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Cosmetic Dentistry - Orthodontics - White Fillings - Crown and Bridge Treatment - Dental Implants - Oral Surgery - Periodontal Procedures - Root Canal Therapy - Snore Treatment - Dental Emergencies - Dental AmentitiesCosmetic Dentistry
Providing Cosmetic Dentistry and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
We call it "cosmetic" dentistry, but often that's a misnomer. "Cosmetic" can sometimes imply something superficial and therefore, unnecessary. Not so! We at The Dentists At Brinton Lake subscribe firmly to the belief that anything that can be done to enhance a smile should be done.
A more attractive smile, we believe, equals a greater sense of self-esteem. Moreover, often the very techniques used to improve the look of a smile also improve a patient's overall oral health.
Our dentists will be happy to discuss which technique is right for you. Call us for an appointment.
Veneers
Porcelain veneers are thin ceramic shells that bond directly to the front surfaces of your teeth. Ideal for severely stained teeth, their simplicity and versatility have made them very popular among our patients.Our dentists possess the high degree of technical skill, as well as the eye for cosmetic detail, required for placing custom veneers, and design each case to match and enhance characteristics already present in your teeth.
Ultra-thin, our porcelain veneers are virtually undetectable and highly resistant to coffee, tea, or even tobacco stains. For strength and appearance, their resemblance to healthy, white tooth enamel is unsurpassed.
If one or more of your teeth is severely stained, talk to us about the wonders that porcelain veneers can do for you.
Bonding
For chipped, cracked, discolored, or misarranged teeth, bonding can be a solution.
The tooth is prepared for the procedure by lightly etching the surface and applying a bonding liquid. Once the liquid sets, a plastic resin is applied and sculpted into the desired shape by the dentist. Once set, the resin is trimmed, smoothed and polished to a natural appearance.
The bonding procedure can often be completed in a single office visit.
Orthodontics
Providing Orthodontics and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
The Orthodontist at Brinton Lake has created an opportunity to have your Beautiful Smile created without hidden costs.
When you come to meet Dr J-R the consult - FREE
First Retainer- FREE
What is Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontic treatment straightens your teeth so they look and work better. It may even make your face look better, and help your jaw muscles function properly. Orthodontic treatment uses braces or other appliances to put gentle pressure on your teeth and eventually move them into the right position.
Your dentist may do basic orthodontic treatment or refer you to an orthodontist - a dental specialist with two to three years of extra university training in this area.
Why you may need orthodontics
A number of factors may affect the size and position of your teeth and jaws. Problems like crooked teeth may "run in your family." You may have a habit that affected your teeth, such as thumb-sucking. You may have lost a tooth (or teeth), and the teeth that are left may have moved or shifted.
No matter what the cause, your dentist or orthodontist can treat:
- crowded teeth;
- crooked teeth;
- an overbite, an underbite and an overjet;
- an openbite;
- too much space between teeth;
- the results of extra or missing teeth.
It's important to treat these problems because teeth that are crowded, crooked or protruding can make you unhappy with your appearance. You may be shy and unwilling to smile because of your teeth.
Teeth that are misaligned affect your bite. This misalignment can make it hard to chew some foods and may cause some teeth to wear down. It can also cause muscle tension and pain.
Crowded and crooked teeth are harder to clean. Cavities and gum disease may develop as a result. Teeth that stick out are more easily chipped or broken.
Some orthodontic problems should start to be treated before all the adult (or permanent) teeth come in. Your dentist or orthodontist can do a screening to find out if your child will have any orthodontic problems.
An orthodontic screening by the age of seven can help your dentist or orthodontist treat (or intercept) a problem as it is developing. This type of screening is called interceptive orthodontics.
How Orthodontics is Done
There are a number of methods for treating orthodontic problems. Dr. J-R will determine which method will work best for you.
1. Braces
There are four parts to braces:
- the bracket or band (the metal ring) that is attached to each tooth;
- the cement or bonding material that attaches the bracket or band to each tooth;
- the arch wire that fits into all the brackets;
- elastics or wire ties that hold the wire into the bracket or band.
Most of the time, brackets, bands and arch wires are made of metal, but brackets and elastics can also be clear, tooth-colored or multi-colored.
Dr J-R may suggest other treatments before, during or after braces are put on the teeth. Other ways to solve your orthodontic problem that do not include braces may be suggested.
2. Headgear
Headgear is used to guide the direction of tooth movement and/or jaw growth in someone who is still growing. Headgear may be worn before braces are applied, or during any part of orthodontic treatment. There are different types of headgear. The patient inserts the headgear and in most cases, wears it during the evening and at night. We will show you how to insert headgear, and tell you how long to wear it each day.
