Pediatric Dentistry

by cemadmin | May 12, 2020 | Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry

Your child’s oral health is important.

Plainfield Family Dental is a kid-friendly environment that provides top-notch pediatric dental service.

Establishing good habits like flossing and brushing after meals will prevent tooth decay and cavities.

From toddler age to adolescence to early adulthood, we’ll make sure that your child’s mouth, teeth, and gums are healthy.

Our goal is to give your child more reasons to smile!

We even have a treasure chest full of prizes for our youngest patients to celebrate a great visit!

Schedule an Appointment Today!

Contact us if you have dentistry questions or would like to know more about our services. Our customer-friendly team is available.

Call 317-839-8684

Mouthguards

by cemadmin | May 8, 2020 | General Dentistry

Mouthguards

Dr. Williams is able to help you relieve the soreness that is the effect of nocturnal teeth grinding.

Protect Your Teeth From Grinding

Your daily routine may cause stress and anxiety. Traveling to and from work, sitting in traffic, and other triggers may result in teeth clenching, bruxism, or grinding your teeth at night.

At Plainfield Family Dental, preventative care is important to us. Mouthguards are a preventative tool that can help you alleviate and cope with teeth grinding.

Sports Mouthguards

While engaged in sports, you can keep your teeth protected using a mouthguard. These are dental appliances that are worn over your teeth during athletic activities, helping to provide cushioning and prevent serious damage.

Mouthguards can be especially beneficial for those wearing braces as they can protect the teeth and brackets as well as act as a barrier between the braces and the insides of the cheeks, lips, and tongue.

At our practice, Dr. Williams can have a mouthguard custom-made for you. An impression will be made of your teeth and sent to a dental lab where the mouthguard will be constructed to be an exact match for your teeth.

There are different types of mouthguards, ranging from semi-rigid to flexible, and the best type for you may depend on the sport or activity you will be doing, so be sure to let us know how you will be using it.

Caring for Your Mouthguard

Be sure to brush and floss before wearing your mouthguard
Don’t chew on your mouthguard
Don’t bend your mouthguard, as it’s important that it maintains its shape
Your mouthguard can be damaged by heat, so keep it out of the sun and don’t leave it in a closed vehicle
Keep your mouthguard clean, and don’t throw it in with sweaty clothes or sports gear
Wash your mouthguard after each use with soap and cool water
Before storing your mouthguard, soak it in mouthwash
Keep your mouthguard in its proper, ventilated storage box
Call us if you need the fit adjusted or are experiencing any other problems with your mouthguard

Schedule an Appointment Today!

If you are experiencing painful jaw muscles, pain while chewing, morning headaches, or if your partner noticed your teeth are grinding while you’re asleep, give us a call.

Call 317-839-8684

Fixed Bridges, Removable Partial Dentures & Implants

by cemadmin | May 8, 2020 | General Dentistry

Tooth Replacement Options

People who are missing one or a few teeth can experience several oral health issues.

Fixed Bridges, Removable Partial Dentures & Implants

People who are missing one or a few teeth can experience issues such as:

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Change in their bite (occlusion)

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Shifting teeth

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Higher risk of temporomandibular joint disorder, gum disease, and tooth decay

Tooth Replacement Options

There are a variety of tooth-replacement options available. Speak with Dr. Williams to discover which options may be the best choices for your individual needs.

Implants

For those who are missing one or a few teeth, dental implants can be an ideal solution. These are made from strong materials, such as titanium, which can safely be anchored into bone, where they can serve as roots for replacement teeth.

An individual dental implant can be topped with a crown, a pair could be used to support a bridge, and a small number of dental implants can even be used to act as supports for a denture.

To receive dental implants, you must be in good health and have enough bone tissue to support the implant.

Fixed Bridges

Bridges are a replacement option when one or more teeth are missing. Bridges involve a false tooth, known as a pontic, being supported by natural teeth on either side. Typically, this procedure will require treatment of the teeth adjacent to the gap, fitting them for crowns that will support the Pontic.

Fixed bridges can be less expensive than dental implants and still look, feel, and function just like your real teeth.

