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TNT Dental Education Library
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Cosmetic
- BriteSmile
You deserve a smile filled with pearly white teeth, and we can give you one in less than an hour. With BriteSmile teeth whitening, you’ll leave our office with teeth up to eight shades lighter than they were when you came in. Learn more…
- Zoom! A
The leading professional teeth whitening system, Zoom! Whitening can lighten and brighten your smile in less than one hour. Learn more…
- Zoom! B
The leading professional teeth whitening system, Zoom! Whitening can lighten and brighten your smile in less than one hour. Learn more…
- Rembrandt
Rembrandt Whitening Plus offers a professional-grade teeth whitening system that can be performed in our office in about an hour and a half. Dramatically whiten your smile, improve your self image, and enhance your appearance with Oral-B’s Rembrandt Whitening Plus. Learn more…
- Teeth Whitening A
Popular, safe, and effective, teeth whitening can makeover your image in about an hour. If you want a reason to smile, consider in-office professional teeth whitening for a brighter smile. Learn more…
- Teeth Whitening B
Teeth whitening comes in many shapes and styles: over-the-counter products, take-home kits, in-office whitening. What exactly does whitening do, and how can you choose the best option for your smile? Learn more…
- Veneers
If you need to put the sparkle back in your smile, consider veneers. Chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth can be effectively masked with veneers, laminates, or Lumineers. Boost your self confidence and enhance your appearance with veneers because you deserve a reason to smile! Learn more..
- Veneers 2
Are you tired of your worn, damaged, or discolored smile? Do you wish your smile were straight and brilliant? Do you watch television and flip through magazines dreaming about a smile as beautiful as the smiles on models and stars? Wish no more! Your dream smile can become reality in as few as two dental visits with custom-made porcelain veneers. Learn more…
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Veneers 3
Cosmetic dentistry is transforming lives through complete smile makeovers, and porcelain veneers lead the list of aesthetic treatments as a wildly popular procedure. If you’re considering porcelain veneers for a new smile, here’s what you can expect…
- Invisalign®
If you want straighter teeth without bulky metal braces, consider Invisalign®. A series of clear, removable aligners will reposition your teeth without the hassle and pain of traditional orthodontia. Learn more…
- Lumineers
Are you hesitant about porcelain veneers because of the necessary tooth reduction prior to placement? Lumineers require minimal, if any, tooth reduction, and they accomplish the same bright, full, straight smile that traditional veneers create. Learn more…
- Botox
Tiny lines around the eyes can make a person appear years older, but Botox, a popular age-reducing cosmetic therapy, can erase the lines and return a youthful, fresh appearance. Injected into creases and lines that develop in the brow and around the eyes, Botox is a popular therapy among women, as well as men. Learn more…
- Restylane
Many people want to curb the signs of aging on their face. If you would feel better with a few wrinkles, creases, and lines erased from your face, we can help. Restylane, an injectable filler, can plump target areas to correct signs of aging and give you a healthy, younger look. Learn more…
Health
- Eating
If you think an unhealthy diet increases the risk of becoming overweight, reduces energy, and weakens bones, you’re right. But poor eating habits also affect oral health. Do you want to reduce the time you spend in a dentist’s chair each year? Learn more...
- Oral Cancer
Oral cancer, which claims the lives of 8,000 Americans each year, is painless, sneaky, and often undetected until it has spread to the neck and lymph nodes. If oral cancer is detected in the early stage, patients are more likely to survive. Our office screens for oral cancer at every check up. Learn more…
- Oral Health
It makes perfect sense: poor oral health is linked to poor physical health. Avoid risk factors for oral health problems, and you may prevent health problems throughout your body. Learn more…
- Oral Health & Heart
Believe it or not, how you take care of your teeth affects not only your oral health, but may well affect your heart health, too. Learn more…
- Sugary Beverages
Sodas and sports drinks are linked to tooth decay, and consumption of these beverages is high for both adults and children. How can your family avoid the negative health effects of these sugary treats? Learn more…
- Women
Growing evidence shows women must maintain regular dental visits and an oral homecare routine throughout life to deter serious health problems. Learn more…
- Mouthguards
The small expense of a comfortable mouthguard could save your smile from permanent damage. The ADA recommends mouthguards for an array of sports, from football and hockey to gymnastics and bicycle riding. Learn more…
- Piercing Warning
Tongue piercing can damage teeth and gums, and it can also cause infections, gum disease, and ulcers that may escalate into oral cancer. These statistics and tips will help you understand the dangers of tongue piercing and how to reduce the associated health risks. Learn more…
- CAESY (coming soon)
Dental Conditions
- Bruxism
Some patients react to stress by grinding their teeth unconsciously during the day or, more commonly, while sleeping. The constant pressure and motion can harm teeth, as well as muscles and tissues in and around the jaw. This condition, known as bruxism, can be remedied with a nightguard. Learn more…
- Halitosis A
