The Tooth Spa was created with a vision to heighten the dental health of our patients through comfortable dental care, patient education, and advanced aesthetic dentistry.

	Your first visit
		During your first visit you will receive a comprehensive oral exam and any necessary X-rays. Treatment options will be discussed along with a written estimate and explanation. Treatment will not start until we answer all of your questions. Completion of your first visit includes a cleaning, polish and personalized oral hygiene instructions.
COMFORT - We foster an environment of comfort through special attention personalized to each patients needs. EDUCATION - By providing patients with thorough explanations and information they have a stronger basis to make decisions to meet their dental health goals. TECHNOLOGY - We keep abreast with the newest technologies and advances to provide multiple options to provide the highest standard of aesthetic dentistry	Service The Tooth Spa team diagnoses and provides a wide range of dental services including, but not limited to: Cleanings Cavities and Fillings Whitening with Zoom Straightening with Invisible braces Crowns Veneers Lumineers® by Cerinate® Periodontal Disease and Gum Treatment Root Canal Therapy Extractions Wisdom Teeth Fixed Bridge Implants Dentures Sealants Mouthguard Arestin® Additional services include: State of the art sterilization CPR certified Emergency care Most insurance plans accepted Services offered in English, Spanish, Mandarin and Taiwanese All major credit cards accepted
	Cleanings A healthy smile starts with healthy gums. Cleanings are customized according to each patients needs and generally include gentle vibrating water tip cleanings with polishing and education about your oral health.
	Cavities and Fillings Cavities develop as a result of bacterial infiltration into a tooth’s surface. Today there are multiple options to comfortably and aesthetically restore a tooth’s structure. There are two major types of filling materials used. The more traditional material used is amalgam, a silver colored filing. Alternatively, tooth colored or resin fillings can be customized to match your natural or whitened tooth color! Resin fillings provide a much more aesthetic alternative and are comparable in function to amalgam fillings.
	Whitening with Zoom www.discusdental.com/consumer/ The Zoom!™ In-Office Whitening System is a revolutionary tooth whitening procedure. It's safe, effective and fast, very fast. In just over an hour, our teeth will be dramatically whiter. Zoom!™ Whitening is ideal for anyone looking for immediate results. The convenience of Zoom!™ in comparison to days of wearing trays and gradual whitening makes it the perfect choice for the busy individual. For more information please contact us at (408) 749-9018 to schedule a free consultation.
	Straightening with Invisible braces www.invisalign.com Invisalign® is the invisible new way to straighten teeth without braces. Invisalign® uses a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually straighten teeth, without metal or wires. It's been proven to be effective in both clinical research and in practice nationwide. So whether your teeth are crowded, too far apart, or have shifted since wearing braces, you'll have a new reason to smile. For more information please contact us at (408) 749-9018 to schedule a free consultation.
	Crowns If you want a smile that's your crowning glory, you may need a crown to cover a tooth and restore it to its normal shape and size. A crown can make your tooth stronger and improve its appearance. It can cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn't enough tooth left. It can be used to attach a bridge, protect a weak tooth from breaking or restore one that's already broken. A crown is a good way to cover teeth that are discolored or badly shaped. It's also used to cover a dental implant. There are different types of crowns that can be placed for a more natural look. All porcelain crowns are custom matched to adjacent teeth to maximize your aesthetic appearances. If you have any questions about veneers please feel free to ask.
	Veneers There's no reason to put up with gaps in your teeth or with teeth that are stained, badly shaped or crooked. Today a veneer placed on top of your teeth can correct nature's mistake or the results of an injury and help you have a beautiful smile. Veneers are thin, custom-made shells crafted of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front side of prepared teeth. They're made by a dental technician, usually in a dental lab, working from a model provided by your dentist. Sometimes a veneer might chip or fracture. But for many people the results are more than worth it. If you have any questions about veneers please feel free to ask.
