General Services - Friendly Hills Family Dentistry

General Services

Consistent examinations and professional cleanings identify the early signs of disease. Regular screenings can save you from advanced disease. We know that early intervention has better long-term outcomes.

Oral Hygiene

General dentistry offers preventive care to minimize the need for intrusive services once disease sets in. Consistent examinations and professional cleanings identify the early signs of disease. Regular screenings can save you from advanced disease.

We know that early intervention has better long-term outcomes. Professional cleaning removes bacteria accumulated on the surface and in the crevices of your teeth. Your hygienist provides ongoing education for families about caring for their teeth between visits.

Gum disease is prevalent in our society. Your hygienist catches the signs early and works with you to prevent severe disease.

You Could Have Gum Disease

Examinations

Family Hills dentists are known for their comprehensive examinations, including early detection of decay and disease. 

Together, you and your dentist will plan for treatment to arrest any disease and maintain good oral health.

During an examination, you may choose to explore cosmetic services that enhance your smile. Teeth whitening is very popular because of the dramatic effect on your smile and youthful appearance!

Scanning/X-rays

Scanning tools detect disease in mouth areas not seen during a visual examination. State-of-the-art equipment makes this procedure comfortable and invaluable for your dentist to provide an accurate diagnosis.

Intra Oral Pictures

Intra-Oral pictures have a fixed focal range for crisp, clear photos. 

They have many important uses: 

  • Creating a baseline of your oral condition
  • For referrals to a specialist
  • Helping to diagnose and monitor oral disease
  • And most importantly- for you, so you can see the shape of your mouth. 

The intra-oral camera is one of our most valuable tools to help us provide you with the best modern dentistry.

Screening

Oral cancer is on the rise. Your dentist will complete regular screenings to catch any symptoms of this disease.

Read more about Oral cancer.

Bite evaluations and screening help to detect bite abnormalities that impact your oral condition’s health or your airway. Bite correction can lead to life-saving treatments.

Studies over the past decade show that dental and general health are connected. Poor oral health contributes to many systemic diseases.

Oral Cancer Screening

Dental Emergency

Call us at 562-698-9855. If you have a dental emergency, we guarantee a same-day appointment.

These questions can help you decide if you have an emergency:

  • Do you have severe pain? Severe pain suggests an emergency 
  • Have you lost a tooth? Sometimes a tooth can be saved, but timely emergency attention is required.
  • Do you have loose teeth? An adult tooth that is loose or has fallen out, even without pain, is a problem. 
  • Do you have an infection? Swelling about the face or bumps on your gums may indicate infection. Treatment of an abscess or infection should not wait because it can be life-threatening. 
  • Are you bleeding from the mouth? Bleeding is a potential sign of an emergency.

Any dental problem needing immediate treatment to stop bleeding, alleviate severe pain, or save a tooth is considered an emergency.