Comprehensive Dental Care at
Iuka Family Dental

The goal of comprehensive dentistry is to have all of your dental concerns known and resolved before a dental emergency occurs. After all, there’s never a convenient time for a toothache or a broken tooth! We offer many dental services, including fillings, crowns, extraction, dentures, partials, cleaning, bleaching, and Invisalign®.

At Iuka Family Dental, we focus on quality preventive care because it enables us to diagnose problems while they're still small and utilize more conservative treatment plans. Early diagnosis and careful maintenance also minimize the chance of problems reoccurring, which can save you time and money on future dental work.

General & Preventive Dental Treatments

• Routine Dental Cleanings & Individual Exams

  Biannual teeth cleanings performed by our dental hygienist will keep your teeth and gums looking, feeling and functioning their best. During cleanings, our hygienist will gently remove plaque and tartar (hardened plaque) from the surface of your teeth. She’ll also polish your teeth and floss to test the condition of your gums.

  After your cleaning, your dentist will perform a thorough examination of your teeth and gums. In addition to a visual assessment, he or she will check your current restorations, examine any X-rays that were taken and screen for early signs of gum disease and oral cancer.

  We understand that going to the dentist can be stressful, so we’ve designed our office to make your visits as comfortable as they are effective. If it’s been a while since your last cleaning, call us today to schedule an appointment. We’ll take great care of you!

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• Isolite™ System: Less Time, More Comfort!

  Happy patients spend less time in the dental chair with more comfort. That’s why we use the revolutionary Isolite™ system! Isolite’s soft, flexible mouthpiece lets you rest your jaw and shields your tongue and cheek during treatment.

  In addition to making visits more comfortable for you, the Isolite system also helps us be more efficient. First, it illuminates your mouth from the inside, eliminating shadows and giving us a clearer view of our work. Second, it uses advanced self-aspirating technology that makes cotton rolls, suction and rinse breaks a thing of the past.

  Schedule your visit today and let us show you how a small invention can make a BIG difference in your dental experience!

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• Low-Radiation Digital X-rays

  Digital X-rays are a fast and comfortable tool we use to assess your dental needs. With no chemical processing, no sharp pieces of X-ray film and significantly less radiation than conventional X-rays, digital X-rays are a smart choice for your smile and the environment.

  X-rays are commonly used in dental exams of patients of all ages, because many problems with the teeth and surrounding tissues cannot be seen by the naked eye. An X-ray is needed to reveal:

  • Small areas of decay between teeth or below existing restorations
  • Deep cavities
  • Infections in the jaw bones
  • Gum disease
  • Abscesses or cysts
  • Developmental abnormalities
  • Some types of tumors
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• TMD (Jaw Pain) Diagnosis & Treatment

  If your jaw aches when you open wide or chew something tough, you could be suffering from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, or TMD. TMD is a jaw disorder that causes frequent pain in the teeth and jaw. Other symptoms include chronic headaches, earaches, tooth sensitivity and persistent jaw clicking or locking.

  We can determine the cause of your jaw pain by taking X-rays and performing a thorough examination of your bite, jaw joint and facial muscles. Depending on the cause, we’ll then develop a treatment plan that’s right for you.

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• Wisdom Teeth Removal

  Most older teens and young adults will eventually need their wisdom teeth (also known as “third molars”) removed. Because wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to erupt, there is often not enough room left in the mouth to accommodate them. The lack of space can cause wisdom teeth to come in sideways, only partially erupt or become impacted within the gums.

  The disadvantages of keeping impacted, sideways or partially-erupted wisdom teeth include:

  • Shifting of permanent teeth
  • Jaw pain & headaches
  • Chronic sinus infections

  Our doctors and team will evaluate the status of your wisdom teeth with a visual exam and panoramic X-ray. If it turns out that they're not erupting properly, we'll explain your options for removal (traditional extraction or surgical removal) and thoroughly discuss the pros and cons of each method.

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Cosmetic Dentistry

At Iuka Family Dental, we believe that an attractive smile is important for a healthy self-image. Studies show that having a healthy, confident smile can enhance your self-esteem and help you make better first impressions. Even subtle cosmetic treatments like teeth whitening and tooth-colored fillings can completely change the way you feel about your smile!

Cosmetic Dental Treatments

• Composite (Tooth-Colored) Fillings

  We provide both traditional amalgam (silver) fillings and tooth-colored composite fillings. Composite fillings are made out of a mixture of glass and composite materials that blends in with the rest of your tooth, creating a more natural-looking restoration than traditional amalgam (silver) fillings. Also, because composite fillings can be bonded directly to your teeth, they require less preparation and leave more healthy tooth structure beneath the fillings.

