Additional Services
Bonding is a procedure normally used to repair imperfections and minor chips on front teeth. It’s also commonly used to fill in the gaps between teeth. For larger cracks and crooked or misaligned teeth, porcelain veneers or invisalign ( invisible braces) are usually used. When bonding is applied the material used is what dentists use for white or composite fillings. The bonding material can be matched to the color of your teeth and shaped to correct whatever the problem may be. This procedure can usually be completed in one appointment, and anesthesia is rarely needed.
Dental bridges are another option for replacing missing teeth. When someone has one or more missing teeth it can affect their bite, cause surrounding teeth to shift, change their smile, cause symptoms of TMJ and even speech impediments. If this goes on over a period of time the wear and tear on your remaining teeth can cause severe discomfort in the mouth as well as a greater potential for dental decay and bone loss around the area. If these problems persist bacteria will build and can cause health problems throughout the body as a whole. There are many different kinds of bridges available depending on how many teeth need to be replaced and what area of the mouth the missing tooth is located. The dentist working on the patients treatment plan will diagnose which type of bridge will be best for the situation.
Your William Netzley DDS dentist will most likely need to reshape your surrounding teeth in order to fit your bridge. Once that’s done crowns are placed over the reshaped teeth, which will then be connected to the artificial tooth and act as an anchor holding the artificial tooth in place. To replace front teeth a resin-bonded bridge is normally used. This can only be done if the surrounding gums and teeth are strong and healthy without a lot of fillings. A resin-bonded bridge doesn’t require a lot of preparation for the adjacent teeth.
Your dentist at William Netzley DDS can create a dental bridge for you, which will improve your confidence as it transforms your smile.
Crowns are meant to protect the part of the tooth that is seen above the gum line. They are placed there to strengthen the tooth or to enhance its appearance or size. They are also used to secure a bridge or finish a dental implant. There are a quite a few different kinds of crowns available, each serving a specific purpose. Our dentist can advise you on whether or not you will need a crown depending on the type of treatment you are receiving. Often a temporary crown is put in place until the permanent crown is made professionally in a dental lab so there is no worry of tooth being exposed. Crowns are made of different substances such as porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, metal or resin.
The staff at our practice have been specially trained to use our state-of-the-art equipment used in digital x-rays to produce the best quality results.
Images are important in order to determine the unique treatment required to treat our patients specific dental needs. With our digital x-ray system, the radiation dosage is at a significantly lower level than most imaging provided by other methods. We are proudly able to offer systems that fit our patients needs as technology advances.
Our advanced dental imaging provides many advantages, not only for the patient, but for the doctor as well. Allowing not only for the patient to experience having images taken in under a minute, but being exposed to minimum radiation dosage. As for our convenience, the system allows for the doctor to view printed images at high resolution that not only show a complete visualization of the nerves, but also allow images to view the sinuses, teeth, and bones that help better to aid disorders such as TMJ, the placement and planning of implants, and even procedures involving oral surgery or orthodontic treatment.
X Rays
X-rays are important tools that are used in preventative diagnosis to provide information not available during a regular exam. The images obtained from a dental x-ray help the doctor and hygienists to safely detect any abnormalities to help direct an appropriate treatment plan. There are certain problems that may be undetected without the help of dental xrays, such problems include:
- Bone Loss
- Tumors (cancerous and non-cancerous)
- Poor tooth or root positions
- Cysts or abscesses
- Decay between teeth
Please feel free to contact our office at (559) 227-4078 for any questions you may have.
There are very few things that strike at the heart of fear in humans more than the act of tooth extraction. Art and History are full of examples of the terror of this practice.
Hello, I have over forty years of experience removing impacted wisdom teeth. I have removed teeth because of the pain, swelling, due to infections of the teeth and the gums. For eight years, I was the only advertising dentist offering 24 hour dental services. So at one point or another, I have removed teeth every hour of every day! It is however, my goal to save as many teeth as possible.
I’m also one of the first to offer sedation to my patients, who are gripped in the fear of extractions.
So if you need a tooth removed, contact our office at 227-4078 and talk to one of my team members who can help you through this difficult time. Get the care you need without the fear.
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Fluoride is a natural mineral existing in food and water. Fluoride treatments help in the prevention of tooth decay as well as protecting the surface enamel of the teeth. We offers fluoride treatments as part of providing excellent dental care for our patients. The fluoride treatments carried out in our dental office in Fresno contain enough fluoride to make it effective in fighting decay and in strengthening the enamel but not too much to harm the tooth or body in any way.
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Oral Cancer Screening
Early detection is the best way to combat any form of cancer and oral cancer is no different. Diagnosing oral cancer through regular screenings is key to preventing and effectively treating the condition. Our goal is to find oral, neck and head cancers as soon as possible when patients come in with symptoms of bleeding, pain, dysphagia or otalgia. Our dentist can carefully examine the mouth and neck, which usually only takes a few minutes. This short exam is critical to the prevention, treatment and cure of early stage oral cancer.
