A first impression is made within 30 seconds, 55% of that impression is made by an analysis of ones smile.

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Tooth Decay

Tooth decay is the destruction of your tooth enamel, the hard, outer layer of your teeth. It can be a problem for children, teens and adults. The best defense to tooth decay is brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, clean between your teeth daily with floss or interdental cleaner, and eating nutritious and balanced meals and limit snacking.

Technology and Comfort

If you dislike visiting the dentist, you’re not alone. Nearly 10% of the population hates going to the dentist. Fortunately, we can make your visit more comfortable (and prevent future problems) with our state-of-the-art tools and variety of patient amenities. That's why Dr. Caputo uses laser technology to perform many of our treatments more efficiently, accurately, and painlessly. We also offer music and movies or if you need something stronger, the WAND and nitrous, to help you get your mind off your visit. We are always happy to make your visit more comfortable with the following technology and amenities.

 

When Dr. Caputo sees a product that has the best and most proven benefits, he studies its use at trusted dental institutions across the country before offering the product to his patients. Once he feels well informed and trained in using the tool, he shares the information with our team. When we recommend new procedures or tools to you, expect to be fully informed about the benefits, as well as all of your options.

Technology

• Laser Dentistry
• DIAGNOdent Laser Cavity Scan
• Digital X-Ray
• Intraoral Camera
• Smile Reminder
• CAESY Patient Education

Comfort

• The Wand Computerized Anesthesia Delivery
• Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
• TVs in Treatment Rooms
• Stereo Headphones and CD Players
• Kids' Room with Video Games and VCR

Painful Pulp

Your teeth contain several layers: the outer protective enamel, a secondary layer of sensitive dentin, and an inner pulp that contains components commonly referred to as the "nerve" of the tooth. Each pulp chamber branches off, forming canals that lead toward the tooth root tip. These infamous root canals provide a means for the tooth to absorb what it needs from the blood and get rid of toxins or other unnecessary materials via the blood stream.

 

A deep cavity, traumatic injury, or tooth fracture can make the canal susceptible to bacterial infection, which can kill the pulp, stimulate increased blood flow, and create pressure within the tooth. This can cause severe tooth pain and may initiate bone degeneration, tooth loss, and even more acute pain. If you see a dentist in the earliest stages of this condition, the tooth may be saved with a root canal. Otherwise, it should be extracted and replaced with a prosthetic.

Easy Does It

Will root canal therapy hurt? Not with today's advanced analgesics and technology. In fact, the entire process can be so comfortable that many patients doze off. Oftentimes, root canal therapy can be completed in a single appointment. We simply clean out the diseased canal, fill it with a biologically-inert substance, seal it from further infection, and you're on your way. While some patients experience post-procedural soreness or slight tissue inflammation, these are controllable with over-the-counter analgesics. Follow-up care involves thorough home hygiene and regular dental visits for cleanings and checkups.