,000 annually.

Opalesence whitening gel offers professional whitening in the convenience of your own home. An opalescence whitening gel is designed to maximize comfort.  The wear times can take up to 30 minutes.

Opalesence Go whitening trays are prefilled and disposable and they comfortably adapt to any smile for professional ready to go whitening. Opalescence Go whitening gel is designed to maximize comfort. Available in Mint and Melon flavors. Opalescence Go Whitening trays are effective and easy to use. The unique Ultra Fit tray easily conforms to your individual smile and provides molar-to-molar coverage, whitening your entire smile.

If you want to whiten your teeth in-office, try Opalescence Boost in-office whitening. This power whitening gel can offer brighter, whiter teeth after about an hour in the dental chair. Opalescence Boost whitening Gel is designed to maximize comfort. Opalescence Boost in-office whitening is chemically activated and does not require uncomfortable lights or lasers to work. It is a safe and effective way to get a brighter, whiter smile. It can be used in conjunction with take-home whitening.

Opalescence Whitening Toothpaste is formulated to strengthen enamel and help prevent cavities while actively removing surface stains for whiter teeth. It is gentle enough to use every day and has a unique Cool mint flavor for fresh breath that lasts. It is also available in Sensitivity Relief formula, which has all the benefits as the original formula, plus potassium nitrate to treat sensitive teeth.

A crown completely covers the damaged tooth. It looks like one of your natural teeth. The crown can be cemented over the existing tooth or can be attached to a dental implant.

The dentist may recommend a crown in a few circumstances:

• Significant loss of tooth structure.
• The tooth has sustained extensive damage due to decay or trauma.
• The tooth is weak and likely to chip or break.
• The tooth is poorly shaped or discolored.
• The tooth has undergone a root canal and needs protection.

A dental bridge is another option for dealing with a missing or damaged tooth.

Bridgework literally bridges the gap where there are missing teeth. The remaining teeth on either side of the gap, called abutments, are trimmed and covered with a crown. 

Don’t let missing or damaged teeth affect your smile. Talk with a Dr. Delia to see what options you have for restoring your smile and keeping your mouth healthy. You may find that dental crowns & bridgework can give you the smile you always wanted.

Cosmetic dentistry includes:

• Bonding, Veneers, Porcelain Veneers
• Crowns, Whitening, Orthodontia
• Either adding or removing dental materials, tooth structure, or gums – examples: teeth whitening (bleaching), laser whitening, gum depigmentation
• Straightening of teeth accompanied by improvement in appearance of face – orthodontics

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As an office that offers full-service dentistry, we understand that patients are concerned about taking dental x-rays and incurring any unnecessary radiation or additional costs. From our perspective, we cannot provide an accurate diagnosis, even for a cleaning, without x-rays. We want to be sure we are providing the best care to our patients, and without x-rays there is a lot that we could be missing including periodontal disease, cavities, root fractures and root abscesses.

Many dental problems don’t have symptoms until the disease has progressed to a point of requiring treatment such as root canals or extraction. Our doctors diagnosed many that could have been prevented with the help of digital images.

Radiation from digital dental images is lower than most environmental exposure:

Your Get more radiation exposure from the following then Dental X-Rays:

• Flight from New York to California
• Cell phones, fluorescent lamps, microwaves and computers

Preventive dental care is a partnership between you and Dr. Delia. Developing healthy dental habits early in life can help reduce cavities, gum disease, and gingivitis.

Here are the basics of good oral health:

• Brush your teeth at least 2 times a day—usually morning and night–using a soft-bristled brush and a fluoride toothpaste. Dr. Delia will recommend the best toothbrush and toothpaste for you.
• Floss daily.

Regular preventive dental exams provide the following benefits to your oral health:

• It lowers your risk for tooth decay, periodontal diseases.
• Helps promote good oral hygiene habits, such as brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing.
• Enables your dentist to do a full exam of your mouth, jaw, neck, etc. to identify any related problems.
• Help reduce dental problems related to some chronic medical conditions.

Diabetes, osteoporosis, certain cancers, and eating disorders can all influence dental and oral health. For people with chronic conditions, regular preventive dental care is an important part of whole-person health.

We are pleased to offer our patients the benefits of soft tissue laser dentistry. Dental lasers work the same way as lasers used for other medical procedures. They allow us to focus a directed beam of light and remove problematic tissue without affecting the healthy surrounding tissue. The staff at Delia Dentistry is certified in the use of Laser Dentistry

Dental lasers promote faster healing and allow us to perform a number of procedures with no discomfort and little to no bleeding after treatment. Procedures commonly performed with dental lasers include:

• Comfortable, efficient periodontal treatment including gingivectomies
• Recontouring of gum tissue for a more attractive smile
• Treatment of herpetic and canker sores to shorten their duration and minimize future outbreaks