Our Services
At DSRO we offer a wide variety of services designed to meet all your special dental needs. Each case will be handled with care and efficiency.
We offer specialized treatment in the following areas
Orthodontics
Periodontics
Prosthodontics
Oral Surgery
Our group of highly trained dental specialists can address all of your dental concerns at one convenient location.
ORTHOdontics
Early Treatment - Although orthodontic treatment can be performed at any age, children are easier, faster, and less expensive to treat than adults. Most often orthodontic treatment is used on older children and adolescents whose teeth are still developing. However some types of problems are corrected more readily before all of the permanent teeth have erupted and facial growth is complete. If a child’s permanent lower incisors erupt behind each other, braces may be required at a young age. Crossbites are usually treated early because they can interfere with biting and chewing. Early treatment also is used when thumb- or finger-sucking has affected teeth positioning.
Early orthodontic intervention can provide the following:
- straighten crooked teeth
- preserve or create space for incoming permanent teeth
- guide erupting permanent teeth into the correct positions
- prevent impacted permanent teeth, those that remain partially covered by gum tissue or partially or completely buried in the jawbone
- correct harmful habits such as thumb- or finger-sucking
- lower the risk of accidents to protruding upper incisors
Other advantages of early orthodontic treatment include the following:
- correction of bite problems by guiding jaw growth and controlling the width of the upper and lower dental arches
- reduction or elimination of abnormal swallowing or speech problems
- shortening and simplification of later orthodontic treatment
- prevention of later tooth extractions
- improvements in appearance and self-esteem
Comprehensive treatment - Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment is the most common form of orthodontic treatment patients receive to correct problems. In most cases, braces are added to the upper and lower teeth to correct orthodontic problems involving alignment of teeth, proper jaw function and how the upper and lower jaw fit together. The objective of comprehensive treatment is to correct each problem and achieve the best bite possible for each patient during one single phase. Treatment consists of the placement of the appliance, adjustments and follow-ups, removal of the appliance, construction of the retainer and any follow-up treatment needed to maintain the desired anatomical and aesthetic results.
 Ceramic braces - Ceramic braces are the brackets that are the same size and shape as metal brackets but are "tooth" colored to blend in more. Ceramic braces can be a great alternative to metal braces if you keep them well. Ceramic braces are a lot less noticeable then metal braces and move teeth much faster than clear plastic aligners do.
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PERIOdontics
 Implant Placement - A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that a periodontist places into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason. Dental implants are so natural-looking and feeling; you may forget you ever lost a tooth.
Under proper conditions, such as placement by a periodontist and diligent patient maintenance, implants can last a lifetime.
Sinus lift and Bone Grafting Procedures - A sinus lift, sometimes called a sinus augmentation, is surgery that adds bone to your upper jaw in the area of your molars and premolars to make it taller. The bone is added between your jaw and the maxillary sinuses, which are on either side of your nose. To make room for the bone, the sinus membrane has to be moved upward, or "lifted." A sinus lift usually is done by an oral and maxillofacial surgeon or a periodontist.
When teeth are lost, the "alveolar" bone that previously housed them begins to dissolve away in a process called "resorption." Depending on the rate of resorption, the remaining bone may be insufficient to replace the missing tooth with an implant. If the missing tooth is to be replaced with a fixed bridge, the prosthetic tooth ("pontic") may look artificially large if the bone and gum tissue ("gingiva") have resorbed significantly.
One solution to this dilemma is to "graft" new bone onto the site. This process is sometimes referred to as "site development", which refers to the fact that proper bony and gingival contours need to be re-established before ideal tooth replacement can be done. There are several ways of doing this. First, the bone resorption can be minimized by packing the tooth socket with powdered bone graft material at the time of tooth removal.
Bone grafting is prescribed to prevent the loss of tooth supporting ("alveolar") bone following tooth removal, and to re-establish the height (limited) and width of alveolar bone that has already been lost. This is especially important if a patient's restorative treatment plan includes fixed bridgework, or dental implants.
 Cosmetic periodontal procedures - A gingival graft (also called gum graft or periodontal plastic surgery) is a generic name for any of a number of surgical periodontal procedures whose combined aim is to cover an area of exposed tooth root surface with grafted oral tissue. The covering of exposed root surfaces accomplishes a number of objectives: the prevention of further root exposure, decreased or eliminated sensitivity, decreased susceptibility to root caries and improved cosmetic appearance. These procedures are usually performed by a dental specialist in the field of gingival tissue, generally periodontist.
Crown Lengthening is a procedure to remove the excess gum tissue, exposing more of the “crown” of the tooth. The gum line is then sculpted (or sutured) to create the right proportion between gum tissue and tooth surface. This sets the stage, allowing your new veneers or crowns to have the correct length and shape. Reasons for Crown Lengthening: This procedure is for patients who feel their teeth are too short (known as a gummy smile) or their gum line is uneven.
 Scaling and Root Planning - The objective of scaling and root planning, otherwise known as conventional periodontal therapy or non-surgical periodontal therapy, is to remove or eliminate the etiologic agents which cause inflammation: dental plaque, its products and calculus, thus helping to establish a periodontium that is free of disease. This procedure helps the gum tissue bounce back from deep pockets. It will help restore a health mouth and smile.
