Trying to manage the different needs and schedules of different family members is no easy task. Work, school, dental, and doctor appointments are just some of the things you have to juggle to make it all work. But while you can’t simplify everything, you can do one thing to make life a little easier – see a family dentist in Gorham! It’s the best way to make things more convenient and get high-quality, comprehensive care at the same time. Learn more below!
What Services Can a Family Dentist Provide?
Everyone in your family will have unique oral health care needs at different stages in life, and seeing a family dentist is a great way to accommodate all of them.
And since you’ll get comprehensive care in one place, you can often get it on the same day as well. Here are some of the services a family dentist can provide:
- Checkups and cleanings with an oral cancer screening at every visit
- Children’s dentistry such as fluoride treatments, sealants, and athletic guards
- Periodontal therapy to treat gum disease
- Cosmetic dentistry such as whitening, cosmetic bonding, and veneers
- Botox and Juvederm for both cosmetic and therapeutic purposes
- Digital Smile Design that shows what your smile will look like before doing a procedure
- Invisalign clear braces
- Gum shaping and recontouring
- Dental crowns, including convenient CEREC same-day crowns that don’t require a second visit
- Dental implants
- Bridges and dentures
- Tooth-colored fillings and root canals
- TMJ/TMD therapy
- Sedation options to alleviate fear or anxiety
- Extractions
- Emergency care
What Should You Look For In a Family Dentist?
To get the right fit for your family, it’s worth it to spend a little time looking at a dentist’s website before scheduling your first visit. In addition to making sure they provide the services your family needs, you can look at the bio pages of a dentist in Gorham to get an idea of their background and education.
You can also see what kind of modern equipment and technology they have, which will make your procedures faster, more comfortable and more effective. Good things to look for are:
- Intraoral Camera – This tiny camera allows you to see up-close photographs of what’s happening in your mouth to help you understand your oral health needs better.
- Digital X-rays – These X-rays not only use up to 90% less radiation, they also provide a superior image than traditional.
- Soft Tissue Laser – This makes gum treatment so comfortable that many patients don’t even need anesthesia. Not to mention that you’ll have less bleeding, less discomfort, and faster healing.
- Digital Impressions – Traditional impressions are messy and uncomfortable. By simply scanning your teeth, we get digital impressions that are faster, easier, and more accurate.
- Early Cavity Detection – Early detection is crucial for finding cavities as soon as possible – when they’re easier and less expensive to treat. This tool allows us to find cavities that are so small they don’t even show up on X-rays.
If you’re looking for a way to streamline your schedule (without sacrificing quality care and service) seeing a family dentist is the way to go. Once you experience the convenience they offer, you won’t want to go back!
About the Author
Dr. Ted Morgan is a family dentist in Gorham and a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Dentistry. He loves working with patients of all ages and has advanced training in many specialty areas so he can provide comprehensive care for the whole family. If you’re looking for a family dentist and have any questions, he can be reached via his website.