FAQ

The following FAQ’s contain information that may be helpful in answering some frequently asked dental questions. If our FAQ page does not address a specific question or concern, please feel free to contact our office and one of our experienced staff members will be happy to assist you!

• Routine Dental Care
• Aesthetic Reconstruction
• Bleaching
• Nitrous Oxide

Routine Dental Care

Keeping your teeth healthy is our #1 priority. Faigen and Barredo Family Dentistry feels privileged having two experienced dental hygienists on staff. Registered Dental Hygienists Lisa and Marina have been with our practice for many years. Each of these licensed dental professionals possess their own unique style. In addition to routine cleanings, we offer periodontal treatment including deep scaling with anesthesia and/or nitrous oxide for patient comfort. These two hygienists offer a caring, gental touch, making sure that each individual patient is educated about the status of their oral health.

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Aesthetic Reconstruction

Our dentists have advanced training in Cosmetic Dentistry, making sure that you have the smile enhancement you’ve been dreaming of. In some cases, it is necessary to have a Periodontist or “gum specialist” evaluate and treat the tissue around the tooth or teeth. We are fortunate to have Dr. Goldman on staff here at our office. If periodontal treatment is indicated, our staff will schedule and coordinate all necessary visits. Periodontal treatment provides easier access to the area of tooth structure that our dentists will be preparing. They are then able to construct the best fitting crown, veneer or bridge for you, one that will last for many years, providing you with peace of mind. Here are some examples of aesthetic reconstruction:

• CROOKED TEETH - Without orthodontics, Doctors Faigen and Barredo can correct crooked teeth by filling in spaces with Lumineers, giving the appearance of straight, perfectly-aligned teeth.
• DISCOLORATION – Veneers or Lumineers can cover stained, discolored teeth or be applied to whiten and brighten the entire smile.
• WORN TEETH - By bonding a longer veneer to the original tooth, a more uniform length can be achieved. This gives our patient a more youthful and healthier looking smile.
• CHIPPED TEETH OR TEETH WITH SPACES - Veneers can cover chipped teeth and close spaces.

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Bleaching

Teeth can enjoy a dramatic shade improvement in a matter of days through use of a simple at-home bleaching system. Custom made trays ensure a completely safe color enhancement, which has been proven safe by dental research to date.

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Nitrous Oxide

For your comfort we offer nitrous oxide sedation during dental procedures if desired. Also known as "laughing gas", nitrous oxide is administered by a mask worn by the patient. Nitrous oxide enables the patient to relax, and helps reduce anxiety for those less tolerant of dental treatment.

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