3. Removable appliances
Removable appliances are not as precise as braces, but they can move a tooth or a group of teeth.
They can be worn:
- before braces are put on;
- while braces are worn;
- on their own to treat specific orthodontic problems.
4. Retainers
Retainers keep teeth in the right place once braces have been removed. Retainers can be attached to the teeth or they may be removable. Your orthodontist or dentist will tell you if you have to wear your retainer all the time or for part of each day.
5. Oral surgery
Tooth removal may be needed if teeth are crowded, or if a tooth (or teeth) is badly out of position.
Jaw surgery (or Orthognathic surgery) may be needed when there are major differences in the size or position of the upper and lower jaws. It helps the upper and lower jaws line up. If your orthodontist thinks you will need jaw surgery, he or she will refer you to an oral and maxillofacial surgeon.
1. Success
To help make sure your treatment is a success and lasts a lifetime, follow Dr J-R’s instructions
2. Discomfort
There are few risks or side effects to orthodontic treatment. The few problems that do occur are most often because the patient did not follow the advice of the dentist or orthodontist.
You may feel some discomfort for a while when your braces are first put on and when they are adjusted.
3. Time
Orthodontic treatment takes time. How much time depends on your age, the type of problem, how serious it is and what treatments are used. Treatment generally involves a visit every four to seven weeks over a period ranging from six months to two or three years.
In general, it takes longer to treat adults than children or teenagers.
4. Care
Special attention is given to all our Ortho patients. Our practice will provide an additional hygiene visit as a courtesy to our ortho patients. Please ask our office about this service.
Brushing and flossing take longer, and are even more important for people with braces, because food gets stuck around the brackets. Your dentist or orthodontist will give you tips on how to brush and floss (using floss threaders). Parents should supervise their children to make sure they do a good job cleaning their teeth and braces, and that they follow Dr J-R’s advice.
If you have braces, do not bite on hard things such as ice cubes, nuts or pencils. Do not eat sticky foods like gum (sugar or sugar-free) or toffee. They can loosen brackets and pull them off your teeth. Your treatment will take longer as a result.
5. Cost
Some dental benefit plans have coverage for orthodontic treatment. Check with your employer or insurance company.
Often, your insurance company will repay 50% of orthodontic treatment, until you reach your plan's orthodontic limit.
We will help make Orthodontics affordable with convenient payment plans for you individual needs.
What is the Best Time for Orthodontic Treatment?
Developing malocclusions, or bad bites, can be recognized as early as 2-3 years of age. Often, early steps can be taken to reduce the need for major orthodontic treatment at a later age.
Stage I – Early Treatment: This period of treatment encompasses ages 2 to 6 years. At this young age, we are concerned with underdeveloped dental arches, the premature loss of primary teeth, and harmful habits such as finger or thumb sucking. Treatment initiated in this stage of development is often very successful and many times, though not always, can eliminate the need for future orthodontic/orthopedic treatment.
Stage II – Mixed Dentition: This period covers the ages of 6 to 12 years, with the eruption of the permanent incisor (front) teeth and 6 year molars. Treatment concerns deal with jaw malrelationships and dental realignment problems. This is an excellent stage to start treatment, when indicated, as your child’s hard and soft tissues are usually very responsive to orthodontic or orthopedic forces.
Stage III – Adolescent Dentition: This stage deals with the permanent teeth and the development of the final bite relationship.]
White Fillings
Providing White Fillings and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
At The Dentists At Brinton Lake, silver fillings with mercury are a thing of the past. Besides being detrimental to your health, silver fillings conduct heat and cold through your teeth, cause your teeth to fracture, and detract from your smile. White fillings are stronger and safer than silver fillings. They actually bond your teeth together to prevent your teeth from breaking and they look like your natural teeth when you smile or laugh.
Crown and Bridge Treatment
Providing Crown and Bridge Treatment and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
Dental crowns, also known as caps, are used to cover and strengthen damaged or discolored teeth. Crowns protect the tooth and also restore form and function. Crowns are recommended for teeth with worn fillings, large cavities, cracks or other damage.
Dental crowns can be made of metal, porcelain, or a combination of the two; however, porcelain crowns are, by far, considered the most natural looking.
To prepare your tooth for the crown, your dentist will first remove and treat any decay or infection. He will then make an impression of your tooth. The impression is sent to the laboratory where specially trained technicians will create your new custom crown. For porcelain dental crowns, the doctor will carefully match the color of your new crown to the color of your natural teeth. This ensures that your results will be as natural looking as possible. There are some instances where we will ask you to see the lab technician so that they can customize your crown's shade.
