Cosmetic Dentistry Bleaching: We offer 2 different methods of bleaching to suit your individual needs. Our newest, most current technology is the Zoom bleaching system. This is a light activated bleaching system that is quick, safe and effective in bleaching one's teeth in just a single, one hour in office session. The light cleans and bleaches the outer layer of enamel while you rest and watch TV. An alternative method is our take-home bleaching system. This process requires custom trays that are made by the lab to fit over your teeth. The material is placed in the trays for 2-4 hours during the day or at night while you sleep. Bleaching is done for about 10-14 days depending on the amount of staining present on your teeth. Porcelain Laminate Veneers: Do you have old discolored fillings in the front of your mouth that chip or fracture? Are your teeth stained or misaligned? Do you have spaces you are conscious about that prevent you from smiling? Then porcelain laminate veneers might be your answer to that Hollywood smile you have been looking for. Come in for a free consultation with our experienced general dentist for a full evaluation. Our general dentist has done hundred of Porcelain Laminate Veneers to improve and create that attractive, beautiful smile. Porcelain Laminate Veneers are a thin shell of porcelain that is applied to the front surface of the teeth to hide and correct unpleasant teeth. Unlike dull composite white fillings, laminates have a glass like finish and resemble pure enamel. The material is durable, non-porous and strong to prevent chipping, fracturing and staining. Our general dentists have done hundreds of laminates for many patients giving them the smiles they have been looking for. Crowns/Caps: Are your teeth fractured and/or broken down beyond repair? Our office provides several state of the art crown options for your dental needs. We can restore and bring back that lost tooth structure to correct you to proper chewing function and stabilize your bite for years to come. Call us for a free consultation to evaluate and determine the proper crown to fit your special needs. Composite white fillings: Do you have black silver amalgam fillings that are breaking down? Do you have cavities that have not been treated? Our general dentist can remove your unwanted black/silver fillings and place white composite fillings that can resemble the white tooth structure you once had. Call us for a free consultation to see if white fillings are the answer to your dental needs. Root Canals Are you afraid of root canals? Do you have multiple, repeated visits for the same root canal tooth that never seem to end? Most of our root canals are treated and completed in one visit. Our general dentists have been doing single visit root canals for over 10 years. We use current, state of the art materials to allow our dentists to perform fast, safe and convenient one-visit root canals in under one hour. Say goodbye to 3, 4, or 5 visit root canals. Why devote all this extra time to your busy schedule? Orthodontics Does your child have crowding or misaligned teeth? Are there growth discrepancies between teeth and bone size? Have you been neglecting these bite problems on you or your child's teeth? Our in-office orthodontic specialist is trained to pick up problems early, sometimes preventing future need for extraction of adult teeth. He has corrected hundreds of orthodontic problems in both children and adults using current methods of interceptive orthodontics, invisaline and clear braces. With the support of an on-staff periodontist, he has been able to straighten adult teeth safely and effectively without compromising the periodontal bone structure. Pediatric dentistry Do you have children that are afraid of the dentist? Does your toddler or child have cavities that no one can treat or are afraid to touch? Is your child afraid of a male dentist? Come in for a consultation with our female pediatric dentist. She will examine your child's teeth and explain all of your treatment options. In some cases, some patients choose to have treatment done under general anesthesia administered in the safe environment of the hospital operating room by an anesthesiologist. Periodontics Are you afraid of periodontal disease? Are your gums receding? Do you suffer from bad breath? Have you been told you might need gum surgery and you're afraid of going to the dentist? Have you had a bad experience of pain after gum surgery? Our in-staff periodontist has been doing periodontal surgery for over 10 years. His experience of non-aggressive and gentle touch has allowed him to perform treatment with little or no pain associated with gum surgery. With his expertise in current methods of treatment, he has improved periodontal health in many patients. Call for a consultation to be evaluated for the individual care to suit your specific needs. Oral Surgery Implants: Are you missing teeth that has caused other teeth to shift and effect your bite or TMJ? Do you have dentures that are uncomfortable to wear or fall out and cause you to pick and chose what you can eat? Are you eating all the foods that you need for a balanced meal and are you chewing them properly? Dental implants might be your solution to better chewing and function. Our on-staff oral surgeon has placed hundreds of implants safely and effectively for many patients correcting many problems associated with missing teeth, including placing enough implants to eliminate the need of an existing denture. Wisdom teeth: Do you have wisdom teeth that do not have the proper room to erupt? Do they occasionally bother you and cause pain and discomfort? Are they damaging your 2nd molars or causing your teeth to shift? Call us for a consultation with our gentle oral surgeon. He has been extracting wisdom teeth and other severely broken down teeth for many years. Sometimes he even administers sedation anesthesia to allow you to sleep for your comfort. Dental hygienist Have you had a cleaning professionally done by a hygienist? Was it thoroughly performed? Did they feel clean and fresh after they were cleaned? Was your gum condition fully evaluated? Were your teeth examined by a general dentist and evaluated for any problems? Our hygienists have the knowledge and materials to professionally scale and clean your teeth to help you maintain your gums, bone and teeth for years to come. With the help of a full series of x-rays, including a panoramic x-ray, our general dentist will also examine your teeth and bone to make sure no current problems exist. Call us for an appointment. Total Family Dentistry of St. James, P.C. 331 First Ave . St. James, NY 11780 631-584-5523 E-Mail: info@totalfamilydentistry.com