More than 90 million people struggle with chronic bad breath. Typically, poor oral hygiene habits leave decaying food particles, other debris, and bacteria in the mouth. But did you know that bad breath is also one of the main symptoms of gum disease? Learn more…
- Halitosis B
Many people walk around with bad breath without even knowing it. What's the solution? The revolutionary CloSYSII system is a four-part program that can permanently eliminate bad breath. Learn more…
- Oral Cancer
Oral cancer claims the life of one American every hour. Find out how you can prevent this silent killer from affecting you and your family. Learn more…
- Pain
Nerves in your mouth and jaw function differently than nerves in other parts of your body. One small dental problem can cause pain in a large area. Learn why dental pain is unique and how to get to the root of oral pain problems. Learn more…
- Sensitive Teeth
Tooth enamel protects the porous underlying layer called dentin, and the tooth pulp, which contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues. Damaged or worn tooth enamel can cause sensitivity to pressure and temperature. We can help relieve the pain of tooth sensitivity. Learn more…
- Sleep Apnea
Are you tired, stressed out, and moody because of interrupted sleep? Sleep apnea, a condition in which breathing stops for periods of 10 seconds or longer, can interrupt the deep sleep that makes people feel rested. Non-surgical dental appliances have proven more effective than surgery for many sleep apnea patients. Learn more…
- Special Needs Patients
Caring for the dental health of someone who has a disability often proves challenging. A person with Alzheimer's disease, for instance, may neglect daily oral care and get defensive if a loved one or caregiver tries to help. Parkinson's, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, and other conditions that affect movement can interfere with brushing and flossing. For those with Down syndrome or autism, even a routine cleaning can be traumatic. Learn more…
Brushing & Flossing
- Adult Tooth Decay
There is a common and stealthy enemy that knows precisely how to destroy your enamel: tooth decay. Adults have much to be concerned about with tooth decay, for many reasons. Learn more…
- Brushing
You probably brush daily, and you may even floss your teeth, but did you know that proper dental homecare can protect you from pain, cavities, and potential overall health problems, including cardiovascular disease and stroke? Learn more…
- Roto-dent
Does the Rota-dent battery-powered tooth brush clean teeth better than a manual tooth brush? Learn more…
- Flossing
You may not realize that even when your mouth is clean, bacteria lurk in the warm, damp cave, growing and eating incessantly. An extra two or three minutes spent flossing each day can give you a huge advantage in the war against those bad bacteria. Learn more…
Dental Techniques
- Amalgams
You’ve probably heard some of the debate about using silver fillings, or dental amalgams, to fill cavities. Informed patients make the best decisions about their dental care, so you should know the truth about amalgams, as well as what materials are available for filling teeth. Learn more…
- Comfort Control Syringe
In an effort to provide a comfortable and pleasant dental experience, we have invested in a new anesthetic delivery system called the Comfort Control Syringe. Now anesthesia will be delivered continuously during dental treatments. Learn more…
- Crowns
Crowns can restore tooth shape, structure, strength, and function. Many materials are used for crowns, so how can you know which is best? Learn more…
- Composite Resins
If cavities or dark fillings in your teeth keep you from smiling, consider composite resin fillings. By maintaining your natural tooth color with composite resin fillings, you can smile with confidence. Learn more...
- Sealants
Available for children and adults, dental sealants cover teeth to prevent cavities. Sealants fill the deep pits and grooves where bacteria and food particles hide. Learn more...
- IV Sedation
Think it’s impossible to relax at the dentist’s office? Reliable intravenous (IV) sedation techniques let you rest comfortably while receiving the dental care you need and want. If fear of the dentist keeps you from necessary treatment, ask us about IV sedation to ease you through any procedure. Learn more…
- Oral Sedation
Among the most common phobias, visiting the dentist causes many people severe anxiety and stress. Oral sedation alleviates anxiety, so you can face dental appointments with confidence. Learn more…
Facts & Trivia
- Dental Trivia
Periodontics
- Gum Disease
It hides in your mouth, destroying gum tissue and teeth, and it can lead to strokes, heart attacks, and pregnancy complications. Don’t think it’s your problem? Conservative estimates report that up to 80 percent of the population unknowingly has gum disease in some form. Learn more…
- Periodontal Therapies
When periodontal disease is not treated, it will spread and compromise gums, teeth, bone, and it can lead to heart disease and strokes, as well as diabetes and pregnancy complications. Many treatments can reverse the effects of gum disease and restore oral health. Learn more…
Technology
- Air Abrasion
Air abrasion is a relatively new decay removal and tooth preparation tool that we often use in place of the traditional dental drill. The air abrasion system is so gentle, patients often do not need anesthetic. Learn more…
- DIAGNOdent A
Early decay detection with DIAGNOdent can give you the opportunity to deter or repair tooth decay in the earliest stages. Laser technology provides a thorough and comfortable method for finding decalcification and decay. Learn more…
- DIAGNOdent B
One of the most important things we do for our patients is identify and fill cavities. To make the process more comfortable and comprehensive, we use DIAGNOdent, a revolutionary dental laser that finds cavities in the earliest stages. Learn more...
