Restorative Dentistry, Composite Fillings, Endodontic Care, Implant Restoration, Dentures, Periodontics
Best Dental Implants; Best Dentures; best fillings; Ankeny Dentist
Restorative Dentistry
At Briarwood Dental in Ankeny, IA we are really proud of our restorative dentistry treatments and our patients seem to think highly of how we go about correcting problems. Whether it’s a natural-looking white filling, a dental implant, a crown, orthodontics, even a comfortable great denture—we’re happy to advise on the best treatment or combination of treatments, in the Des Moines area, for you and your smile. At Briarwood Dental, it’s always a question of what you want, and which option is the most comfortable and appropriate for you. For a full list of our restorative services see below and request your appointment with us to speak to a specialist and find out which option is right for you.
At Briarwood Dental in Ankeny, IA we are really proud of our restorative dentistry treatments and our patients seem to think highly of how we go about correcting problems. Whether it’s a natural-looking white filling, a dental implant, a crown, orthodontics, even a comfortable great denture—we’re happy to advise on the best treatment or combination of treatments, in the Des Moines area, for you and your smile.
At Briarwood Dental, it’s always a question of what you want, and which option is the most comfortable and appropriate for you. For a full list of our restorative services see below and request your appointment with us to speak to a specialist and find out which option is right for you.
Restorative Services
Composite Filling
Endodontic Care:
Endodontic procedures are used in the diagnosis and treatment of oral pain involving the pulp and periradicular area (just outside or around the root of the tooth origin). Pulp therapy, such as pulpotomy, is a common endodontic procedure in which dental pulp is removed from the pulp chamber. The nonsurgical treatment of root canals, especially in difficult cases such as teeth with blocked, narrow or unusually positioned canals, also is a major part of endodontic therapy. Endodontic treatment may also be required for surgical removal of diseased or abnormal (pathologic) tissues, repair procedures associated with the surgical removal of pathologic tissues, repair of cracked teeth or the replacement (replantation) of teeth knocked out (avulsed) by injury. Additional endodontic procedures include:
- Surgical removal of tooth structure, such as an apicoectomy, or root-end resection (the removal of the root tip and the surrounding infected tissue of an abscessed tooth), hemisection (the process of cutting a tooth with two roots in half) and bicuspidization (procedure to change tricuspid valve into a functioning bicuspid valve)
- Root-end filling
- Endodontic implants, which extend through the root canal into the periapical bone structure (tip or apex of the root of a tooth), whereas other types of tooth implants are anchored directly in the gums or jawbones
- Bleaching of dentin and enamel
- Retreatment of teeth previously treated endodontically
- Placement of posts and/or cores to save and strengthen teeth
Endodontic procedures are used in the diagnosis and treatment of oral pain involving the pulp and periradicular area (just outside or around the root of the tooth origin). Pulp therapy, such as pulpotomy, is a common endodontic procedure in which dental pulp is removed from the pulp chamber. The nonsurgical treatment of root canals, especially in difficult cases such as teeth with blocked, narrow or unusually positioned canals, also is a major part of endodontic therapy.
Endodontic treatment may also be required for surgical removal of diseased or abnormal (pathologic) tissues, repair procedures associated with the surgical removal of pathologic tissues, repair of cracked teeth or the replacement (replantation) of teeth knocked out (avulsed) by injury. Additional endodontic procedures include:
- Surgical removal of tooth structure, such as an apicoectomy, or root-end resection (the removal of the root tip and the surrounding infected tissue of an abscessed tooth), hemisection (the process of cutting a tooth with two roots in half) and bicuspidization (procedure to change tricuspid valve into a functioning bicuspid valve)
- Root-end filling
- Endodontic implants, which extend through the root canal into the periapical bone structure (tip or apex of the root of a tooth), whereas other types of tooth implants are anchored directly in the gums or jawbones
- Bleaching of dentin and enamel
- Retreatment of teeth previously treated endodontically
- Placement of posts and/or cores to save and strengthen teeth
Implant Restoration
With your confidence in mind, we offer a full dental implant service either to our patients directly or those referred to us by the many other dental practices that know and trust us. Popular, effective and secure, dental implants replace missing teeth in patients looking for a secure natural looking future for their smile.
Dental implants are essentially substitute tooth roots that are used to replace original tooth roots. Replacing the entire root helps to preserve the bone that natural tooth roots are embedded in. Missing tooth roots actually can cause bone resorption (deterioration) where teeth are missing. The deterioration of the bone doesn’t just affect the bone itself but has other significant repercussions. Bone deterioration causes facial profiles to collapse, wrinkles to increase around the mouth, lip support to decrease, and noses and chins to appear pointed and too close together. The side effects of bone deterioration can be prevented if the missing tooth roots are replaced with dental implants. This is because the bone forms a strong bond to the implants. The implant begins to function as a natural tooth root and the more it is used as a natural tooth implant the better it is held in place. Dental implants are small and made of titanium, a biocompatible material that is not rejected by the body. They have proven to be very effective with an overall success rate of over 95% and are currently the best long-term treatment available for tooth replacement.
Dental implants are cost-effective, permanent, and straight forward to fit. It’s a tribute to the skills and experience of our perfectionist team. We work only with implants and components from one of the world’s most reputable companies in the field, ensuring long-term back-up and reliability.
Dentures
Are you missing most or all of your teeth? Our team can provide dentures in Des Moines, Iowa. At Briarwood Dental, we provide full and partial dentures, depending on your needs. Please contact our dental office today to learn more and to schedule an appointment.
Dentures are removable oral appliances used to replace multiple missing teeth. If you are missing several teeth or all of your teeth, dentures might be just what you need to restore the function, beauty, and health of your smile. There are two kinds of dentures: complete dentures and partial dentures.
- A complete denture is used to replace all of the teeth in a full dental arch. We may suggest a complete denture to replace all of the teeth in both arches or just one, depending on your individual needs. Our dentist may suggest using a denture adhesive for improved stability.
- A partial denture is used if you are missing multiple teeth but have remaining natural teeth. A partial denture often includes a thin framework or clasps that attach to the natural teeth for a secure fit.
We may recommend complete or partial dentures to restore your smile if you are missing multiple teeth; dentures can improve your ability to properly speak and eat, restore your natural facial volume, and enhance the overall beauty of your smile. Your dentures will be custom made to fit your smile comfortably, aesthetically, and securely. We invite you to call or visit us soon to learn more about how dentures can improve your smile!
Periodontics
At Briarwood Dental your overall oral health is our number one priority. We offer the most modern dentistry available in the Des Moines area for preventing, diagnosing and treating oral diseases such as gum disease and gingivitis. Schedule your appointment with our knowledgeable staff today.
Gum Disease is a very common disease among adults, and it still accounts for around 60% of tooth loss in people over the age of 40 with early signs of it present in many young adults. The good news is that it can usually be controlled and may even be eliminated if caught and treated early enough. It’s for this reason that we routinely monitor your gums and keep an eye out for any sign of disease.
