Emergency Dental Services
Do you have a toothache? Broken Tooth? We
reserve time in our schedule each day to treat
Dental Emergencies including Endodontic (Root
Canal) treatment, Tooth Extraction and Dental
Implants. We are your Emergency Dentist of
Choice in the New Hope / Crystal / Plymouth area!
Oral Health Examinations
Bass Lake Dental is a strong advocate of
preventive dentistry and recommends oral health
examinations and cleanings every six months.
Part of our commitment to serving our patients
includes providing them with information that
enables them to make more informed decisions
about their oral health needs and treatment
options. This is facilitated by the use of
intraoral cameras to project images of their oral
cavity on color monitors during the oral health
examination and the discussion of treatment needs
and options. In addition to thorough removal of
dental calculus (tartar) and plaque, the oral health
examination will usually include:
*Examination of all tooth surfaces for decay
*Examination of the condition of
existing restorations (crowns and fillings)
*Examination of diagnostic x-rays
*A complete periodontal examination
*Oral cancer screening
*Tooth polishing
*Specific oral hygiene recommendations and
instructions
*Discussion of treatment needs and options
Preventive Dentistry
Based on the findings of the oral health
examination we will recommend a preventive
program tailored to your specific needs, and
designed to keep your teeth and mouth healthy.
This may include dental sealants, topical fluoride
treatments, dietary fluoride supplements and oral
fluoride rinses.
Periodontic Dentistry
Periodontal disease is an oral inflammatory
disease caused by toxic products produced by
bacteria in dental plaque and calculus in the sulcus
(pocket or space) between the tooth and gums. It
is characterized by inflamed, bleeding gums and,
when these irritants remain in the sulcus, they
damage the gums and eventually the bone that
supports the teeth. Periodontal disease is very
common, and is the number one reason for tooth
loss. Recent research has demonstrated a clear
link between periodontal disease and other serious
conditions such as stroke, cardiovascular disease,
diabetes and bacterial pneumonia. In view of
these findings Bass Lake Dental always includes a
complete periodontal disease assessment with
each regular oral examination. The periodontal
status of our patients can then be monitored over
time and appropriate treatment can be initiated if
necessary. During the periodontal examination the
depth of the pocket between the teeth and gums
(probing depth) is measured and the amount of
bleeding, inflammation and tooth mobility is used to
make a diagnosis into one of the following
categories:
Gingivitis: Earliest stage of periodontal disease
where there is no damage to the gums or
supporting bone. Treated by having regular
cleanings and improving oral hygiene habits.
Periodontitis: A more advanced form of
periodontal disease in which the gums be
come very irritated, inflamed, bleed easily and
begin to recede from the teeth. Slight to moderate
bone loss around teeth may be present. A special
periodontal cleaning called scaling and root planing
(deep cleaning) will be recommended. Bass Lake
Dental uses Cavitron Plus ultrasonic scalers to
ensure a thorough, deep cleaning. In many cases
scaling and root planing can be done using a non-
injectable anesthetic.
Advanced Periodontitis: As periodontitis
progresses to the advanced stage, the teeth loosen
and lose more support as the gums, bone and
periodontal ligament continue to be destroyed.
Generalized moderate to severe bone loss may
be present. In this case, the patient may be
referred to a specialist for periodontal surgery.
Alternatively, Bass Lake Dental is now providing
an alternative to conventional periodontal surgery
known as the Laser Assisted New Attachment
Procedure (LANAP). LANAP is an FDA approved
procedure to treat moderate to severe periodontitis
using the Periolase MVP-7, a pulsed fiberoptic
delivered FR Nd: YAG laser. For additional
information about the LANAP alternative to
conventional periodontal surgery please
visit (LANAP).
Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry
Bass Lake Dental offers a full range of restorative
and cosmetic dental services including crowns,
partial dentures, full dentures, bridges, tooth
colored metal-free fillings, veneers and tooth
whitening.
Porcelain Veneers: Veneers are very thin
pieces of durable, tooth shaped porcelain that
are bonded onto the front teeth to create a
beautiful and attractive smile. Veneers can be
utilized to correct for:
- Crooked or misshapen teeth
- Discolored or stained teeth
- Teeth that are too small or too large
- Unwanted or uneven spaces
- Worn or chipped teeth
Using Cerec CAD/CAM we can now
design, fabricate and bond veneers, in some
cases during a single appointment.
Crowns (Caps): A crown (or cap) is a covering
that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it
to its original shape and size. A crown protects
and strengthens tooth structure that cannot
be restored with fillings or other types of
restorations. Porcelain crowns are the most
popular type of crown and are custom-made to
match the shape, size and color of your teeth,
giving you a natural, long-lasting, beautiful
smile. Reasons for crowns include:
- Broken or fractured teeth
- Cosmetic enhancement
- Decayed teeth
- Teeth with very large or fractured fillings
Cerec CAD/CAM enables us to fabricate and
bond crowns in a single appointment.
Tooth Whitening: Tooth whitening (bleaching) is
a simple, non-invasive dental treatment for
correcting discoloration of natural tooth enamel.
We offer three options for tooth whitening:
- KoR Teeth Whitening (take home trays with in-
- office whitening treatments)
- Custom tray, take home whitening
- Professional Strength Crest Whitestrips
Full and Partial Dentures: A denture is a
removable dental appliance replacement for
missing teeth. Full dentures are used when all
of the teeth are missing, while partial dentures
are used when some teeth remain.
Dental Implant Restoration: Dental implant
restorations can be fabricated using Cerec
CAD/CAM powered by Bluecam technology and
placed in a single appointment.
Endodontic (Root Canal) Therapy
Oral Surgery / Extractions
Invisalign: Invisalign takes a modern approach to
straightening teeth, using a custom-made series of
aligners created for you and only you. These
aligner trays are made of smooth, comfortable and
virtually invisible plastic that you wear over your
teeth. Wearing the aligners will gradually and
gently shift your teeth into place, based on the
exact movements Dr. Ophaug plans out for you.
There are no metal brackets to attach and no wires
to tighten. You just pop in a new set of aligners
approximately every two weeks, until your
treatment is complete. You’ll achieve a great smile
with little interference in your daily life. The best
part about the whole process is that most people
won't even know you're straightening your teeth.
Click to watch an informational video about
Invisalign.
Dental Implants: Many dentists, including Dr.
Ophaug, believe that dental implants are the most
cost-effective and reliable method of replacing
missing teeth for patients of all ages. Because they
are fixed and permanent, dental implants allow you
to talk, chew and smile without worrying about
slipping or clicking dentures. Healthy implants can
last a lifetime, and they can even prevent the bone
loss that commonly occurs after tooth loss.
Dr. Ophaug has received extensive training in
implant dentistry from the world renowned MISCH
International Implant Institute. Dr. Ophaug takes
great pride in placing beautiful, natural-looking
implants.
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Phone: (763) 533-5359
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