General Dentistry
General dentistry focuses on the general upkeep of a patient's oral health and hygiene. Our Walnut dentist works with the patient's specific needs to develop a personalized dental health plan that produces the best results in the appearance and wellness of the teeth, gums and other structures in the mouth. General dentistry covers a variety of procedures, from cleanings to root canal therapy.Teeth Cleaning
Teeth cleaning is an important part of oral hygiene as it removes elements that may cause cavities and gum disease, like plaque. A patient routinely cleans her teeth at home through brushing and flossing, but hardened plaque, called calculus or tartar, can't be removed with standard at-home cleaning methods. Our dentist in Walnut will remove these elements through tooth polishing, scaling and debridement to prevent potential dental diseases and tooth decay.
Fillings
Dental fillings are utilized by our Walnut general dentist to replace a damaged or decayed section of a tooth and restore the appearance and function of the tooth. The damaged section of the tooth is removed and the remaining space is filled with a material such as porcelain, composite resin, gold or amalgam.
Every person has specific needs, and our general dentist in Walnut works with each patient to evaluate their needs and provide the necessary treatments based on that.
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Extractions
When a tooth is damaged beyond repair, for reasons such as trauma, dental decay or disease, our dentist performs an extraction and removes the tooth from the mouth. Simple extractions require the use of dental forceps to loosen and extract the tooth. If a tooth requires surgery, normally because it has broken off beneath the gum line, our dentist will perform a surgical extraction and remove the problematic tooth through an incision in the gums.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy, often referred to simply as a root canal, is a procedure performed by our general dentist in Walnut when the tissue within the canal is infected and threatening the health of the tooth. The root canal is located in the root of a tooth and houses the living tissue referred to as dental pulp. Root canal therapy involves removing the infected tissue, filling the empty space with an antibacterial filling and using a crown to cover, or cap, the tooth.
For a better dental and oral health, schedule regular checkups with our Walnut general dentist and get your teeth professionally cleaned every once in a while.