	Periodontal Disease and Gum Treatment Periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that support your teeth. Your gum tissue is not attached to the teeth as high as it may seem. There is a very shallow v-shaped crevice called a sulcus between the tooth and gums. Periodontal diseases attack just below the gum line in the sulcus, where they cause the attachment of the tooth and its supporting tissues to break down. As the tissues are damaged, the sulcus develops into a pocket: generally, the more severe the disease, the greater the depth of the pocket. Periodontal diseases are classified according to the severity of the disease. The two major stages are gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis is a milder and reversible form of periodontal disease that only affects the gums. Gingivitis may lead to more serious, destructive forms of periodontal disease called periodontitis. Some factors increase the risk of developing periodontal disease: Tobacco smoking or chewing • Systemic diseases such as diabetes • Some types of medication such as steroids, some types of anti-epilepsy drugs, cancer therapy drugs, some calcium channel blockers and oral contraceptives • Bridges that no longer fit properly • Crooked teeth • Fillings that have become defective • Pregnancy Several warning signs that can signal a problem: • Gums that bleed easily • Red, swollen, tender gums • Gums that have pulled away from the teeth • Persistent bad breath or bad taste • Permanent teeth that are loose or separating • Any change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite • Any change in the fit of partial dentures It is possible to have periodontal disease and have no warning signs. That is one reason why regular dental checkups and periodontal examinations are very important. Treatment methods depend upon the type of disease and how far the condition has progressed. Regular cleanings combined with deep cleanings and gum therapy with localized Arestin antibiotics may be needed. Proper home care instructions will also be provided as good oral hygiene at home is essential to help keep periodontal disease from becoming more serious or recurring. You don’t have to lose teeth to periodontal disease. Thorough brushing, and cleaning between your teeth, eating a balanced diet, and scheduled regular dental visits allows for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
	Lumineers® by Cerinate® www.lumineers.com LUMINEERS® BY CERINATE® are porcelain veneers that offer a way to a permanently whiter and perfectly aligned smile. Lumineers are “contact lens-thin smile shapers” that can be applied to teeth without any grinding or shaving, transforming teeth into a naturally beautiful smile that looks perfect for each individual. LUMINEERS can even be placed over existing crown or bridgework without having to replace them. Lumineers is the painless, permanent cosmetic solution for stained, chipped, discolored or misaligned teeth. Lumineers can only be made from patented Cerinate porcelain unavailable anywhere other than the Cerinate Smile Design Studio. In just 2-3, you can have a custom-made smile that is clinically proven in some cases to last over 20 years - and it is completely reversible since your natural tooth structure is still intact! Lumineers are applicable in certain cases only so be sure to inquire about your specific smile! Get your perfect smile today!
	Root Canal Therapy Once upon a time, if you had a tooth with a diseased nerve, you'd probably lose that tooth. Today, with a special dental procedure called a root canal therapy you may save that tooth. Inside each tooth is the pulp which provides nutrients and nerves to the tooth, it runs like a thread down through the root. When the pulp is diseased or injured, the pulp tissue dies. If you don't remove it, your tooth gets infected and you could lose it. After the pulp is removed, the root canal is cleaned and sealed off to protect it. Then a crown is placed over the tooth to help make it stronger. Most of the time, a root canal is a relatively simple procedure with little or no discomfort involving one to three visits. Best of all, it can save your tooth and your smile!
	Extractions What should you expect when you are scheduled for a tooth extraction? The area will be numbed to lessen any discomfort. After the extraction, you will be advised of what post extraction regiment to follow, in most cases a small amount of bleeding is normal. Avoid anything that might prevent normal healing. It is usually best not to smoke or rinse your mouth vigorously, or drink through a straw for 24 hours. These activities could dislodge the clot and delay healing. For the first few days, if you must rinse, rinse your mouth gently. For pain or swelling, apply a cold cloth or an ice bag. Ask your dentist about pain medication. You can brush and floss the other teeth as usual. But don't clean the teeth next to the tooth socket. When having an extraction, today's modern procedures and follow up care as recommended are there to provide you the patient great benefit and comfort.
