Archive for September, 2009

Saving Teeth in Riverside

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

Root Canals in Riverside When a tooth is threatened by severe decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, a skilled Riverside dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is often the only way to save the tooth.

Greenway Dental Excellence: 951.786.0600

During a root canal procedure (or endodontic treatment) the soft tissue in the root of the tooth is removed. This tissue contains veins, arteries and lymph vessels. Once the roots are cleaned out and widened, they are filled with a special rubber material. The root canal is only the first step in the complete tooth restoration. After the root canal, without a crown, the tooth will become dry and brittle. The final steps are the core build up and crown.

At Greenway Dental Excellence, we fabricate strong, natural-looking crowns that blend perfectly with the surrounding teeth. With proper oral hygiene and regular visits to Greenway Dental Excellence, a tooth with a filled root can often function problem-free for the rest of a patient’s life.

I am Doctor Kurt Greenway DDS of Greenway Dental Excellence. I have been practicing dentistry since 1961. During that time I have seen hundreds of teeth saved by this effective dental procedure. Root canal therapy at Greenway Dental Excellence in Riverside has a very high success rate.

Because teeth with infected pulp tissue often cause no symptoms, it is important to have regular dental examinations. I can determine which (if any) teeth have infected roots. If the infection in the soft pulp tissue is left untreated, it can progress to a point where the tooth cannot be saved. Is it time for a thorough dental exam? Call our office at 951.786.0600.

Call Greenway Dental Excellence immediately if one of your teeth is screaming for attention!

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Aesthetic Dental Transformations in Riverside

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

Aesthetic Dental Transformations in Riverside Many Riverside professionals, students and retirees are enjoying the lasting benefits of aesthetic dentistry. A beautiful smile not only looks great, it makes you feel great! When you first look in the mirror in the morning while brushing those gleaming babies, you remember; oh yeah, I fixed my teeth and they look fantastic!

When you smile at old friends or make new ones, you are happy to show off your new movie-star grin. When you are in a professional setting speaking with colleagues or clients, you feel poised and super confident.

We have talked about different cosmetic and restorative dental procedures available in Los Angles in previous blog articles, but let’s review the most common.

Veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that adhere to teeth. Porcelain veneers are strong and have the translucency of natural teeth. They correct chips, stains and misaligned teeth that do not require orthodontia. There are several companies that fabricate veneers. One of the most well-known brand names is Lumineers.

Crowns correct more extensive tooth problems. They are used in a variety of situations such as the final restoration following a root canal or to restore teeth damaged by decay, injury or periodontal disease.

Dental implants are one of the best fixes for a missing tooth. They are becoming a popular and effective alternative to bridges and partial dentures in Lake Elsinore, Upland and surrounding areas, especially among middle-aged professionals and people in the public eye.

Bridges are another strong, natural looking replacement for one or more missing teeth. They have been used with success for many years.

Professional tooth whitening in your Riverside dentist’s office is the least invasive and quickest way to brighten your smile several shades. One of the most popular systems is called Zoom!.

If you are interested in any of these safe and effective procedures, schedule a consultation at Greenway Dental Excellence today. Even if you are still a bit hesitant, remember: discussing your options with a cosmetic dentist does not require a commitment of any kind. It is merely a relaxed way to get the most reliable information.

We are waiting for your call. Greenway Dental Excellence can be reached at 951.786.0600.

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Protecting Your Riverside Athlete’s Teeth

Friday, September 18th, 2009

Protecting Your Riverside Athlete's Teeth Do you have a son or daughter that plays Riverside youth sports? Soccer, baseball, football, basketball and gymnastics can be very dangerous to your child’s teeth. Football is a violent contact sport, yet there is a relatively low rate of tooth injuries that occur in football as compared to other contact sports. Why? Football players are required to wear a mouth guard and a helmet.

Inexpensive athletic dental mouth guards are worth their weight in gold!

If your child participates in a contact sport in Riverside California and does not currently wear a tooth protection device, you may want to purchase an appropriately-sized mouth guard. They are available at most Lake Elsinore and Upland athletic supply stores.

At Greenway Dental Excellence in Riverside California, we care about your child’s health and safety. To discuss your child’s dental condition or to learn more about sports-related tooth injury prevention, call us at 951.786.0600. We have been keeping Los Angles smiles healthy since 1961. Our child-friendly staff pampers our youngest Lake Elsinore dental patients. Let us show you why we are not an ordinary Riverside dental practice.

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Children

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

Children’s Dental in Riverside For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised Los Angles parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday.

The AAP now advises Upland and Fountain Valley parents to take their toddler to a California dentist before their first birthday, or about six months after their first tooth appears.

Why? Prevention, prevention, prevention! Sadly, Lake Elsinore dentists find advanced tooth decay in very young children.

High-risk children should be seen as early as possible. Following are some of the risk factors:

  • Sleeping with a bottle
  • Drinking juice continually during the day
  • Abnormal tooth development
  • Thumb sucking
  • Tooth grinding
  • A mother with significant tooth decay
  • Other health problems

To talk to us about pediatric dentistry, call 951.786.0600. Children love Doctor Kurt Greenway at Greenway Dental Excellence. We also pamper busy Riverside parents who come to Greenway Dental Excellence for general and cosmetic dentistry. If you are between the ages of 25 and 85, we would love to provide you with the most advanced dental care in Riverside.

Greenway Dental Excellence
3679 Arlington Ave
Riverside , California 92506
www.riversidedds.com
951.786.0600
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Creating Memorable Smiles at Greenway Dental Excellence

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009

Creating Memorable Smiles at Greenway Dental Excellence A smile takes but a moment, but the memory of it lasts forever. You can make your smile memorable and beautiful with a smile makeover at Greenway Dental Excellence in Riverside.

Cosmetic dentistry is a broad term that specifies dentistry with an emphasis on esthetics. Lake Elsinore and Upland cosmetic dentists perform general dental procedures in addition to providing advanced cosmetic dental treatments. Riverside cosmetic dentists have specialized training in the latest cosmetic dental procedures and techniques.

Greenway Dental Excellence cosmetic dentists in Riverside are knowledgeable about the processes used to fabricate crowns, veneers, inlays, onlays, braces and dental implants. Advances in ceramic and composite materials have boosted the popularity of Riverside cosmetic dentistry but these miracle materials are worthless without a skilled cosmetic dentist to incorporate them into a healthy and beautiful smile.

When designing a dental treatment plan for a Riverside patient, the client’s goals and expectations are discussed. The most skillful cosmetic dentists consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of the teeth. The California cosmetic dental client’s age, health condition and lifestyle also influence the plan.

If you want to learn about the possibilities for your smile, call Greenway Dental Excellence at 951.786.0600. We have created memorable smiles for many of your friends and neighbors in the Riverside, Upland, and Lake Elsinore area.

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