Common Procedures

Dental procedures vary but with the advent of ever increasing cutting edge technology, dental procedures have radically transformed into more efficient longer lasting procedures that will keep your smile healthy and bright.

When looking for a dentist you should check for a dental procedures list they may post on their website to make sure they have a wide variety of services they can offer to you. According to its purpose, each dental procedure can be categorized under various types of general procedures. Each Virginia dentist have been provided with dental licenses to attest their ability to perform such general procedures, whereas more complicated ones require special licenses.

Preventive procedures

These procedures focus on taking care of your teeth through check- ups, cleaning and monitoring procedures to prevent future tooth damage such as cavities, misaligned teeth and so on. Starting to have these procedures performed by your dentist at an early age will guarantee you a good oral health. Dental insurance plans as well as dental discount plans cover the costs of preventive procedures as they also focus on you keeping your teeth healthy and bright.

Restorative procedures

These procedures treat existing damage to your teeth gums or jaws. For mild damages such as minor cavities, dental fillings are performed to remove the cavities and restore your tooth’s health. For more seriously damaged teeth or infected teeth root canals may need to be performed and your tooth’s strength and health will be restored through the help of a dental crown, dental bridge, dentures or any other procedures your dentist deems necessary.

Dental surgical procedures

Dental surgical procedures involve various types of dental extraction (whether it is severely damaged teeth that can no longer be restored, or wisdom teeth extraction). For more complex dental surgery procedures such as full mouth reconstruction or complex tooth extractions you may need to see an oral surgeon.

Cosmetic dental procedures

Cosmetic dentist services focus on improving the beauty of your smile. They can correct the shape or alignment of your teeth, perform various teeth whitening procedures. Cosmetic dental procedures cost more than preventive or general dentist procedures, and most of the times are not covered by your dental insurance. For more information about these cosmetic dental procedures, click on the “Cosmetic Dentistry” page.