	Wisdom Teeth Wisdom teeth are a valuable asset to the mouth when they are healthy and properly positioned. Often, however, the jaw isn't large enough to accommodate wisdom teeth and they can become impacted (unable to come in or misaligned). Wisdom teeth that grow sideways or emerge only part way from the gum or remain trapped beneath the gum and bone cause irritation to the gums, bone and teeth around them. In addition, due to their location in the back corners of the mouth, inadequate cleaning can also lead to irritation and inflammation of the surrounding tissue. Extraction of wisdom teeth is generally recommended when: • Wisdom teeth only partially erupt. This leaves an opening for bacteria to enter around the tooth and cause an infection. Pain, swelling, jaw stiffness and general illness can result. • There is a chance that poorly aligned wisdom teeth will damage adjacent teeth. • A cyst (fluid-filled sac) forms, destroying surrounding structures such as bone or tooth roots. • Cavities infect the tooth • Severe gum disease is present and can be alleviated by wisdom tooth removal Patients should ask about the health and positioning of their wisdom teeth. A recommendation for removal may be made or patients may be referred to an oral surgeon for further evaluation.
	Fixed Bridge If you're missing one or more teeth, you may notice a difference in chewing and speaking. There are options to help restore your smile. Bridges help maintain the shape of your face, as well as alleviating the stress in your bite by replacing missing teeth. Sometimes called a fixed partial denture, a bridge replaces missing teeth with artificial teeth, looks great, and literally bridges the gap where one or more teeth may have been. The restoration can be made from gold, alloys, porcelain or a combination of these materials and is bonded onto surrounding teeth for support. Unlike a removable bridge, which you can take out and clean, a fixed bridge can only be removed by a dentist A bridges success depends on its foundation. So it's very important to keep your remaining teeth healthy and strong.
	Implants Crowns, conventional bridges, or dentures may not be your only options when replacing missing teeth. For some people, dental implants offer a smile that looks and feels very natural. Surgically placed below the gums over a series of appointments, implants fuse to the jawbone and serve as a foundation for individual replacement teeth, bridges or a denture. Implants offer stability because they fuse to your bone. Integration of the implants into your jaw also helps your replacement teeth feel more natural and some people also find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes. Candidates for dental implants need to have health gums and adequate bone to support the implant. A thorough evaluation will help determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants.
	Dentures There are two main types of dentures: full and removable. Full dentures replace an entire palate of missing teeth with natural looking false teeth mounted on a gum colored base. Removable partial dentures replace a few teeth and usually consist of replacement teeth attached to pink or gum-colored plastic bases, which are connected by metal framework. This framework is supported by remaining teeth and gums. Also available are newer age partials are more natural looking without metal.
	Sealants Dental sealants act as a barrier, protecting the teeth against decay-causing bacteria. The sealants are usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (premolars and molars) in children where decay occurs most often.
	Mouthguard Use a mouthguard during any activity that could result in teeth grinding or a blow to the face or mouth. A properly fitted mouthguard can help prevent broken teeth and injuries to the lips, tongue, face or jaw. It will stay in place while you are wearing it, making it easy for you to talk and breath. Talk to us about having a custom mouthguard made specifically for you. This will fit comfortably and offer the best protection for your smile
	Arestin® Arestin® (minocycline HCl 1mg) microspheres is a treatment for chronic periodontitis, an infection of the gums that can lead to tooth loss. Research has shown periodontitis may be linked to other serious diseases such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and diabetes. Microsphere technology enables extended release of the antibiotic minocycline to effectively kill the germs that cause periodontal disease When used together with scaling and root planing, Arestin significantly reduces the depth of infected pockets and helps prevent disease progression. A combined therapy of Arestin plus scaling and root planing is more effective at fighting periodontal disease than scaling and root planing alone.

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