About 37,000 Americans are diagnosed with oral cancer each year. Only 57% of those will be alive in 5 years. The reason that oral cancer has such a low survival rate is due to it being diagnosed in late stages. It is usually found after it has metastasized. This is not because it is difficult to find but because people are not being checked for it.You are the most important factor in early detection of oral cancer. Although we screen for cancer when you have your teeth cleaned or when you come in for a complete exam, sometimes you will notice changes in between visits which should be evaluated. Signs and Symptoms
Things to look for at home
- Sore that doesn't heal in 2-3 weeks
- Red, white or blue patch
- Lump or thickening in cheek
- Numbness in mouth that didn't used to be there
- Swelling that causes dentures to fit poorly (not to be confused with a denture sore)
These symptoms could be caused by problems which are less serious but should be checked to rule out oral cancer.
Risk Factors
- Alcohol and tobacco use
- Human Papilloma Virus
- Unknown (5%) -- Genetics suspected
Historically, nearly 75% of oral cancer was related to alcohol and tobacco use and was found in the 50+ age group. Recently, Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) has started to change the trend. Younger, non-smokers are the fastest growing group of oral cancer patients. This means that people ages 20 and up are at risk even if they don't smoke.
Oral Cancer Screening
- Check face for assymetry, swelling, discoloration, ulceration
- Palpate lymphatic chains
- Evaluate lips (inside and out)
- Evaluate cheeks (inside and out)
- Evaluate tongue (both sides, and underneath)
- Evaluate floor of mouth
- Evaluate soft palate
- Check tonsils
Root canal therapy or endodontic treatment can often be performed in one or two visits. At our practice, we examine and radiograph the infected tooth. A local anesthetic is administered and after the tooth is profoundly numb a protective sheet is put over the area to isolate saliva from the tooth during the procedure. An opening in the crown or top of the tooth is made in order to clean out the infection found in the pulp chamber and root canals of the lower half of the tooth.
After the space is cleaned the root canals are filled with biocompatible material. A gutta percha is placed with an adhesive cement to ensure complete sealing of the root canal. In most cases, a temporary filling is placed to close the opening.
The patient will eventually have a crown or other restoration placed on the tooth to protect and restore it to full function. If the tooth lacks sufficient structure a post may be put inside for restoration.
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Here at William Netzley DDS we are proud to offer an approach to smoother, more comfortable procedures when conducting root canal therapy. We use rotary endodontic technology to assist with the treatment of a root canal. There are several advantages to using rotary endodontic treatment over traditional root canal therapy, and it all starts with the tools.
Instead of using traditional manual files and stainless-steel instruments to treat a root canal, Rotary endodontics employs electrically-powered instruments to perform treatment on root canals. The hand tool we use is equipped with a tip made of nickel titanium. This material is 5 times more flexible than stainless steel.
Due to the flexibility, the nickel-titanium instrument is able to perform unique movements that allow the tool to insert deeply into a curved root canal without damaging or stretching the passageway. This allows a more reliable procedure to be done in a quicker manner.
Advantages of Rotary Endodontics
- The nickel titanium is capable of cleaning out the root canal more smoothly and consistently.
- Root canal procedures have less chance of complications and are more reliable.
- The tool is much smoother and quieter; this provides the convenience of having the procedure done without the loud grinding that is experienced with manual files.
- The fast treatment time, coupled with instruments that are quieter, creates a more comfortable experience for our patients.
With rotary endodontics, our patients feel more comfortable during root canal procedures. To find out more information, and if rotary endodontics is right for you, contact our office today! Call (559) 227-4078
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Many people are interested in whitening or brightening their smile. It seems like we receive more questions about bleaching than just about any other topic. At our Fresno dental practice we offer different options to meet the needs of our patients.
Custom Teeth Whitening Trays
With this option, impressions are taken and whitening trays are custom made in our on-site dental lab. Our staff verifies the fit of the trays and demonstrates how to load the tray with whitening agent. Custom whitening trays allow the user to whiten their teeth at their own pace. It also gives the user the ability to touch up the whiteness or brightness of their smile before special occasions. Custom whitening trays are a great option for those who are willing to put in the time to wear them.
Permanent Teeth Whitening
With the permanent whitening option, minimal prep veneers are used. In other words, we use thin pieces of porcelain to cover the front side of the teeth. The process may take several appointments but the results are fantastic. With this process, not only can we brighten smiles, but we can also make cosmetic changes if desired.
Crowns are meant to protect the part of the tooth that is seen above the gum line. They are placed there to strengthen the tooth or to enhance its appearance or size. They are also used to secure a bridge or finish a dental implant. There are a quite a few different kinds of crowns available, each serving a specific purpose. Our dentist can advise you on whether or not you will need a crown depending on the type of treatment you are receiving. Often a temporary crown is put in place until the permanent crown is made professionally in a dental lab so there is no worry of tooth being exposed. Crowns are made of different substances such as porcelain, porcelain fused to metal, metal or resin.