These services are primarily provided to maintain your current oral health condition and identify problems before they become costly and painful. Regular preventative care can help prevent future complications and keep your smile healthy.
When permanent molars erupt, they have tiny grooves that a toothbrush cannot effectively penetrate, but bacteria and food particles certainly can. This may eventually lead to cavities. A sealant is a material that is painlessly placed into these grooves shortly after the teeth erupt to create a smooth surface that is easy to keep clean, and greatly reduces the chance of developing a cavity on the biting surface of the tooth. Sealants are generally placed the first time around your child’s 6th birthday.
PROPHYLAXIS (ROUTINE CLEANINGS)
A professional cleaning is recommended for those patients who generally practice good oral hygiene, and who are free of active periodontal disease and inflammation. Regular cleanings can diminish the likelihood of cavities and the progression to active periodontal (gum) disease. Prophylaxis is generally recommended every 6 months, but the recall time varies based on you individual oral condition.
Flouride Varnish is thin, gel-like material that is generally applied to children’s teeth to strengthen them and prevent decay, but can be applied to adults who suffer from sensitive teeth.
ORAL CANCER SCREENING, REGULAR EXAMS, AND DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHS
Regular dental exams are recommended to identify dental disease promptly, and initiate treatment as soon as possible for the best possible outcome. This process includes an oral cancer screening, periodontal (gum) evaluation, and the use of diagnostic radiographs to identify dental disease. We usually recommend an exam at least every 6 months, but that may depend on your oral condition.
PERIODONTAL THERAPY AND MAINTENANCE
Periodontal disease is an inflammatory process accompanied by a chronic low grade bacterial infection that results in the loss of the surrounding bone and tissue that anchor the teeth in the jaws. This inflammatory process also triggers the inflammatory process throughout the rest of the body which can exacerbate other health conditions (especially diabetes and heart disease), or create an environment for new conditions to manifest themselves. If left untreated, it will eventually lead to tooth loss, and can cause other systemic diseases to progress. Once it is present, periodontal disease can be treated and put into remission, but cannot be “cured”. This is why, once it has been treated, it is imperative that a periodontal maintenance program be followed to prevent the disease from becoming active again. The frequency of the maintenance visits depends on the severity of the disease, individual health conditions, and the type of bacteria present, which can be tested for. Maintenance visits can range from 6 weeks through 6 months.
Services That we Offer
Here at Cedar Creek Dental in Winchester, VA we specialize in a wide variety of dental services. We offer many services under one roof for your convenience. Listed below are some of the more common services we offer, but by no means is the list complete. We are constantly learning and educating ourselves on new procedures to better serve you.
These services are primarily provided to maintain your current oral health condition and identify problems.
A new smile, or even a subtle change such as whitening can be extremely life changing.
We can bring your smile back to optimal health and balance your bite by replacing missing teeth.
We offer this service to our adult patients who would like to straighten their teeth.
We provide services from basic extractions to implants.
A root canal is recommended when a cavity is close to the nerve of the tooth or the tooth is infected.
TMD therapy may benefit you if you suffer from headaches, sensitive teeth, or grind your teeth.
What Our Clients Say
"Very good experience from someone who has always been uncomfortable at a dentist office. Thank you very much."
"I had a wonderful experience with entire staff very professional and caring. They were super nice to my 2 younger children as well..."
"Dr. Alexis has a wonderful chair side manner. I haven’t been to the dentist in awhile and was afraid of being judged. I had nothing to worry about here. The entire staff answered all of my questions and was able to schedule an appointment quickly."
"Dr. Alexis is a excellent dentist. I highly recommend Dr. Alexis to anyone who is looking for a doctor who really cares about their patients and who listens. All our concerns are addressed right away..."
"The most relaxing environment I have ever found in a dental office! Everyone is so nice and makes every effort to make you feel comfortable."
About the Practice
Located in Winchester, VA, Cedar Creek Dental and Dr. Alexis Mierzwa combine excellence in care with a level of patient service rarely seen these days. We listen to your concerns and your goals become our goals. Our greatest pleasure is making positive changes in our patients lives. In addition to complicated full mouth rehabilitation cases and smile makeovers, Dr. Alexis Mierzwa offers a wide range of cosmetic, preventative, restorative services, and even children’s dentistry. You can get everything you need for your oral health all in one place.