Removable Partial Dentures

Partial dentures may be an option for those who still have some remaining healthy teeth. These are a removable form of denture that makes use of one of a variety of different clasps to allow them to attach to your remaining teeth.

Partial dentures make it easier to eat and speak and help restore the appearance of your smile. You will likely not wear these 24 hours a day, as Dr. Williams might suggest removing them at night when you sleep and putting them back in the morning.

Schedule an Appointment Today!

If you are interested in learning more, schedule a consultation with Dr. Williams.

Call 317-839-8684

Complete Dentures

by cemadmin | May 8, 2020 | General Dentistry

Complete Dentures

Those who suffer from missing teeth may find that they have more difficulty speaking or eating, have discomfort from the shifting of the remaining teeth, or may find that the gaps in their smile are affecting their self-esteem.

Plainfield Family Dental can help you find the best solution for your needs, such as complete dentures.

Complete dentures use replacement teeth which are fitted into a plastic base, which is crafted to closely resemble the look of your gums. As these are a total replacement for all teeth of either the upper or lower arch, or both, any remaining teeth will need to be extracted before your dentures can be placed.

Types of Dentures

Conventional Complete Dentures

For conventional dentures, you can be fitted once any necessary tooth extractions have been performed and your mouth has fully healed.

An upper denture includes the teeth and a plastic base that resembles your gums. They cover the roof of your mouth (palate) as well. These form a seal with your gums and palate to help hold them in place.

The lower denture, on the other hand, has a horseshoe shape in order to allow room for your tongue.

Implant-Supported Complete Dentures

A modern variant on complete dentures, implant-supported dentures use a minimal number of dental implants to allow the dentures to attach more securely. These have the benefit of making the denture more stable and secure, and the implants will help prevent some additional bone loss.

As dental implants need to be anchored into your jaw bone, just as your natural teeth would be, you will need to have sufficient bone tissue to be eligible for implant-retained dentures.

Immediate Dentures

For patients who need dentures right away, immediate dentures are an option. These are fabricated in a dental lab before your remaining teeth have been removed, so they will be ready to be placed right away. This means you won’t be without teeth during the time when your mouth is healing.

Keep in mind that your mouth will change during the healing process. This may require your dentures to need relining. In some cases, Dr. Williams may recommend a new denture entirely.

Schedule an Appointment Today!

If you are interested in learning more about complete dentures, schedule a consultation with Dr. Williams.

Call 317-839-8684

Tooth-colored Fillings

by cemadmin | May 8, 2020 | General Dentistry

Tooth-Colored Fillings

Most people are familiar with dental fillings as the type of restoration most commonly used to treat tooth decay.

What are Fillings?

There are many types of materials that may be used for fillings, however, including composite tooth fillings which are able to match the color of your teeth, making them far less noticeable than the silver amalgam fillings which were more common in the past.

Composite fillings also have the benefit of being mercury-free, and ideal for patients who have metal sensitivities.

When might I need a filling?

At your regular dental exams, Dr. Williams will check your teeth for signs of decay, typically by checking the spots he suspects with a dental probe.

Dental X-rays can reveal the exact location and full extent of any present tooth decay.

Depending on which tooth has the cavity, the area can typically be numbed by the use of a local anesthetic which will ensure that you are comfortable during the procedure.

Dr. Williams will remove the decayed and damaged area of the tooth, after which the composite filling material will be placed and sculpted into shape. This material will ultimately be hardened with a special curing light that allows it to bond with your tooth.

“Went in to replace an old filling and was done in 30 minutes. No pain either! I have been going to see Dr. Williams and his crew for several years and always have had great experiences with them. Thank you for being a great team.”

Wendy D.

Caring for your tooth after a filling

Having a tooth treated with a tooth-colored filling doesn’t make it immune to further decay. Good oral hygiene at home is still vital for keeping the rest of the tooth cavity-free and for preventing tooth decay from forming under the filling.

Be sure to brush twice a day and floss as directed. Using a toothpaste with fluoride is best, as this should make your teeth more resistant to decay.

Schedule an Appointment Today!

For questions or to schedule an appointment, please give us a call. We are looking forward to caring for you and your family!

Call 317-839-8684