From patient-focused routine care to full smile restorations, we provide many dental services to patients in our Greenville, TX, dental office. At Wesley Dental, we offer more than traditional cleanings and exams. While we provide those services, we help patients brighten their smiles, replace missing teeth, and restore infected teeth. Local dentist Dr. Scott Marshall works with patients to find the best treatments for their oral health problems.
Dental Services in Greenville, TX
At Wesley Dental, we value complete dental services. We provide routine check-ups and cleanings to help prevent dental problems and keep your teeth and gums in shape. If you need restorative work, we can help repair damaged or missing teeth with implants, crowns, and bridges. We also offer cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening and veneers to enhance your smile.
Our complete dental services for patients of all ages include:
Cosmetic Dentistry
We all know that having a healthy, bright, beautiful smile enhances our appearance. It also provides a confidence boost. Thanks to the advances in modern cosmetic dentistry, we can improve our teeth and smiles with quick, painless, and affordable treatments.
- Teeth Whitening: We offer non-invasive teeth whitening to brighten your smile. Professional teeth whitening can lift stains from tobacco, food, and drinks. We also offer in-office and take-home options.
- Dental Veneers: We shape these porcelain shells to yout natural teeth. They are durable and do not stain easily. You can cover a single tooth or all the teeth in your smile zone with veneers.
- Tooth Bonding: Bonding is similar to veneers but is completely reversible. Dental bonding can fix small tooth gaps, stained teeth, and small tooth chips or cracks. We color-match this material to create an even look.
- Invisalign: If you want an alternative to metal braces, try Invisalign. Clear Invisalign aligners treat crowded teeth, overbites, underbites, and gaps between teeth. Invisalign also often takes less time than braces treatment.
Restorative Dentistry
Our restorative dental treatments can renew the entire function and form of the smile. Restorative care can address missing teeth, gum disease, damaged teeth, and other problems. Our restorative treatments include:
- Dental Implants: If you have lost a tooth or require extraction, we will recommend dental implants. Implants are titanium posts that we place in the jaw bone. Over time, as these artificial tooth roots heal, they provide stable support for crowns, bridges, and dentures.
- Dentures: Implant dentures are a durable option for replacing multiple missing teeth. Traditional removable dentures can slip around your mouth, making eating and speaking difficult. Implants provide extra support to help dentures function like natural teeth.
- Bone Grafting: We recommend bone grafting if you are missing teeth or have had bone loss in your jaw. It’s the best solution to restore your jaw to its natural state. We often recommend this treatment before implants so you have a good foundation for the implant posts.
- Dental Crowns: Crowns or caps can help restore your smile. They can also cover teeth after a root canal, protect worn teeth, and cover single dental implants. We use tooth-colored crowns for a natural look.
- Dental Bridges: Don’t let the gap in your teeth keep you from smiling. Bridges assist in filling a gap of one to two teeth in your smile. We recommend implant-supported bridges to prevent damage to your natural teeth.
- Periodontal Therapy: If you have signs of gum inflammation or disease, contact our office. We recommend a deep cleaning treatment for gum disease. Antibiotics can also reduce the amount of harmful bacteria that cause gum disease.
General Dentistry
Our general dental treatments preserve and maintain the smile. We work to keep your teeth and gums healthy to prevent dental diseases from coming back or getting worse.
General dental care includes:
- Exams, Cleanings, and X-rays: At your first dental visit, we perform cleanings and dental exams. We may also recommend an oral cancer screening. You can talk to us during cleaning to get your screening. In addition, dental radiographs provide information that is not visible during a regular dental exam.
- Dental Extractions: Do you have a toothache, chronic pain, or dental infection? A simple, quick, painless tooth extraction might be the best answer. In addition, we may remove wisdom teeth if they don’t have enough room to enter the mouth or develop normally.
- Custom Mouthguard: Sports mouthguards are required for anyone who plays a contact sport. Wearing a custom-made mouthguard can help prevent knocked-out teeth, jaw injuries, and tooth damage. We can also create a mouthguard for you if you have braces.
- Emergency Dentistry: Emergency dental care provides prompt care for urgent dental issues. Common dental emergencies we treat can include toothaches, knocked-out teeth, and broken teeth. Our office will provide quick, professional care if you have an emergency.
- Family Dentistry: Our family-friendly office provides dental care for patients of all ages. From routine cleanings to restorative care, we’re here to help. We also consider age, among other factors, to customize care for you.
- Laser Dentistry: Dental lasers are a great alternative to traditional dental tools. Lasers use light and heat to gently cut the mouth’s soft tissue. They offer quicker, more comfortable gum disease treatment. Lasers can also treat gummy smiles.
- Pediatric Dentistry: At Wesley Dental, we provide dental care for children. Children’s dentistry focuses on good oral health habits and cavity prevention. We can give parents tips on caring for their child’s smile at home. Our office also provides custom dental care for kids.
- Sedation Dentistry: Dental sedation is a modern dental tool. Our office provides safe sedation for all ages. Whether you have a long treatment or dental anxiety, you can feel calm and relaxed with sedation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I receive cosmetic treatments like veneers if I have gum disease?
No, you’ll need to treat and stabilize gum disease before getting veneers. Healthy gums are essential for veneers to fit properly and last. Placing veneers on inflamed or infected gums can lead to poor results and complications. Once your gums are healthy, your dentist can safely move forward with cosmetic treatment.
Will sedation dentistry put me to sleep, or just help me relax?
It depends on the type of sedation. Nitrous oxide and oral sedation help you relax and stay awake and responsive. IV sedation may make you drowsy enough to sleep lightly, but you’re still conscious. Only general anesthesia fully puts you to sleep.
Is periodontal therapy painful?
Periodontal therapy, like deep cleaning, can cause mild discomfort, but dentists often numb the area to keep you comfortable. Some soreness or sensitivity afterward is normal and fades within a few days. Good aftercare helps reduce discomfort and speed up healing.
Are implant-supported bridges better than traditional bridges?
Yes, implant-supported bridges don’t rely on natural teeth for support, which preserves healthy tooth structure. They also help stop bone loss in the jaw and offer greater stability and longevity. We will recommend the best option for your oral health and bone condition.
When is a tooth extraction necessary instead of a root canal?
You’ll need an extraction when a tooth is too damaged to restore, such as with a deep fracture, severe decay, or advanced infection. If the structure can be saved, a root canal is usually preferred to preserve the tooth. We will evaluate the condition and recommend the best approach.
Can laser dentistry be used for cosmetic gum reshaping?
Yes, laser dentistry is often used to reshape uneven or excessive gum tissue. It offers precise results with minimal bleeding and faster healing than traditional methods. It’s commonly used to improve the appearance of a “gummy” smile.
What restorative options are available after a dental trauma or injury?
Options depend on the extent of the damage. Bonding may fix minor chips, while larger breaks could require crowns or veneers. Knocked-out or severely damaged teeth might need root canals, implants, or bridges. Your dentist will assess the injury and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Contact Us Today
Do you need dental care for you and your family? Get complete dental services in our Greenville, TX, dental office. Call Wesley Dental for treatment at 903-455-2942. You can also schedule your next dental appointment on our website.
Please let us know if you have a current dental concern or questions for us. We’re here to help you get the right care.