Local Orthodontic Dental Care for Six Month Braces
Bart McFarland PSC
Appointments: (859) 987-4775
Bart McFarland D.M.D.
Bart McFarland PSC
2020 Alverson Drive
Paris, KY 40361
Safe, anxiety-free dentistry with Paris area dentist Dr. Bart McFarland means you can have dental treatments done quickly while you're lightly sedated, with little or no discomfort.
You no longer have to tolerate feeling uncomfortable, hiding your smile, or putting off dental work because of a busy schedule. You'll feel relaxed during your dental appointment, and relieved that your oral health is in good hands.
Bart McFarland PSC practices the highest infection control standards to protect our patients and ourselves. In the Paris, KY area, Dr. Bart McFarland and his staff strictly observe all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines. All instruments are cleaned, disinfected and routinely sterilized as recommended by the American Dental Association and the Centers for Disease Control. Whenever possible, disposable, single-use items are used to ensure your safety.
Don't let untreated dental problems get you down. Rebuild your confidence with a beautiful new smile. From simple treatments that make a big difference, to more extensive work, unveiling the smile you were meant to have can have profound life-changing effects. Serving the Paris, KY area and offering orthodontics for general practitioners, Dr. McFarland can help you develop an affordable treatment plan you'll feel good about.
If you want a gorgeous smile that turns heads, you may want to learn about the range of dental services offered at Bart McFarland PSC. Paris area cosmetic dentist Dr. Bart McFarland is dedicated to producing quality results and beautiful smiles.
A negative self image can be detrimental to many facets of your life. Paris area dentist Dr. Bart McFarland understands the positive life-changing power that a healthy and beautiful smile can bring to you. Here at Bart McFarland PSC, we don't want you to be embarrassed any longer. Why not take your smile - and even your life - to a new level of self-confidence and beauty?
Lake Forest
Appointments: (502) 245-9343
Jeffrey Kessler D.M.D.
Lake Forest
14045 Shelbyville Road
Louisville, KY 40245
Jeffrey Kessler, D.M.D. is proud to be a trusted Louisville area Zoom!® teeth whitening dentist. Our patients love the short amount of time the tooth whitening treatment takes as much as they love the results.
You'll be able to relax in our comfortable surroundings. In just about an hour, you'll have a sparkling white smile!
Dr. Jeffrey Kessler is a popular Louisville area children's dentist known for his easy going and friendly approach. Our caring team is dedicated to your child's dental health.
We're happy to answer all of your questions. We want you and your children to feel comfortable, whether we're treating your toddler's baby teeth or your teenager's permanent teeth.
Dr. Kessler has extensive experience providing gingivitis treatments in the Louisville area. Bleeding gums can lead to more serious health problems if not treated promptly.
Our friendly, professional team will evaluate your needs and design a personal treatment plan. We'll help you have healthy gums and teeth for life.
Louisville area cosmetic dentistry at Lake Forest can produce amazingly natural-looking results! You can have a bright, healthy new smile after just one or two sessions with Jeffrey Kessler, D.M.D.. It's faster and more affordable than you may think.
Dr. Jeffrey Kessler at his Louisville area dentistry practice is pleased to offer you a free smile analysis if you are 18 years old or older. Our friendly and professional team will make you feel comfortable and welcome.
We'll answer your questions and assess your dental needs to achieve long term oral health. Our goal is to make your visit enjoyable, and to give you the smile you deserve.
Benke Dental Care
Appointments: (651) 450-1602
Steven Benke D.D.S.
Benke Dental Care
5972 Cahill Avenue, Suite 109
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
For your comfort and convenience, Steven Benke, D.D.S., may suggest you relax with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) during certain treatments. Offering orthodontics for general practitioners at his practice in the Inver Grove Heights, MN area, Dr. Benke offers a range of options to help you feel comfortable at the dentist.
The friendly, caring staff of Benke Dental Care in the Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota area strive to make you feel comfortable and well-cared for at your dentist appointment. Steven Benke, D.D.S. is committed to serving you and your family's dental needs, year after year. Come and see what we have to offer in a professional setting where top-notch customer service still matters.
One of the first things people notice is your smile. All it takes is a single appointment or two with Inver Grove Heights area dentist Steven Benke, D.D.S., and you, too, can have the winning, healthy-looking smile you've always wanted. The beautiful cosmetic results you'll get from Benke Dental Care can be immediate and dramatic!
Friendly, caring family dentistry in the Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota area is available at Benke Dental Care. Our team strives to make you and your family feel comfortable during your appointment. Steven Benke, D.D.S. wants to help you and your family maintain your oral health now and for years to come. You'll love visiting our comfortable setting where personalized customer service still matters.
We accept most insurance carriers. Please check with us prior to your appointment, but it's safe to say we likely accept the type of insurance you carry.