If you have chipped or severally damaged teeth, contact our office today to find out more about dental crowns.
Dental Implants
Providing Dental Implants and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
The Dentists At Brinton Lake provide the latest in dental implant technology.
Our dental implants are the most natural solution to missing teeth. Dental implants are natural looking artificial teeth that are attached below the gum line with an anchor. The anchor, implanted by our Periodontist, Dr Ciniglio, holds the implant in place while bone and gum grow around it. The result is a strong and secure tooth that is virtually indistinguishable from the surrounding teeth.
In addition to dental implants, The Dentists at Brinton Lake also offer bridges and partials. There are advantages to each, and we can help you determine which is right for you.
Oral Surgery
Providing Vast Experience And Exceptional Results with Oral Surgery in Glen Mills, Pa
Experience. Modern technology. Safety. These are the qualities our
doctor brings to the table every day he performs surgery. Oral
surgery is an exact and delicate science. Trust your health and
well-being to a surgeon with the training and credentials to get the results you deserve.
Wisdom Teeth and Impacted Teeth Removal — Dentoalveolar Surgery
Around our late teens or early twenties, our wisdom teeth (third molars) begin to arrive. In many cases, however, the jaw is not large enough to accommodate the extra teeth and they become impacted, remaining under the gum. Impacted teeth can cause several further complications: infection, crowding and damage to adjacent teeth, cysts that permanently damage the jaw. While it is difficult to predict whether your impacted teeth will cause such damage, it is highly likely complications will arise. Regular x-rays help your surgeon track your wisdom teeth and make decisions about removal. Also, it is usually much easier to remove wisdom teeth and impacted teeth before complications arise at a young age - usually 15 or 16.After surgery, patients can expect varying levels of swelling and discomfort. Dr. Kurtzman takes this into consideration and does everything possible to minimize pain and recovery time.
Oral Cancer
If a biopsy reveals cancerous cells, surgery can be performed to remove the affected area. Radiation therapy is also sometimes used for small tumors. This involves high-energy rays that damage cancer cells and stop them from growing. Radiation can be effective before surgery by shrinking the tumor to ease removal during surgery or after surgery to destroy any remaining cancer cells. If you have a suspicious area, please contact us to schedule a consultation.Care after Minor Oral Surgery
Sometimes, after minor oral surgery, you may have pain, bleeding and swelling. This section offers some advice on dealing with these problems. Your dentist or oral and maxillofacial surgeon will give you advice too.An oral and maxillofacial surgeon is a dental specialist with at least four years of extra university training in this area. If you have any questions about your treatment, or about your care after surgery, ask your dentist or oral surgeon.
Important
If you have any of the following problems after oral surgery, call your dentist or oral surgeon right away:•if you are bleeding a lot and it has been four hours, or longer, since your surgery
•if you have the feeling that you are going to throw up (nausea)
•if you are throwing up (vomiting)
•if you have a fever
•if you have pain that does not get any better, and it has been one full day (or longer) since your surgery
•if your swelling is still getting worse, and it has been two days (or longer) since your surgery
Dr Kurtzman will tell you exactly what to do.
Easing the pain
At our office Dr Kurtzman will use freezing (or local anesthetic) to numb the area of your mouth that will be treated.The length of time your mouth stays numb will depend on the type of freezing (or anesthetic), and on how much is necessary for your individual needs. When your mouth is numb, be careful not to bite your cheek, lip or tongue. The numbness should go away within a few hours.
If you are having the type of freezing that puts you to sleep (called general anesthetic), we will give you other directions that you must follow before and after your surgery.
Some pain is normal after the numbness wears off. You will have the most pain in the first 24 to 48 hours after your surgery. Some soreness or discomfort at the site of the surgery may last for three to five days. The amount of discomfort depends on the kind of surgery you have, how healthy you are in general and how active you are. If you are up and about, you may feel more discomfort. It's best to rest. Dr Kurtzman may prescribe painkillers to dull the pain. This type of medicine is called an analgesic. He or she may also prescribe medicine to help prevent infection. This is called an antibiotic.
What to do
• Let us know about any other prescription medicines you are taking.• Follow the advice of your dentist or oral surgeon and your pharmacist when taking medicines.
• Call the office if the pain does not get any better within 24 hours.
What not to do
• Do not take more medicine than advised.• Do not drink alcohol when taking painkillers.
• Do not drive or use machines if you are taking narcotic painkillers. Your dentist, oral surgeon or pharmacist will tell you if your pain medicine is a narcotic.
