General Dentistry

At Dobbin Dental, we are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered dental care for patients of all ages. Our experienced team offers a full range of general dentistry services, from routine cleanings, and preventive care to advanced restorative and cosmetic treatments. Whether you need a simple check-up or more complex dental work, we are here to ensure your oral health and comfort.

We understand that life is busy, which is why we offer convenient hours to accommodate your schedule. In addition to our regular office hours, we provide emergency appointments for urgent dental needs, ensuring you receive prompt care when you need it most. For added peace of mind, our team is available for weekend/ holiday on-call consultations, so you’re never without support in a dental emergency.

Dental Examination

A dental examination is a vital part of maintaining your oral health. Our thorough exams allow us to detect potential issues early, prevent future problems, and ensure your teeth and gums stay healthy. After the exam, our team will discuss any findings, answer your questions, and create a personalized treatment plan to address your dental needs. Regular dental exams are key to preventing serious dental problems and maintaining a healthy smile.

Routine Teeth Cleanings

A professional dental cleaning is essential for maintaining a bright, healthy smile and preventing oral health issues such as cavities and gum disease. Even with regular brushing and flossing, plaque and tartar can build up over time, making professional cleanings a crucial part of your oral care routine. Following your cleaning, fluoride treatment may be recommended for added protection to strengthen your enamel, alleviate sensitivity, and prevent cavities.

Fillings

A dental filling is a restorative treatment used to repair teeth damaged by decay, cracks, or wear. During the procedure, the dentist removes the decayed or affected portion of the tooth and fills the space with a durable material such as composite resin, or amalgam. Fillings help restore the tooth structure, function, and appearance while preventing further decay or damage. The procedure is quick and commonly used to maintain oral health and prevent more extensive dental treatments.

Root Canals (Endodontics)

A root canal is a dental procedure used to treat infection or damage within a tooth’s pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels. During the procedure, the infected or inflamed pulp is removed, the inside of the tooth is cleaned and disinfected, and then it is filled and sealed to prevent further infection. Root canals help save natural teeth that might otherwise need extraction and can relieve pain while restoring normal function. The procedure is typically performed by a dentist or an endodontist and is often completed with a crown for added strength and protection.

Crowns

A crown is a custom-made covering that fits over an original tooth that is decayed, damaged or cracked. Crowns are made of a variety of different materials such as porcelain, gold, silver, ceramic, zirconia, or a mix of these materials.

The treatment plan for a patient receiving a crown usually involves:

Numbing the tooth to remove the decay in or around it
Re-sculpturing the tooth to provide an ideal fit for the crown
Making a physical or digital impression of your teeth in order to create the custom crown
Making a temporary crown out of acrylic resin and fitting it to the tooth while the custom crown is being made
Removing the temporary crown and fitting the custom-made one onto the tooth
Ensuring that the crown has the proper look and fit, and cementing it into place

New technologies have greatly reduced the time needed to make strong, natural-looking crowns. Once the procedure is completed, proper care should be taken to ensure the crown remains in good condition and the teeth and gums are healthy. Given proper care, your crowns can last a lifetime!

Bridges

A dental bridge consists of one or more artificial teeth (pontics) that are anchored in place by crowns on the adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. The bridge helps restore your ability to chew and speak properly, prevent surrounding teeth from shifting out of place, maintain the natural shape of your face, and improve the appearance of your smile. Multiple types of Dental Bridges are available such as Traditional, Implant-Supported Bridge, Cantilever Bridge, and Maryland bridge. If you’re missing teeth and looking for a durable, natural-looking replacement option, a dental bridge may be the perfect solution.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are one of the most popular choices for replacing missing teeth, due to many strengths as a procedure. With dental implants, your tooth replacement looks, feels, bites, and functions almost exactly like an actual tooth. Made of titanium, a biocompatible metal, implants are placed into the jaw and fuse with the surrounding bone and tissue. An abutment or connector is inserted and retained by a small screw. A conventional crown is then cemented onto the abutment. Sometimes, the abutment and crown are fused as one component. Implants are a great choice for single-tooth or multiple-tooth replacement.

Dentures & Partials

Periodontal disease, injury, and tooth decay can all cause a loss of some or all your natural teeth. At Dobbin Dental, we offer high-quality partial and full dentures to help restore your smile, improve functionality, and enhance your confidence. Whether you’re missing a few teeth, or an entire arch, our custom dentures provide a comfortable and natural-looking solution.

Locator Denture

With the introduction of implants many advances have been made in making dentures and partials more comfortable. A locator retained overdenture or partial denture is a denture that securely snaps into implants using button-like fittings called locators. The retention provided by implants is life-changing. Better retention equals more functionality, so patients can chew, talk, and play the flute without even noticing they are wearing a full denture.

Hybrid Denture

Fixed hybrid dentures, also often called “teeth in a day,” are one of the newest and most innovative tooth replacement options that we use for full mouth restorations. A hybrid denture is a full/ complete denture that is permanently anchored into the jawbone with several dental implants. The hybrid denture is secured with screws to the dental implants and cannot be removed without the help of a dentist. Utilizing implants provides a solid foundation for the denture teeth allowing for optimal eating and speaking. Without the need to remove this prosthesis patients can resume their normal daily lives without the reminder of their missing teeth.

TMJ Care

TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) Care focuses on managing pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. TMJ disorders can cause symptoms like jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, and difficulty chewing. Treatment options may include self-care practices such as jaw exercises, stress management, and avoiding hard foods. Professional treatments range from physical therapy and night guards to medication and, in severe cases, surgical intervention. Your dentist can help diagnose TMJ issues and recommend a personalized treatment plan to improve jaw function and reduce discomfort.