General Dentistry

Many people experience a cavity in their lifetime. Over time, when bacteria sit on the tooth, it creates a hole in the enamel of the tooth, which can further destroy the tooth if not addressed.

At Peters Creek Dentistry, we offer tooth-colored composite fillings, an alternative to silver fillings, made of plastic that fill the cavity and make your tooth look like new, preventing further damage or infection. This quick and painless procedure will fix the appearance of your tooth and allow you to eat as normal within a few hours.

Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of your back teeth, which are more commonly affected by cavities than the front teeth. Peters Creek Dentistry provides sealants to our patients to help protect the grooves and fissures in your back teeth from becoming infected with bacteria and causing tooth decay. By intercepting food and preventing it from staining the teeth, they’re also an excellent way of preventing tooth staining caused by drinks such as red wine and coffee.

Most sealants are applied when a patient is young, before they reach the age of 13. But they can also be used to protect vulnerable tooth surfaces from cavities in adults, as a second line of defense in certain cases. The best time to get sealants is when a tooth has a deep cavity, but you can also get sealants if you have small chips or cracks in your teeth.

Gum disease is a serious condition and, unfortunately, a common problem that can lead to bad oral hygiene, tooth loss, and other health problems. Gum disease is a result of tartar, plaque, and bacteria that is not removed from the teeth.

If you notice swelling or bleeding gums, especially when you brush or floss, this is a sign of gum disease. The good news is that frequent visits to our office and non-surgical treatment are an effective way to help prevent and treat gum disease before it worsens, while also improving the health of your gums.