Stopping the bleeding
A gauze pad to cut down on the amount of bleeding while the blood clots. This gauze pad should be left in place for an hour after leaving your dentist's or oral surgeon's office. Press firmly on the pad with your teeth, but do not chew on it.You will probably bleed for the first one to two hours after surgery. The area may continue to ooze for up to 24 hours. Do not be alarmed if it looks like you are bleeding a lot. Blood and saliva mix together in your mouth and make it look like you are bleeding more than you really are. After four hours, if you cannot control the bleeding by pressing firmly on the gauze pad, call our office if the bleeding doesn’t stop .
What to do
• Keep firm and constant pressure on the wound by putting a gauze pad over the area, and by closing your teeth firmly on the pad. Leave the pad in place for an hour, no matter how soggy it becomes.• If you are still bleeding after one hour, put a new gauze pad on the area.
• Put firm and constant pressure on the area for another hour.
• Rest and keep your head raised. Rest slows down the flow (or circulation) of blood, which helps stop the bleeding and helps you heal faster.
• Brush and floss your teeth as usual, but avoid the wound and use only a little bit of water.
• Call us if you are still bleeding a lot, and it has been four hours (or longer) since your surgery.
• A full day after surgery, rinse your mouth gently with warm water. Your dentist or oral surgeon may suggest that you add 1/2 teaspoon of salt to a cup of warm water each time you rinse. Rinse four or five times a day, for three to four days.
What not to do
• Do not rinse your mouth within the first 24 hours, even if the bleeding and oozing leave a bad taste in your mouth.• Do not chew on the gauze pad or suck on the wound.
• Do not strain yourself for two full days after your surgery.
• Do not drive or use machines if you are taking narcotic painkillers.
• Avoid hot liquids like coffee and tea. If you eat soup, let it cool first. Hot liquids increase the flow (or circulation) of blood, and your mouth can start to bleed again.
• Avoid alcohol and tobacco for the first two weeks after surgery. They make it harder for the blood to clot, easier for an infection to start, and they delay healing.
Keeping the swelling down
Your face may swell in the first 24 hours after oral surgery. The swelling may last for five to seven days. Once the swelling starts to go down, your face may bruise. The bruising could last for up to 10 days after your surgery.What to do
• On the first day after surgery, put a cold compress on the swollen area. To make a cold compress, wrap ice cubes in a towel, or use a bag of frozen vegetables such as peas.• Keep the cold compress there for 10 minutes. Take it off for 10 minutes, then put it back on for another 10 minutes.
• Repeat this procedure over and over again for the first 24 hours after surgery.
• On the second day after surgery, put something warm on the swollen area, like a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel, or a heating pad wrapped in a towel. The warmth will increase blood flow (or circulation) and decrease swelling. Do not use anything hot enough to burn your skin.
• Call your dentist or oral surgeon if the swelling keeps getting worse 48 hours after surgery, or if the swelling does not go down within seven days after surgery. • Do not apply heat to the swollen area in the first 24 hours after surgery as it will only make the swelling worse.
Relieving a sore jaw
After surgery, your jaw muscles may be sore and it may be hard to open your mouth for up to seven to 10 days. Your jaw muscles may have become stiff and sore from holding your mouth open during surgery.What to do
• If your jaw muscles are not too sore, massage them gently with a warm, moist facecloth.• Eat foods that are easy to chew such as eggs, pasta and bananas. Have drinks like milk shakes, milk and juices.
• Call your dentist or oral surgeon if, after 7 to 10 days, your jaw muscles are still tender or if your mouth is still hard to open.
What not to do
• Do not force your mouth open.• Do not chew gum or eat hard or chewy foods.
• Do not have drinks like coffee and tea.
Periodontal Procedures and Gum Disease Treatments
Providing Periodontal Procedures and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
Soft Tissue Grafts
Soft tissue grafts can be used to cover roots or develop gum tissue where absent due to excessive gingival recession. During this procedure, your periodontist takes gum tissue from your palate or another donor source to cover the exposed root. This can be done for one tooth or several teeth to even your gum line and reduce sensitivity.Pocket Reduction Procedures
Your bone and gum tissue should fit snugly around your teeth like a turtleneck around your neck. When you have periodontal disease, this supporting tissue and bone is destroyed, forming "pockets" around the teeth. Over time, these pockets become deeper, providing a larger space for bacteria to live. During a pocket reduction procedure, your periodontist folds back the gum tissue and removes the disease-causing bacteria before securing the tissue into place. In some cases, irregular surfaces of the damaged bone are smoothed to limit areas where disease-causing bacteria can hide. This allows the gum tissue to better reattach to healthy bone.Regenerative Procedures
When you have periodontal disease, your supporting tissue and bone is destroyed and pockets develop. Your periodontist may recommend a regenerative procedure to reverse some of the damage by regenerating lost bone and tissue. During this procedure, your periodontist folds back the gum tissue and removes the disease-causing bacteria. Membranes (filters), bone grafts or tissue- stimulating proteins can be used to encourage your body's natural ability to regenerate bone and tissueRoot Canal Therapy
Providing Root Canal Therapy and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
When decay and infection reach the pulp (or nerve) of the tooth, the dentist might recommend root canal therapy. Unfortunately, this treatment causes unwarranted anxiety and panic in many who are unaware that root canal therapy can be accomplished with minimal discomfort.
