At the office of Dr. Edward Feins, we provide comprehensive family dental care to all patients, young and old. Our services include routine preventive care, cosmetic dentistry, endodontic therapy (root canal treatment), implant dentistry, laser dentistry, periodontal therapy (treatment of gum disease) and oral surgery. We focus on using the latest technology, such as laser dentistry, to provide our patients with the most conservative, minimally invasive, and painless treatment possible. Some of the services that make Dr. Fein’s office unique are:

Laser Dentistry

Waterlase Dental Laser - Since the Waterlase laser does not transmit heat or vibration, laser procedures on your teeth do not require anesthesia in most cases. The Waterlase technology utilizes a unique blend of laser energy and water to perform dental procedures without the use of a drill. The Waterlase laser generally requires no anesthesia, so you don't have the accompanying numbness. It’s also popular because more cavities can be treated in one visit, which is very convenient for patients. The Waterlase laser can also be used for: root canal procedures, bone procedures such as crown lengthening, reshaping “gummy” smiles, and general soft tissue procedures.

Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry

Our cosmetic dental services can dramatically and safely change the way the world looks at you. Our staff is available to provide and discuss any information concerning cosmetic dentistry and what we can do for you. Our cosmetic dental services include:

• Tooth-Colored Fillings - Tooth-colored fillings can preserve the natural look of your smile. They match the tooth perfectly, and are minimally invasive; meaning less tooth structure is removed.
• Porcelain Veneers - For crooked, discolored, or unevenly worn teeth, the addition of porcelain veneers may be sufficient to give your teeth a bright, uniform look in just a couple of weeks without going through orthodontic treatment.
• Porcelain Inlays and Onlays - A Porcelain inlay or onlay is a custom-made piece of porcelain that fits in (inlay) or fits on (onlay) your tooth. Inlays and Onlays replace missing tooth structure when a tooth will not hold a filling and a crown is not necessary.
• Porcelain Crowns - A crown is a covering to replace the top part of your tooth above the gum line. Crowns are necessary most times when teeth have had root canal therapy.Crowns are also needed when teeth are broken down due to decay, fracture or they just need to look better.
• Tooth Whitening - We offer the most advanced technology available called Zoom! The process takes about an hour and the results are dramatic--up to eight shades whiter. If you’re looking for immediate results then Zoom! is perfect. You can go on with your day right away with a whiter, brighter smile! We also offer bleaching trays allowing you to whiten or maintain your smile at home.

Invisalign Orthodontics

Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten your teeth without wearing conventional metal braces. Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable custom-made aligners to move your teeth. Because you remove your aligners before you eat and drink, there are no food restrictions or problems with flossing or brushing. This technology is also more comfortable, avoiding the mouth abrasions that can be caused by the metal and wires of conventional braces. And this technology is also more convenient, since you are likely to spend less time in our office getting adjustments. Check out their website at www.invisalign.com.

Implant Dentistry

An Implant is a titanium screw placed in the jaw. Few advances in Dentistry have been as great as Dental Implants. Briefly stated, Dental Implants replace single missing teeth or anchor multiple teeth together like a bridge or a denture. Dentures are necessary whenever all the teeth are missing in either upper or lower jaw. Dental implants are the next best alternative to your natural teeth. Dental implants are permanent, strong, natural feeling and are beautiful. Patients with dental implants are able to eat, smile and laugh without the embarrassment their dentures might slip or click. Whether you are a candidate for implants is evaluated on an individual basis. If you are missing teeth, we can explain all tooth replacement options with you.

Preventive Care

At the office of Dr. Edward Feins, our dental hygienists are qualified, experienced professionals who will take their time listening to your concerns as well as educating you on the importance of preventive care. Prevention begins with the control of plaque and calculus (mineralized plaque), which are the main causes of tooth decay and periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is known as the silent killer of teeth, because most patients feel no symptoms until it's too late. As part of our thorough dental examination we first review your medical history and review any conditions that may affect your oral health. We perform a soft tissue and oral cancer exam, perform a periodontal screening to detect periodontal disease, and examine the teeth for decay. We also take any necessary x-rays. For children’s preventive care we may recommend fluoride to help make the teeth more resistant to decay. We also use dental sealants, which act as a barrier, protecting the teeth against decay-causing bacteria. Dr. Feins uses the following tools to help perform your examination:

• DIAGNOdent Laser - Our office employs the DIAGNOdent Laser to help detect cavities at the earliest stage. The sooner Dr. Feins detects a cavity, the faster he can treat it before it destroys more of your tooth structure. Through his expertise, Dr. Feins strives to provide minimally invasive dentistry, and the DIAGNOdent laser aids him with preventive cavity care.
• Intra-Oral Photography - Education is one of the most effective tools we have against tooth decay. At our dental practice, Dr. Feins often uses the intra-oral camera to help educate patients. The camera takes a digital picture of your mouth, and then transmits the images to a TV monitor. You will be amazed to see your mouth magnified up to 25-times on a television screen. The intra-oral camera will help you understand what a tiny crack or cavity in a tooth can look like and how Dr. Feins can restore it.

Periodontal Treatment

Your gums are the foundation of your teeth, so it’s important you spend ample time brushing after every meal, along with flossing. No matter what dental services you receive, it will mean little if you neglect your periodontal health.

Our office offers several periodontal therapy services so you can keep your gums healthy. These services include:

• Charting and Diagnosis
• Scaling & Root Planing a common procedure used to treat periodontal disease. This procedure is also know as a “deep cleaning” This is a conservative treatment.
• Non-surgical therapy - Arestin is an antibiotic administered locally, directly into the infected pockets between your teeth. Dr. Feins may apply Arestin after scaling and root planing.
• Laser therapy - Dr. Feins uses the Waterlase laser to help sanitize periodontal pockets, removing the harmful bacteria that cause periodontal disease.
• Periodontal surgery - If the pockets do not heal after scaling and root planing, periodontal surgery may be needed to reduce the pocket depth and make teeth easier to keep clean.

Sedation Dentistry

We are aware some patients have a fear of dentistry, and we want to help you cope. Our caring staff will help calm your fears with the assistance of Glen Atlas, MD, a board certified anesthesiologist and professor of anesthesiology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Atlas will administer I.V. sedation, if needed, to maximize your comfort, and will safely monitor you throughout the procedure. Visit his website at www.glenatlasmd.com

T.M.J. Treatment

The FDA has cleared for marketing for the first time, a device that prevents medically diagnosed migraine pain, tension-type headache, and jaw disorders ("TMJ"), without drugs or surgery, through the reduction of trigeminally innervated muscular activity. We offer the NTI appliance and can set up a time to speak with you in more detail regarding how it works and whether or not you are a candidate. You may also visit www.headacheprevention.com.

Sterilization

Our Sterilization Center and state-of-the-art procedures meet the Center for Disease Control guidelines.

• We heat and sterilize all hand pieces and instruments.
• We use gloves, masks, gowns, eye protection and barrier covers.
• We use only ADA-approved disinfectants.
• We use only distilled water during treatment.

Patient Comfort & Technology

Patient service and care is our number one priority. Our staff is available to answer any questions or concerns you may have about any upcoming dental treatment. We strive to pamper you, making you feel cared for and relaxed with amenities such as chairside computers, flat screen monitors, cable television, high-speed Internet access, DVDs and, of course, our trademark Otis Spunkmeyer cookies. Not to mention a hot towel after treatment.