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PROSTHOdontics
Full mouth reconstruction - Full mouth reconstruction, full mouth rehabilitation and full mouth restoration are terms often used interchangeably to describe the process of rebuilding or simultaneously restoring all of the teeth in both the upper and lower arches.
Full mouth reconstruction typically involves a prosthodontist (performing procedures like crowns, bridges and veneers), and can incorporate dental specialists like periodontists (specializing in the gums), oral surgeons, orthodontists (specializing in tooth movements and positions) and endodontists (specializing in the tooth pulp).
The need for full mouth reconstruction may result from:
- Teeth that have been lost due to decay or trauma.
- Teeth that have been injured or fractured.
- Teeth that have become severely worn as a result of long-term acid erosion (foods, beverages, acid reflux) or tooth grinding.
- Ongoing complaints of jaw, muscle and headache pain requiring adjustments to the bite (occlusion).
Full mouth reconstruction is the use of many methods of dentistry to create the correct relationship between gums, bones, muscles, and teeth. The mouth is a complex machine; without a proper bite, chewing can become impaired, teeth can become worn, the jaw and neck can become sore, and even migraines can occur. Dental bonding, porcelain veneers and crowns, dental implants, and teeth whitening are all potential procedures used in a full mouth reconstruction. The result is a perfect smile!
Crowded teeth, poor dental care and the age of your teeth – all can contribute to this condition. When your teeth are out of ideal alignment, enormously destructive forces begin to attack teeth. Every time your jaw closes, the damage continues. Tooth breakage and pain of the jaw, neck and head often ensue. In addressing and correcting these problems, not only do patients find relief, improved function and better oral health, but they also are delighted to achieve a beautiful smile line and more youthful appearance.
With full-mouth reconstruction the entire mouth is beautified with a more comfortable bite and less tension in the jaw and neck.
 Full Removable Dentures - A denture is a removable prosthesis that replaces some or all of the teeth of a jaw. If a denture substitutes all teeth in the arch, it is called a full removable denture or a complete denture. If some of the natural teeth are still present, than the prosthesis replacing the missing teeth is called a removable partial denture.
Full dentures are still the most common restoration used today for edentulous (no teeth present) patients. The only other alternative to the complete dentures is implants. Full dentures are plastic plates custom-made to fit each individual. It is made from pink acrylic simulating gum tissue and plastic or porcelain teeth, custom set for each patient. The name full denture or complete denture this restoration gets from its function: it substitutes the full dentition on the patient's jaw |
 Implant-Retained Dentures -If you are a denture wearer, and have been for a while, you know the discomfort caused by slipping. As time goes by, the natural ridges of the gums wear down and become smooth. Adhesives and the suction that once held dentures in place are less effective, resulting in a loose, wobbly fit. Are you ready to stop the irritation associated with slipping dentures? Then consider an implant-retained denture.
Dental implants act as an anchor for your prosthesis to maximize retention and stability. Your denture will simply snap onto the implant posts for a strong, secure hold. There are numerous benefits to implant retained dentures including:
- Restores greater confidence in social situations
- Dental implants stop bone loss, helping the jaw retain its natural shape
- Implant-retained dentures are more stable, providing a higher level of function
- Eliminates the worry of embarrassing slippage
- Stability allows for a more varied diet of nutritious foods
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ORAL SURGERY
Complete Bony Impaction – Complete bony impaction is when the wisdom teeth are completely covered in bone. When the tooth is completely covered with bone it will remain completely covered with its "developmental sack" in which all teeth develop. It is important to have these kinds of wisdom teeth removed by an oral surgeon early so they don’t cause pain.
Partial Bony Impaction – Partial bony impaction is when the teeth begin to erupt but are not able to erupt completely. In this situation, the upper third molars usually are positioned towards the cheek while the lower third molars usually lean forward with only part of the crown sticking through the gum. This situation can to decay and gum disease around the second molar directly in front of it.
Wisdom teeth – Wisdom teeth are a valuable asset to the mouth when they are healthy and properly positioned. Often, however, problems develop that require their removal.When the jaw isn't large enoug h to accommodate wisdom teeth, they can become impacted (unable to come in or misaligned) Wisdom teeth may grow sideways, emerge only part way through the gum or remain trapped beneath the gum and bone.
Extraction of third molars is generally recommended:
- When wisdom teeth only partially erupt.
- When there is a chance that poorly aligned wisdom teeth will damage adjacent teeth.
- When a cyst (fluid-filled sac) forms, destroying surrounding structures such as bone tooth roots.
Intravenous Sedation - A lot of dental offices use terms such as "sleep dentistry" or "twilight sleep" when talking about IV sedation. This is confusing, because it suggests that IV sedation involves being put to sleep. In reality, you remain conscious during IV sedation. You will also be able to understand and respond to requests from your dentist.
However, you may not remember much about what went on because of two factors: firstly, in most people, IV sedation induces a state of deep relaxation and a feeling of not being bothered by what's going on. Secondly, the drugs used for IV sedation can produce either partial or full memory loss (amnesia) for the period of time when the drug first kicks in until it wears off. As a result, time will appear to pass very quickly and you will not recall much, or perhaps even nothing at all, of what happened. So it may, indeed, appear as if you were "asleep" during the procedure. Many patients love this option to help relieve and stress and anxiousness going into an appointment.
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