During the procedure, the doctor will remove the decayed pulp from the tooth and clean the roots. The tooth is then filled with a substance called gutta percha, and a temporary filling is placed on the tooth which will later be restored and strengthened with a crown.
New materials and technology often allow us to complete a root canal in only one sitting!
Snore Treatment
Providing Snore Treatment and other Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
Snoring: It's a problem worth solving!
It is estimated that up to 50% of adults have some snoring disorder. Snoring is such a common problem; people tend to under-rate its seriousness. Disrupted sleep on an on-going basis can lead to relationship problems and affect the physical well being of both the snorer and partner alike.
Snoring is the villain! Snoring not only robs you of the rest you need, it also robs those closest to you. You both wake up tired, and often feel irritable and sluggish during the day.
What causes Snoring?
When you’re asleep, the muscles and soft tissues in your throat and mouth automatically relax. The lower jaw and tongue drop back, helping block and decrease the airway opening. This results in an increase in the velocity of air flowing through your airway when you breathe. The increased velocity causes soft tissues in your mouth and throat to vibrate. That familiar snoring sound is actually the sound of those tissues vibrating.
In its most severe form, the collapse of the upper airway is so complete that the lungs may not receive oxygen for up to 30 seconds. This is called “Obstructive Sleep Apnea”. In response to this deprivation of oxygen, your body triggers an internal alarm and you partially wake. This is usually accompanied by loud gasps for air that can last 3 seconds or more, until you fall asleep and the cycle starts all over again.
Snoring is also affected by diet, health, lifestyle, age, weight, environment and other factors.
Solution!
Snore Guard® is a small oral appliance professionally fitted by a dentist. It has a unique inner lining that is softened by heat during the fitting process. (Similar to an athletic mouth guard.) The unit is custom fitted to your individual needs. It fits snugly over your top teeth while you sleep and is designed to prevent your tongue from dropping towards the back of your throat. This helps keep your airway open, effectively relieving the main cause of snoring.
Dental Emergencies
Providing Dental Services in Glen Mills, Pa
Toothache
Clean the area of the affected tooth thoroughly. Rinse the mouth vigorously with warm water or use dental floss to dislodge impacted food or debris. If the pain still exists, contact your child's dentist. DO NOT place aspirin on the gum or on the aching tooth. If the face is swollen apply cold compresses and contact our office immediately.
Cut or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek
Apply ice to bruised areas. If there is bleeding apply firm but gentle pressure with a gauze or cloth. If bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes or it cannot be controlled by simple pressure, take the child to hospital emergency room.
Knocked Out Permanent Tooth
Find the tooth. Handle the tooth by the crown, not the root portion. You may rinse the tooth but DO NOT clean or handle the tooth unnecessarily. Inspect the tooth for fractures. If it is sound, try to reinsert it in the socket. Have the patient hold the tooth in place by biting on a gauze. If you cannot reinsert the tooth, transport the tooth in a cup containing the patient’s saliva or milk. If the patient is old enough, the tooth may also be carried in the patient’s mouth. The patient must see a dentist IMMEDIATELY! Time is a critical factor in saving the tooth.
Dental Amentities
All of your records are done in-house.We have the ability to do all of your records in-house, which saves the patient from having to make additional appointments at outside laboratories. However, if you would need a custom shade our Highly qualified laboratory is located just minutes from our office.
Digital imaging enhances your experience.
Digital imaging helps you better understand your treatment options and helps the doctor plan the best possible treatment available to you. With X-rays captured digitally, it results in up to 70 percent less radiation compared to traditional X-rays. You can view your dental needs and discuss with our doctors.
Sterilization
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us; therefore, we always sterilize our instruments between every patient and use single-use/disposable items whenever possible.
Massage Chairs
Your comfort is our # 1 concern. Our chairs offer a gentle massage you during treatment.
View
While you are having treatment, you can enjoy the view of the treetops and sky. Creating a restful experience.