Dental Procedures

There are many dental procedures performed by a general dentist. Most procedures involve surgery at the areas of the mouth, teeth and/or gums. But what exactly is involved? Learn the process of some procedures, as well as the advantages, alternatives, possible problems and post treatment care recommendations.

Following is a list of the more frequent dental procedures performed. They range from the basic (cavity fillings, extractions) to the more complex (bridges, dentures), and includes some specialized (implants, root canals, braces) procedures as well. Some pages contain videos to further enhance your reading experience.

Be certain to follow any after care instructions, provided by your dentist, especially for those dental procedures which involve surgery. Also be certain to use any dental products recommended by the dentist. Recommended products are often designed to promote faster healing, combat infection, and help maintain good dental health. Also take a moment to review the Dental Patient Guide. This guide provides information on your rights as a dental patient, discusses treatment plans, and offers suggestions on handling complaints.

Dental Procedures and Conditions

Surgical Procedures

Apioectomy, Bone Graft, Extractions, Implants, Root Canal, Scaling & Root Planning

Non Surgical Procedures

Cosmetic Dentistry (includes Crowns, Porcelain Veneers, Dental Bonding, Inlays/Onlays, Dental Recontouring and Teeth Whitening), Orthodontic Braces, Fixed Bridge, Full and Partial Dentures, Sealants, Dental Flipper, Dental Mouthguard, Snap-On Smile

Dental Conditions

Dental Abcess, Dental Cavities, Periodontal Disease, Oral Cancer, Bad Breath, Treating Gum Diseases

• Apicoectomy

  Learn the reasons why it is sometimes needed, the process and post care treatment recommendations.

• Dental Abscess

  Learn the symptoms, treatment and preventive measures associated with this bacterial infection.

• Dental Bone Grafts

  Bone Grafts for Implants
  Dental Bone Graft Types
  

• Orthodontic Dentistry

  Orthodontic Braces including:
  Types of Braces
  Post-Treatment
  Retainers and Pre-Finishers
  Complications and Risks
  Treatment Time and Costs
  Braces Alternatives
  

• Fixed Bridge

  Types of Bridges
  Post Treatment Care
  Caring for Your Dental Bridge
  Fixed Bridge Emergencies

• Dental Cavity

  Tooth Composition: Enamel and Dentin
  Cavities - The Breakdown
  Classifying Cavities
  Signs and Symptoms of Cavities
  Diagnosing Cavities
  Causes of Cavities
  Other Risk Factors
  Treating Cavities
  Preventive Measures
  Facts and Recommendations for Managing Cavities

• Dental Crowns

  Making a Crown
  Temporary Crowns
  Dental Crown Problems

• Cosmetic Dentistry

  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Teeth Whitening Treatments
  • Dental Crowns (see above)
  • Dental Bonding
  • Dental Inlays and Onlays
  • Dental Recontouring

• Dental Flipper

  What it is and how it is used in Dentistry

• Dentures - Full and Partial

  Types of Removable Complete Dentures

  Complete Denture Development Process
  Newly Inserted Dentures
  Problems with Complete Dentures
  Incorporating the Use of Implants with Complete Dentures
  Summary
  

  Types of Removable Partial Dentures (RPD's)

  Classifying Partial Denture Cases
  The Components of a Removable Partial Denture
  
  

  Caring For Removable Complete and Partial Dentures

  Denture Emergency Care

• Tooth Extraction

  Types of Extractions
  Post Care Instructions
  Infections and Risks
  Extraction Site Preservation
  Bone Preservation
  Immediate Dental Implants
  

• Implant Overview

  Types of Dental Implants
  The Dental Implant Procedure (includes video)
  Dental Implant Problems
  Dental Implant Costs
  Get Free Dental Implants
  

• Mouth Guards

  Types of Mouth Guards
  Mouth Guards and Braces
  Caring for Mouth Guards

• Root Canal Therapy

  The Root Canal Process
  Post Operative Care

• Sealants

  The Application Process
  Caring for Dental Sealants

• Snap-On Smile

  Get a Hollywood Smile with this thin, flexible, resin shell of perfect teeth that snaps over your actual teeth. No adhesive, no drilling, no pain.

• Scaling and Root Planning

  Periodontal diseases are infections of the gum and bone areas of the mouth. Because they are often painless, many people are often not aware that they have a problem until it is diagnosed. When diagnosed, a scaling and root planning procedure is often the best course of action.

• Oral Cancer

  Oral cancer claims one life every hour in the U.S. Almost 70% of its victims are diagnosed in later stages, so survival is extremely poor. Approximately 50% die within 5 years. However, when discovered in its early stages, cancer of the mouth is 90% survivable.

• Bad Breath

  Halitosis is a term used to define bad breath. According to studies, halitosis effects about 85% of people who have one or more dental problems. Learn the other dental problems associated with bad breath and the strategies used to combat this disease.

• Alternative Treatments for Diseases of the Mouth

  There are at least 20 organisms responsible for infections in the teeth. Find your cure to toothache pain, bad breath, canker sores, gingivitis, periodontal disease and root canal side effects on this page.