General Dentistry
General Dental Care For A Happier Smile
Build Your Foundation For Lifelong Oral Health
General dentistry helps preserve your natural teeth and maintain your oral health for a fresh smile that lasts. Your oral health is intimately tied to your overall health, so good foundational dental care is essential for far more than simple aesthetics. Successful preventative care involves both good at-home oral hygiene habits and regular dental visits.
At Ferris Family Dentistry, we offer a full range of general dentistry treatments. From professional cleanings to sleep apnea and snoring therapy, our friendly team can do it all. Call our office today for comprehensive dental care and a lifetime of happy, healthy smiles for you and your family!
Why Prevention Is the Best Cure
The purpose of preventative care through regular dental visits is to thoroughly examine your oral tissues and mouth for any signs of developing issues such as gum disease, tooth decay, or oral cancer.
If we can detect these dental issues before they worsen, we can save you a whole lot of time, money, and discomfort in the long run. By regularly visiting Dr. Williams and our friendly, experienced team, you can keep your smile healthy and happy for a lifetime.
Our General Dentistry Treatments
- Dental Cleanings and Check-Ups
- Dental Fillings
- Periodontal Or Gum Disease Treatment
- TMJ and Bruxism Treatment
- Sleep Apnea and Snore Therapy
- Customized Mouth Guards
- Laser Dentistry
Dental Check-Ups & Cleanings
Professional cleanings and check-ups are crucial for maintaining your oral health. Our dentists have specialized tools, knowledge, and techniques to reach places you aren’t able to reach at home. Combining professional cleanings with proper at-home oral care is the key to keeping your mouth healthy, fresh, and free from decay.
Dental Fillings & Laser Dentistry
If we do discover decay or cavities in one of your regular visits, our team will be able to ensure it is cleaned up and restored immediately. Tackling a cavity early is important to ensure it does not cause irreversible damage.
We use the state-of-the-art Fotona LightWalker® laser for fillings and root canals. Not only does the Fotona laser make dental procedures faster and more precise, but it also eliminates the most common factors that cause dental anxiety – injections, the vibration and sound of a dental drill, pressure, and heat. It’s also virtually pain-free!
TMJ & Bruxism Treatment
TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, which is located on either side of your face in your jaw. TMJ is often used interchangeably with TMD, which stands for temporomandibular joint disorder. If you have TMD (or TMJ), you may have a misalignment of your jaw that causes pain in your temporomandibular joint. This can lead to other symptoms like headaches, facial pain, neck pain, etc.
Bruxism is a term for jaw clenching and teeth grinding; is a type of temporomandibular joint disorder. This habit can cause you to subconsciously clench or grind your teeth during the day and night. Teeth grinding can correlate with other conditions like snoring, TMJ, anxiety, and stress.
Treatment for Sleep Apnea Disorder
Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder that occurs when your breathing is interrupted during your sleep. People with untreated sleep apnea can stop breathing several times throughout the night, and because of this, their bodies and brains may not get enough oxygen. Sleep apnea can increase the risk of health problems if not treated accordingly.
Ferris Family Dentistry offers “Silent Nite” and “TAP 3 TL” which are devices made in a lab to aid in opening the airway and reducing snoring when worn on the lower jaw. We also provide laser snore therapy with our Fotona LightWalker laser.
Dr. Williams, our trusted family dentist in Ferris, TX, can curate a personalized sleep apnea treatment plan to help you overcome your symptoms and help you get the deep rest you deserve.
Gum Disease (Or Periodontitis) Treatment
If you are suffering from gum disease or symptoms like bleeding or inflamed gums, then it is vital to seek treatment as soon as possible to prevent it from spreading. Periodontal treatment aims to clean the pockets around your teeth and prevent further damage to the surrounding bone. If you adopt a daily routine of good oral healthcare, manage health conditions that may impact dental health, and stop tobacco use, you have the best chance for a successful treatment.
The severity of the condition will determine your gum disease treatment plan. There are many options available, from deep cleaning to surgery. It doesn’t matter what treatment you receive, it is important to take good care of your teeth afterward. This will ensure that your gums stay healthy.
During a deep cleaning, we will use:
- Scaling to remove tartar from both above and below the gum line.
- Root planing to remove the rough areas on the roots of your teeth. This also removes bacteria that cause periodontitis.
Our Mouthguard Options
Night Guards
If you suffer from TMJ/TMD or Bruxism, Dr. Williams will likely recommend a night guard. Night guards protect your teeth from the clenching of your jaw and the grinding of your teeth as you sleep. A night guard imposes a barrier between your lower and upper teeth to stop them from grinding against each other and causing oral problems in the future. Letting Bruxism go untreated in the long term can result in the need for expensive restorative treatments like porcelain crowns and veneers. If you think you may be clenching or grinding your teeth, call us today so we can keep your teeth protected with proper treatment.
Sports Guards
Like night guards, sports guards are intended to protect your teeth. The need for a sports guard differs from a night guard, of course, as they are used to protect your teeth from injury and damage while you participate in sports. Sports guards are generally worn by athletes in most contact sports. Sports guards not only protect your oral cavity but can actually also help prevent a concussion.
Keep Your Smile in Tip-Top Shape
To learn more about our general dentistry services in Ferris, TX, and how our family dentist can help you maintain a healthy, functioning smile, 972-544-2123 today!
We look forward to meeting you and starting your smile journey together!
Ferris Family Dentistry proudly serves the residents of Red Oak, Palmer, Corsicana, Ennis, Bristol, Waxahachie, Ovilla, Wilmer, and Lancaster.