- Digital Imaging
This computer-based digital technology allows your dentist to create true-to-life photographs of your very own mouth, as if the recommended procedures had already been completed. Learn more…
- Digital Radiography
Digital X-rays offer unparalleled benefits over traditional radiographs: they’re convenient, safe for the environment, provide a great opportunity for patient education, can be transferred and copied accurately, and best of all, they’re safer for our patients. Learn more…
- Intraoral Cameras
People seldom have a clear idea of the actual status of their dental health. Even with lights and mirrors, a patient can’t see what the dentist can – that is, until now. Learn more…
- Lasers
A part of medical surgeries for many years, lasers now offer dental patients precise, efficient, and effective minimally-invasive treatments, as well as reduced healing time. They also function in many other capacities to improve patient care and treatments. Learn more...
- Wand/CompuDent
Thanks to a simple, computerized medication delivery system, CompuDent and the Wand, we administer local anesthesia with little or no discomfort. It’s like magic! Learn more…
- Waterlase
The Waterlase all-tissue dental laser by Biolase offers patients efficient, effective, and enhanced treatments for many dental conditions. Learn more…
- X-Rays
See through dental X-rays concerns to learn the truth behind the myths. Learn more…
Endodontics
- Root Canal
You’d rather have a root canal! Root canal therapy is nothing like it used to be. Many patients even take a nap during root canal therapy. Learn more…
Restorative
- Fixed Bridges
If you’ve lost teeth due to accident, injury, or gum disease, we can create a fixed bridge to restore your solid smile. Learn more…
- Implants
If you’re missing one or more teeth, dental implants will improve your smile and your lifestyle. Dental implants look, feel, and function like strong, natural teeth because of a titanium anchor attached to the jawbone. Learn more…
- Mini-Implant Dentures
Placing mini implants, a one-step procedure that involves minimally-invasive surgery, can offer patients increased denture stability. Learn more…
- NobelGuide One-Visit Implants
If you suffer from an incomplete smile, or if you’re tired of wearing uncomfortable, unreliable dentures or a bridge, NobelGuide dental implants can change your life. This innovative technology allows dental implants, both the post and the restoration, to be placed in a single appointment. You’ll enjoy a solid, spectacular smile after just one visit! With dental implants you can eat what you want when you want, and you can speak and smile with confidence. Learn more…
- CEREC
Your time is valuable, and so is your smile. Now you can have a strong, beautiful, and permanent dental crown milled and placed in a single office visit. With CEREC technology, millions of dental patients have enjoyed the convenience of one-visit crowns. Learn more…
Neuromuscular Dentistry
- TMJ
TMJ disorder, or TMD, can cause mild to severe symptoms, from jaw clicking and minor discomfort to sharp pain in your temple, ear, neck, or shoulders. For patients who suffer from frequent migraines or facial pain, an evaluation will allow us to determine if TMJ is the cause of pain. Therapy, such as an oral appliance or deprogramming, can realign the bite and relive pain. Learn more...
- TENS & K-7/Neuromuscular Dentistry
Neuromuscular dentistry sounds complicated, and to be honest, it is quite involved. However, our training and tools allow us to provide neuromuscular therapies that can alleviate a long list of nagging, chronic symptoms. Learn more…
- NTI-tss
Teeth grinding and clenching, migraines, and head, neck, or jaw pain may be associated with a jaw muscle and nerve problem. The NTI tension suppression system can alleviate this pain without surgery or expensive therapies. Learn more…
Oral Surgery
- Wisdom Teeth
Uncovering the foolishness of wisdom teeth, and how to intelligently deal with them, doesn’t take a genius. Learn more…
FAQs
- New FAQs
 INIVISALIGN
Straighten your smile in a more comfortable way. LUMINEERS
Make the Most of Your Smile with Minimal Reduction.
 HEADACHES AND TMJ TREATMENT
If you have freguent headaches, facial pain, or neck pain; we can help. TEETH WHITENING
Whitening is a simple, safe way to brighten your smile. IMPLANTS
If you're missing one o more teeth, dental implants offer a natural-looking solution. NTI
NTI Device Takes the Bite Out of Pain.
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