Inver Grove Heights area dentist Dr. Steven Benke and his knowledgeable staff can help answer any of your insurance questions. At Benke Dental Care we aim to maximize your insurance benefits and make any remaining balance easily affordable.
More Orthodontic Dentists in the Inver Grove Heights, MN Area Near You
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3400 Penrose Pl Ste 104
Boulder, CO, 80301-1809
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RONALD BESHEARS D.D.S.
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How Malocclusion - or Bad Bite - Can Be Fixed by Braces for Teeth
It is ironic that one of the most common dental disorders is also the most neglected. The way the teeth fit together when the jaw closes and chews is of profound importance to the long-term health of your teeth.
If surfaces of the teeth interfere with how the jaw moves, the teeth can be worked loose or the enamel can be worn away. The muscles that move the jaw are very powerful and can do major damage to the teeth when the biting surfaces don't fit together properly.
The problem can be compounded if teeth interfere with functional muscle patterns, the jaw muscles will attempt to "erase" the part of the tooth that interferes by grinding against it all the more. This can lead to even more severe wear or it may crack off a cusp or split the tooth. Or it may loosen the tooth or cause it to move out of alignment. The excessive muscle activity often results in pain in the muscle itself. All of the jaw muscles can become sore including the temporal muscles that are the source of many so-called tension headaches.
Some excessive muscle activity may be caused by emotional stress. But with some special exceptions, damage done by stress induced grinding and clenching can be minimized to a manageable level by equalizing the biting surfaces that are in conflict with jaw movements. Proper fitting of braces for teeth can solve the problem by gently moving the teeth into a more optimal position.
The power of the jaw muscles may surprise you. Some people can exert over 900 pounds of compressive force with their jaw muscles so you can imagine how much damage such force can do when you close into a single tooth and then work it from side to side. The effect is very much like working a fence post loose as the bone around the root breaks down. If you can put your finger on any tooth in your mouth, and then squeezing your teeth together causes the tooth to move, you can be sure that it is just a matter of time before there will be a problem with that tooth.
Sometimes the muscle forces that work the tooth sideways stimulates bone around the root to build up and become stronger. When that happens, the tooth actually bends in its socket and this creates a microscopic chipping away close to the gum line to form a deep groove in the tooth. This is called an abfraction. These deep grooves at the gum line are often mistaken for toothbrush abrasion, but scientists have shown us that the grooves are actually the results of bending of the tooth in its socket. These grooves can lead to much sensitivity in those teeth because the opening into the tooth exposes nerves that can be exquisitely sensitive. Correction of the bite with Dental Braces to remove excessive lateral forces on the teeth in most instances either eliminates the sensitivity completely or reduces it to a much more acceptable level.
Patients should be aware that much confusion surrounds the importance of a harmonious bite, including many misconceptions that have been fostered by flawed research that has failed to properly relate the bite interferences to the position and condition of the temporomandibular joints. Knowledgeable clinicians, however, are very much aware of this relationship and can achieve excellent results with braces for teeth that will help make both your teeth and your jaw muscles more comfortable by bringing your whole biting into harmony.
By Peter E. Dawson, DDS
+Jim Du Molin is a leading Internet search expert helping individuals and families connect with the right dentist in their area. Visit his author page.
Adult Orthodontics
When most orthodontists meet an adult patient intent on correcting crooked teeth, they usually take it slow. Amid all the brouhaha about adult braces there are oral health concerns exclusive to adults that will affect how to plan the treatment.
A touch of gum disease
Because crowded teeth and misaligned jaws are often difficult to keep clean, some adult patients have a degree of gum disease. These patients should be referred to a dental hygienist or a periodontist for cleaning and gum therapy before teeth straightening starts. Then, during orthodontic treatment, your orthodontist will need to be especially alert to new outbreaks. He or she may want to apply less pressure orthodontically early in treatment, so gum tissue attachments have a chance to strengthen. For more information on gum therapy or dental cleanings, please visit our gum disease and hygiene sections for more articles.
What about missing teeth?
Orthodontic appliances need to be attached to something to provide the "push" and "pull" that move teeth. If key anchor teeth are missing, restorative dentistry may be suggested before the appliance can be placed.
Bite problems
More and more patients with temporomandibular or jaw joint problems (TMJ) are beginning to be seen by many dentists. TMJ disorders are very painful, and may result in uneven wearing of teeth or a jaw way out of position. The priority before teeth straightening is to address the jaw problem, and try to correct the bite before any more stress is added to the situation. So in the end you'll finish your orthodontic program with healthier gums, rejuvenated bone, a better bite, and a great smile to boot.
+Jim Du Molin is a leading Internet search expert helping individuals and families connect with the right dentist in their area. Visit his author page.
