FAQ

What dental services does Kary Dental provide?

We provide comprehensive dental care under one roof, including preventive dentistry, same-day restorations, dental implants, oral surgery, sedation dentistry, sleep medicine, clear aligner orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, root canal therapy, periodontal treatment, TMJ treatment, full-mouth rehabilitation, dentures, bridges, emergency dentistry, and more.

How often should I have a dental exam and cleaning?

Most patients benefit from dental visits about every six months, although some people need to come in more frequently because of gum disease, active treatment, or other risk factors. We determine the appropriate schedule based on your individual oral health.

What is included in preventive dental care?

Preventive care includes comprehensive oral evaluations, professional cleanings, oral cancer screenings, digital X-rays when indicated, fluoride treatments, and early intervention when we identify a concern. Our goal is to address problems before they become more complex.

Do you provide same-day dental crowns?

Yes. In most cases, we can design, mill, finish, and deliver a zirconia crown during a single appointment. This can eliminate the need for messy impressions, temporary crowns, and a separate restoration appointment.

What other same-day restorations do you offer?

In addition to crowns, we can provide certain inlays and onlays during a single visit. We also offer tooth-colored composite fillings. Each restoration is designed to fit your tooth and restore its function.

Do you provide dental implants?

Yes. We place and restore dental implants, from single-tooth replacements to more complex full-arch cases. When appropriate, implant placement, bone grafting, and the final restoration can all be coordinated through our office.

Can you perform bone grafting for dental implants?

Yes. Our oral surgery services include bone grafting procedures such as socket preservation, ridge augmentation, and sinus lifts. Bone grafting may be recommended when additional support is needed for implant treatment.

Do you offer full-arch dental implants?

Yes. We provide full-arch implant treatment, including implant-supported fixed prostheses and All-on-X restorations. These options can provide a stable alternative for patients who are missing many or all of their teeth.

What types of dentures do you provide?

We provide complete and partial dentures, including resin and flexible partial dentures, immediate dentures, implant-retained removable overdentures, and implant-supported fixed prostheses. We can discuss the different options based on how many teeth you are missing and your treatment goals.

Do you offer immediate dentures?

Yes. When extractions are part of a treatment plan, immediate dentures can allow you to leave the office with replacement teeth the same day. We can also provide temporary prostheses during longer treatment plans while you heal.

Do you provide dental bridges?

Yes. A dental bridge can replace one or more missing teeth by using the teeth next to the space for support. Bridges remain in place while you eat and speak and can restore both function and appearance.

Do you perform wisdom teeth removal?

Yes. We provide wisdom teeth removal, including treatment for impacted wisdom teeth. Not every wisdom tooth needs to be removed, so we evaluate its position, condition, and effect on your oral health before making a recommendation.

What oral surgery procedures do you provide?

Our oral surgery services include tooth extractions, wisdom teeth removal, bone grafting, sinus lifts, soft tissue grafting, frenectomy and frenotomy procedures, treatment of oral infections, dental trauma management, and oral biopsies.

Do you provide root canal treatment?

Yes. We perform root canal treatment on teeth including molars. The goal is to remove infection or damaged tissue from inside the tooth, seal the tooth, and preserve it whenever it can be predictably saved.

When is a root canal better than an extraction?

When a tooth can be predictably saved, preserving the natural tooth is generally preferable to removing it. A root canal can maintain the tooth and surrounding bone while avoiding the need to replace the tooth later. We will explain honestly whether saving the tooth is realistic in your situation.

Do you offer sedation dentistry?

Yes. We offer several levels of sedation, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and in-office general anesthesia administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist. The appropriate option depends on your health history, the procedure, and your comfort needs.

Can sedation dentistry help with dental anxiety?

Yes. Sedation can be helpful for patients who experience dental anxiety or who need extensive or lengthy treatment. We discuss your medical history, the planned procedure, and the available options before treatment so we can choose an appropriate approach.

Can I have multiple dental procedures completed with sedation?

In appropriate cases, sedation can make longer appointments more comfortable and allow multiple procedures to be completed during fewer visits. We determine whether this approach is appropriate based on your treatment plan and overall health.

Do you provide emergency dental care?

Yes. We reserve time for urgent and emergency visits. If you have a broken tooth, severe pain, swelling, infection, or dental trauma, contact us so we can evaluate the problem and determine the appropriate treatment as quickly as possible.

Do you offer treatment for sleep apnea and snoring?

Yes. We provide dental sleep medicine for patients with obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. Custom oral appliances can reposition the lower jaw during sleep to help keep the airway open.

What is dental sleep medicine?

Dental sleep medicine uses oral appliances to help address certain sleep-related breathing conditions. We evaluate whether an oral appliance may be appropriate and create a custom device designed for your needs.

Do you provide treatment for TMJ disorders?

Yes. We take a conservative approach to TMJ treatment, beginning with diagnosis and then considering the least invasive option that may help. Depending on the situation, treatment can include custom occlusal splints, Botox for jaw muscle tension, coordination with physical therapy, or arthrocentesis for select cases.

Can Botox help with jaw pain or teeth clenching?

When excessive muscle activity contributes to jaw tension, clenching, or headaches, Botox may help reduce the intensity and frequency of those symptoms. We first determine whether muscle tension is contributing to your particular problem before recommending treatment.

Do you offer clear aligner orthodontics?

Yes. We provide clear aligner orthodontics for adults and teens. The treatment uses a series of removable trays to gradually move the teeth without traditional brackets and wires.

Do you provide traditional braces?

Yes. Traditional braces are available when fixed appliances provide a more predictable way to address significant tooth rotations, vertical movement, or complex bite corrections. We also offer clear aligners when they are appropriate for the case.

What cosmetic dentistry treatments do you offer?

Our cosmetic services include porcelain veneers, cosmetic bonding, professional teeth whitening, clear aligners, esthetic crown lengthening, and smile design. We consider your teeth, gums, bite, and overall smile when recommending cosmetic treatment.

Do you provide periodontal treatment?

Yes. We screen for gum disease during dental examinations and provide treatment in our office. Services include scaling and root planing, laser-assisted periodontal treatment, periodontal maintenance, soft tissue grafting for gum recession, and functional crown lengthening.

What is full-mouth rehabilitation?

Full-mouth rehabilitation is a comprehensive treatment plan for patients who need care across many or all of their teeth. Depending on the situation, treatment may combine crowns, implants, extractions, bone grafting, prosthetics, bite correction, gum treatment, and cosmetic dentistry.

Do you provide treatment for dental trauma?

Yes. Dental trauma is included among our oral surgery services. If a tooth or other oral structure has been injured, we can evaluate the damage and determine what treatment is needed to restore your oral health.

Do you provide oral biopsies and treatment for oral pathology?

Yes. Oral biopsies and certain oral pathology procedures are part of our oral surgery services. If we identify an area that requires further evaluation, we can determine whether a biopsy or additional care is appropriate.

Can you treat gum recession?

Yes. We provide soft tissue grafting for appropriate cases of gum recession. We first evaluate the condition of your gums and determine whether grafting or another periodontal treatment would be the best approach.