Dental visits look different for everyone. Some people breeze through cleanings. Others feel their heart rate spike the moment they walk through the door. That’s why Dr. Peterson offers sedation options that help patients stay relaxed, focused, and completely comfortable. If sitting through dental care is challenging, sedation may be the solution.
Achieving a straight, beautiful smile doesn’t always have to mean years in braces or aligners. With Dr. James Peterson’s advanced orthodontic options, you can reach your smile goals in a fraction of the time—with fewer appointments and greater comfort.
You may be surprised to learn that some people only go to the dentist when it’s an emergency. They do not get regular check-ups, cleanings, or X-rays and will wait until the pain is unbearable before seeking treatment. We recommend a much more proactive approach to oral healthcare because staying on top of your dental health has enormous advantages over waiting until it’s urgent. Please keep reading to learn more.
People are turning to cosmetic dentistry more and more because they see the value in an aesthetic smile. We certainly support that goal and are happy to help in any way we can. Cosmetic dental treatments have benefits beyond simply enhancing beauty. In fact, cosmetic dentistry often plays an important role in improving oral health.
It’s common for people to joke about how much they dislike going to the dentist. We don’t take it personally, though, because we know that for many patients, it’s no laughing matter. For these patients, fear, anxiety, and past bad experiences are keeping them from getting needed care. That is why our entire staff makes a concerted effort to create the most welcoming, calming, and positive atmosphere possible for every patient. For those who may need a little extra assistance, we offer sedation. Sedation dentistry helps patients who would otherwise avoid the dentist get essential oral healthcare.
Was one of your New Year’s resolutions to take better care of yourself? Are you currently on a journey to become healthier? Most of the time, when we think about health and wellness, we focus on diet, exercise, and reducing stress. However, we tend to overlook something crucial to overall well-being: oral health. Keep reading to learn more about this important relationship.
Taking care of your oral health is important, not just for your smile, but for your physical and mental well-being too. When a problem arises, like a cavity or a toothache, more often than not, you will need a restorative treatment to repair the damage, relieve the pain, and recover the full function of your smile. Restorative dental treatments are some of the most common procedures Dr. Peterson performs, but they are also some of the most important, because they are truly healing and transformative.
Would you love to have a brighter, whiter smile? We are happy to help patients achieve this with professional teeth whitening. Over the years, this cosmetic dentistry treatment has become extremely popular because it is easy and achieves lasting results. Many companies have taken advantage of the popularity of teeth whitening, and local stores are full of their over-the-counter products. We encourage you to leave those products on the shelves and contact our office to learn more about professional teeth whitening. If you would like to whiten your teeth for the holidays, now is the perfect time to learn more about this popular treatment. Read on to learn more.
If you are looking to straighten your teeth, we are more than happy to help! We are proud to offer our patients Invisalign®, an orthodontic treatment that uses clear aligner trays in place of traditional metal braces. Many patients love this option because of its many benefits. We are excited to announce that we have been awarded the status of Gold Invisalign provider. Read on to learn more about what this means and how it relates to your care.
At James Peterson Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we continually stress the importance of maintaining a proper oral hygiene routine. We see most patients only a few times during the year, and that means they need to be diligent about properly cleaning and caring for their teeth on their own. Many patients assume that preventing tooth decay is the reason we are so passionate about cleaning teeth properly. Aside from decay, there are other harmful conditions you can develop that can seriously affect your oral health now and in the future. Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is one of these issues.
