Services:
Southpointe Dental is a full spectrum general dental practice for the entire family. We serve adults, children, people with special needs as well as the mobility-challenged. The following are some of the more common procedures we offer.
Cosmetic bonding is a process in which a composite resin is layered upon the teeth and then sculpted to the desired shape. The material used in bonding is a liquid acrylic, in which glass micro-beads are suspended. This gives the composite great strength and wear- resistance..... read more
Bridges are positioned to replace missing teeth. Not only do they fill the unsightly spaces left by lost teeth, but they also help support the teeth adjacent to, and directly opposite, the missing teeth. When a tooth is lost, the adjacent teeth may shift position...... read more
Crowns are used when simply filling a tooth would leave it weak and vulnerable to cracking, or when making cosmetic improvements to the teeth is the goal. A crown is placed over a tooth, replacing most of its enamel. It surrounds the tooth, giving it strength and providing..... read more
In the past, teeth were most commonly repaired with amalgam (silver) fillings or gold restorations. Thanks to advances in modern dental materials and techniques, teeth can be restored with a more aesthetic and natural appearance. There are different types of cosmetic fillings..... read more
Periodontal (gum) disease affects three out of four adults at some time in their lives. It doesn't necessarily hurt and you may not even be aware that you have it until an advanced stage. Many people do not realize that periodontal (gum) disease is the major cause..... read more
Dental Implants are artificial tooth roots. Holes are made into the jaw bones and the artificial roots are placed and covered over. The implants then heal and integrate with the jaw. After healing an artificial top (crown) is placed into the implant and crowns, bridges....... read more
Inlays and onlays are used to replace your failing silver fillings. These restorations are usually made from composite resin material or porcelain, Once placed, they are virtually undetectable in the mouth, and they conserve much of your natural tooth structure...... read more
If you've ever experienced the misery of a migraine, then you understand why some people will try just about anything that promises relief. Many migraine patients clench their teeth during sleep. The clenching may trigger migraines.The solution is the Nociceptive..... read more
Orthodontics is a special field of dentistry which involves the prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities (i.e., anything which prevents you from enjoying a healty and attractive smile). Orthodontics will straighten your teeth by gradually moving the jaws and teeth..... read more
Root canal treatment can help save your damaged tooth. When the pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth that contains nerves and blood and lymph vessels) is diseased or injured and unable to repair itself, the pulp dies. The most common cause of pulp death is a fractured..... read more
People who suffer from symptoms such as headaches, earaches, tenderness of the jaw muscles, or dull, aching facial pain may suffer from TMD-temporomandibular joint disorders. The muscles and joints may not function properly, resulting in cycles of pain..... read more
Veneers are ultra-thin sculpted pieces of tooth-shaped porcelain that fit over the front of your teeth. They are wonderful for fixing teeth that are significantly discolored, chipped, pitted, malformed, or crooked, or if you have unwanted spaces. In certain situations, a change in...... read more
If you are not entirely happy with the color of your teeth, your dentist might recommend tooth whitening. Tooth whitening is actually a bleaching process that lightens discolorations of the enamel and dentin. The tooth-whitening process is ideal for patients who have healthy..... read more
