General Dentistry in Blacksburg and the New River Valley

Preventive General Dentistry

We provide general dentistry in Blacksburg and the New River Valley areas of VA. General dentistry practice provides regular checkups and teeth cleaning to prevent the development of dental problems. If you remain vigilant and visit regularly, you can enjoy exceptional dental health. Our general dentistry can help you maintain oral hygiene and tooth health, and teach you how to care for your teeth and gums.

Treatment of Dental Problems

In addition to preventive dental care we work to correct any tooth and gum problems you may already have.

• Teeth Cleaning
• Gum Care
• Tooth Extractions
• Tooth Implants
• Dental Crowns
• Composite Fillings
• Bite Appliances
• Digital Xrays

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View a video about general dentistry procedures. Patient Education.

Teeth Cleaning

Teeth cleaning is the removal of tartar and dental plaque from teeth to prevent cavities and gum disease. It is part of a complete program of oral hygiene that includes flossing and brushing daily at home. More about Teeth Cleaning in our Blacksburg office.
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Gum Care

Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Proper gum care includes plaque control through professional cleanings as well as daily brushing and flossing. More about Gum Care in our Blacksburg office.
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Tooth Implants

Tooth implants attach artificial teeth below the gumline using an anchor. The anchor holds the tooth implant in place, allowing excess bone and gum to grow around it. The end result is a strong, secure tooth that is virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth. Because tooth implants require surgery, they are intended only for candidates with sufficient bone and healthy gums. More information about Tooth Implants.
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Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that is placed over a tooth and restores the tooth's shape and size, strength, and appearance. When cemented into place, a dental crown encases the entire visible portion of a tooth. The crown is matched in color to your natural teeth. More about Dental Crowns.
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Composite Fillings

In the past, cavities could only be treated with unsightly metal fillings. Today, modern, composite fillings made of durable resin or porcelain are matched to your tooth color, and can be bonded to your teeth for a stronger, more natural-looking effect. More about Composite Fillings.
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Bite Appliances (NTI)

Excessive clenching, grinding, or poor bite alignment can strain your jaw joints or injure your teeth, causing discomfort and, often, severe pain. Dizziness, ear pain, head and neck pain, chewing difficulties, muscle soreness, and even throat pain may surface as the condition worsens. To correct such problems, we offer a variety of fixed and removable bite appliances, including the NTI appliance. When worn, the NTI prevents teeth from touching one another, ultimately relaxing the jaw muscles and alleviating pain. To learn more about bite appliances, please contact our practice today. More about Bite Appliances.
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State of the Art Technology

The newest technology in radiography are digital x-rays. Digital x-rays reduce the amount of radiation used by 90%. The digital image takes about 10 seconds to appear on the monitor. This larger image can help the patient understand the doctor’s explanations more easily and enables the doctor to zoom in on a specific part of the tooth. Digital x-rays are environmentally friendly also, because no chemicals are needed for development of the image. More about Digital Xrays.
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