General Dentistry
Comprehensive General Dentistry
Norwich Aesthetic Dentistry offers comprehensive dental care. We’re committed to providing patient-centered care every day using the latest dental technology. Instead of leaving our office with a referral, we can meet your general, cosmetic, and implant needs in our own state-of-the-art practice.
To enjoy optimal oral health, everyone in your family should see Dr. Yates twice a year for cleanings and exams. Regular visits are important because they enable us to diagnose and treat common oral health problems early, when we can provide more conservative care. During your appointment, we will thoroughly assess your health and make treatment recommendations based on what we find. We’re happy to serve patients of all ages.
Preventive Dental Care
Preventive dental care is important throughout your life, no matter your age. By practicing good oral hygiene at home and scheduling regular checkups with your dentist, you can help keep your smile bright and healthy for many years to come.
Here are a few simple ways that you can prevent the build-up of plaque and cavities:
- Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush. Use fluoride toothpaste to remove food particles and plaque from the tooth surfaces. Also, be sure to brush the top surface of your tongue; this will remove any extra plaque-causing food particles, and help keep your breath fresh!
- Clean between your teeth by flossing at least once a day. You can also use a mouthwash to help kill bacteria and freshen your breath. Decay-causing bacteria can linger between teeth where toothbrush bristles can’t reach. Floss and mouthwash will help remove plaque and food particles from between the teeth and under the gum line.
- Eat a balanced diet, and try to avoid extra-sugary treats. Nutritious foods such as raw vegetables, plain yogurt, cheese, or fruit can help keep your smile healthy.
- Remember to schedule regular checkups with your dentist every six months for a professional teeth cleaning.
- Ask your dentist about dental sealants, protective plastic coatings that can be applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth where decay often starts.
- If you play sports, be sure to ask us about special mouthguards designed to protect your smile.
If it’s been six months since your last dental checkup, then it’s time to contact our practice and schedule your next appointment!
Services
CEREC (Crowns & Veneers Same Day)
CEREC® is a new state-of-the-art method of reconstructing tooth restorations. CEREC® uses computer-assisted design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) to offer single-day restorations for patients. This new technology has revolutionized ceramic restorations such as crowns and veneers…
White Fillings
One of the leading advantages of composites is that, with a good color match, it’s almost impossible to see that the tooth had to be restored. And because these fillings bond directly to the enamel, they’re strong and resist wear, usually lasting more than five years…
Crowns, Bridges & Veneers
A crown completely covers a tooth above the gum line. This is in contrast to a dental veneer, which only covers a tooth’s front surface and needs natural tooth structure to support it. Therefore, if a tooth is missing a significant amount of structure above the gum line, a crown would be the restoration of choice…
Dentures
You can lose your teeth for a variety of reasons. You might knock out a tooth while playing sports. Or you may require several teeth pulled due to dental disease….
Endodontics (Root Canals)
Dr. Yates takes the procedure seriously, so you can count on us to perform the treatment only after we’ve exhausted other options. As part of our root canal prevention…
Implants (Surgery & Restoration)
Dental implants are tiny titanium posts that are placed into the jaw where teeth are missing. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. In addition, implants can help preserve facial structure…
Oral Care
Good oral care is crucial to helping you avoid cavities, decay, and gum disease. But oral hygiene is important for other reasons as well. Your teeth help you speak and eat, and damage to your teeth can affect these daily tasks. In addition, poor oral health is connected to other health problems such as….
Invisalign
Dr. Yates is excellently trained and experienced with Invisalign® treatments. He will perform precise calibrations of your mouth and teeth to ensure that the clear brace aligners are fitted comfortably…
Oral Surgery (Extractions)
At Norwich Aesthetic Dentistry, we strongly believe in tooth removal prevention. We gladly perform cleanings, provide fillings, and recommend lifestyle changes to keep your teeth in great shape…
Orthodontics (Braces)
A vast majority of the United States’ population experiences braces at some point during their lives. With advancements in technology, braces have become less of a burden and less of an embarrassment that adults may have to deal with. With the implementation of….
Tooth Whitening
Only a dental professional can offer the strongest whitening agents as those used by Norwich Aesthetic Dentistry. Receiving services in a dental office will also ensure that these highly effective whitening agents do not harm your gums or other…
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a condition that causes people to repeatedly stop breathing while asleep. Individuals with sleep apnea may gasp for air while sleeping, snore loudly, have trouble staying asleep, and suffer side effects of…
~ Dr. Edward C. Yates ~
Norwich Aesthetic Dentistry
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