Experience Comprehensive Dental Care with Roncone Family Dentistry!

 A cavity develops when bacteria attack and break down your tooth enamel, leading to the formation of a hole in the tooth. Smaller cavities are often treated with restorative procedures, such as dental fillings, which restore the tooth’s structure and functionality.

In this process, your dentist will first remove the decayed portion of the tooth. Then, the cavity is filled with a tooth-colored composite material. This not only halts the spread of decay but also helps protect the tooth from further damage, preserving its overall health and reducing the need for more complex treatments in the future.

 Fixed dental restorations enhance both the appearance and function of your smile using permanent dental prosthetics that are securely attached to your mouth. These restorations include services such as crowns, bridges, and implant-retained crowns.

A dental crown is a custom-made, tooth-shaped cap that fits over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength. Crowns serve a variety of purposes, including:

• Repairing damaged teeth: Crowns can restore teeth that are decayed, cracked, or worn down.
• Improving appearance: Crowns can enhance the appearance of a tooth, providing a more natural, uniform look.
• Covering dental implants: Crowns are placed on dental implants, which are artificial roots inserted into the jawbone to replace missing teeth.
• Securing a bridge: Crowns can hold a dental bridge in place, filling gaps created by missing teeth.

With proper care, crowns can last between five and 15 years, providing long-lasting protection and function for your teeth.

Dental implant surgery replaces damaged or missing teeth by using metal posts, shaped like screws, to serve as tooth roots. These posts hold artificial teeth that look and function like real ones. This surgery is especially helpful when dentures or bridges don't fit well, or when there aren't enough natural tooth roots to support these alternatives.

The type of implant used and the condition of the jawbone determine how the surgery is performed. The procedure may involve multiple steps. One of the key advantages of dental implants is their ability to provide strong support for new teeth, as the bone heals tightly around the implant.

 Removable dentistry, also known as removable prosthodontics, is a branch of dentistry that deals with the design, construction, and fitting of removable dental appliances. These appliances, which can be taken out and put back into the mouth by the patient, are used to replace missing teeth, support natural teeth, or improve the function and appearance of the mouth. Examples of removable dental appliances include dentures, partial dentures, and removable orthodontic appliances. Replacing missing teeth is an important aspect of dentistry to avoid areas of food impaction which may cause bone loss and cavities and to avoid shifting/ moving of teeth. 

Cosmetic dentistry is a specialized field focused on enhancing the aesthetic appearance of your teeth. This includes a range of treatments such as teeth whitening, custom-made dental veneers (thin porcelain shells designed to cover the front of your teeth, concealing stains, chips, and cracks), and dental bonding (where a tooth-colored resin is applied to reshape and improve the color of your teeth). While cosmetic dentistry primarily targets the visual appeal of your smile, it is essential that treatments are performed after your oral health is stable—free from cavities, lesions, or infections. 

At our practice, we also offer personalized shading and staining consultations with local laboratories, where you can work directly with a lab technician to ensure that any single front tooth crown seamlessly matches your natural teeth, enhancing the harmony of your smile.

A root canal treatment is a highly effective dental procedure designed to remove inflamed or infected pulp from inside the tooth. After the pulp is carefully removed, the area is thoroughly cleaned, disinfected, filled, and sealed to restore the tooth's health. This treatment aims to eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal, prevent future reinfection, and preserve your natural tooth. Following a root canal, a crown is recommended to prevent the tooth from fracturing.

Today’s root canal procedures are far from the outdated perceptions of the past! They are similar to routine fillings and are typically completed in one or two appointments, depending on the tooth’s condition and your specific needs. Root canal treatment is relatively painless, and with its high success rate, you’ll be back to enjoying your daily activities—smiling, biting, and chewing—without discomfort.

Oral surgery includes a wide range of procedures, and when a case falls outside our scope of practice, we are happy to refer you to trusted specialists. However, within our practice, we offer several surgical services designed to address specific dental needs, such as:

• Tooth Extractions: This procedure involves the complete removal of a tooth from its socket, commonly referred to as "pulling" a tooth. We perform extractions when a tooth is severely damaged or poses a risk to your oral health.
• Incision & Drainage: This procedure is used to treat aggressive infections, such as abscesses or swelling caused by infected teeth. It helps alleviate discomfort by draining pus or fluid, promoting faster healing and reducing infection risk.
• Alveolar Osteitis Relief: Also known as "dry socket," alveolar osteitis occurs when the blood clot in the extraction site becomes dislodged or doesn't fully form. We use a combination of techniques to relieve pain, encourage healing, and minimize the risk of infection.
• Bone Grafts: A dental bone graft involves adding bone material to areas of the jaw that have lost density, often following extractions. This procedure helps restore the structure and function of the jaw, making it possible to plan for future restorations, such as implants.

These surgical services are performed with precision and care to ensure your comfort and support your long-term oral health.

 At our practice, we prioritize fostering strong, professional relationships with a trusted network of local specialists, which enables us to offer our patients the highest level of care. These partnerships ensure that when specialized treatment is necessary, we can confidently refer our patients to experts who are equipped to provide the best possible outcomes. 

Our network includes head and neck specialists for the management of soft tissue abnormalities, endodontists for intricate root canal procedures, oral surgeons for complex surgeries beyond our scope, periodontists dedicated to maintaining your gum health, and TMJ specialists for targeted care of jaw joint issues. By working closely with these professionals, we ensure a seamless, coordinated approach to your treatment, providing comprehensive care tailored to your unique needs.