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• Professional Teeth Whitening
  

  As teeth age, they pick up stains and begin to look darker. Professional teeth whitening is one of the faster and easiest ways to take years off your smile!
  
  We offer convenient take-home teeth whitening kits that include a set of custom-made trays and a supply of professional strength whitening gel. You’ll have noticeably whiter teeth in as few as two weeks, and all it takes is one hour a day!

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• Invisalign® Aligner Therapy

  If you want to straighten your teeth, we offer a clear alternative to braces - Invisalign® aligner therapy! Invisalign is a revolutionary way to correct misaligned teeth. Instead of using any type or brackets or wires, it uses a series of plastic trays, or aligners, to gently shift your teeth. Because the trays are made from clear, smooth material, they are not only nearly invisible, but they are more comfortable to wear too. To learn more about the benefits of Invisalign®, request a consultation with us today!

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Restorative Dentistry

Many of the things we take for granted with our natural teeth, from smiling with confidence to eating the foods we love, can become easier again with restorative dentistry. We offer a variety of restorative dental treatments that will give your smile a second chance.

Restorative Dental Treatments

• Natural-Looking Porcelain Crowns

  Porcelain crowns improve more than just the appearance of your smile—they restore damaged and decayed teeth and protect them for years! Crowns are a functional, long-lasting restorative solution for teeth that are misshapen, broken, worn or severely decayed. Crowns can be used alone or in conjunction with fixed dental bridges and dental implants.

  In comparison with other restorative dentistry treatments, crowns are a relatively simple procedure. They usually require two appointments: the first to make a mold of your damaged tooth, and the second to place and polish your custom-made restoration. Your dentist will take extra care during this second appointment to ensure that your new crown perfectly matches your other healthy teeth and feels comfortable and natural in your mouth.

  Porcelain crowns are generally very strong restorations that can protect teeth for years. In fact, if your dentist places a crown before your tooth fractures or becomes infected, it could save you from needing more invasive restorative dentistry treatments like an extraction, root canal or dental implant.

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• Full & Partial Dentures

  We think you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the outstanding quality and ease of today’s dentures. Whether you need a full set, a partial or a reline, we take great care to ensure that your dentures are as comfortable and affordable as possible.

  After your exam, we’ll send your information to our lab so they can fabricate your custom dentures. Our lab uses high-quality materials and have an extremely accurate manufacturing process, which means they usually get a great fit on the first try.

  If you decide to stabilize your dentures with dental implants, we’ll even retrofit your current dentures to save you the hassle of buying a new pair!

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• Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)

  If you have a damaged tooth that is infected or is likely to become infected, you may benefit from root canal therapy. Root canal therapy is a highly successful restorative treatment, and a tooth repaired with a root canal can last a lifetime. Especially when paired with a natural-looking crown or fixed bridge, no one will even notice a difference in your smile!

  Although root canal therapy has a reputation for being painful, the toothaches associated with an infected root are probably causing you more pain than the treatment will. We also provide nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and localized sedation to keep you comfortable throughout your visit.

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Periodontal (Gum) Care

According to the American Academy of Periodontology, 3 out of 4 Americans have some form of gum disease. If your gums feel tender, look red and swollen or bleed every time you floss, you could be at risk. Untreated gum disease has been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, so it’s important to keep up with your biannual dental checkups and cleanings.

Gum disease used to require surgery more often than not. While surgery is sometimes still the best option, we can now treat many cases with less invasive techniques such as local antibiotics, deep cleanings and medicated rinses.

Periodontal Treatments

• Diagnosis of Gum Disease
• Scaling and Root Planing (Deep Cleanings)
• Long-Term Maintenance Plans

Anxiety-Free Dentistry with Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a colorless blend of oxygen and nitrous oxide gases. Inhaling nitrous oxide creates a sense of well-being and relaxation, which can help individuals who experience anxiety or fear about dental treatment feel more at ease. Nitrous oxide increases your pain threshold and, when necessary, makes the administration of anesthetic injections more comfortable. It is also helpful for patients who have a strong gag reflex that interferes with dental treatment.

• Nitrous oxide is one of the safest anti-anxiety agents used in dentistry and has very few side effects.
• Feelings of calm and relaxation are felt almost immediately, and breathing pure oxygen for several minutes after treatment completely reverses the effects.
• Nitrous oxide is non-addictive, and you will remain fully conscious throughout treatment.
• Administration is comfortable and painless, involving only a mask over the nose. This makes it an excellent option for children with dental anxieties and individuals with mental or physical disabilities.