As you get older, your oral health care needs can change over time. Additionally, getting around on your own and making it to your appointments can become more challenging. That’s why your HomeCare Dentists in Orange County, CA, offer mobile services. Whether you are an older adult who needs preventive checkups or live in an assisted living facility and require some restorative dental care, we’re here to help. In our blog today, we’re here to talk about how we can bring restorative treatments into your home.
Extractions For Damaged Teeth
Of course, your dentist will always do their best to keep your natural teeth lasting as long as possible. However, there are some instances where removing the tooth is the best option available for the patient. If you have a severely decayed tooth or a major injury, alternative restorative treatments like fillings and crowns may not be able to repair the damage. To protect your smile from further damage or infection, we may choose to extract the structure instead. We may be able to do the extraction at your home or facility that you live in, after first having a consultation and discussing the procedure and aftercare with your caretakers.
Prosthetic Options For Tooth Replacements
After you have had a tooth removed, you need it replaced as soon as possible to maintain your smile’s appearance and avoid potential complications. We offer prosthetics such as dental bridges, dentures, and implants, depending on your specific needs and oral health. If you need a few teeth in the same row replaced, a dental bridge may be the best option for you. The pontic is fixed in place, so there is no need for removing it, and it will not slip around. It will also blend in with your natural pearly whites, so you can feel confident in your beautiful smile.
Fillings & Crowns For Decay
We also offer common restorative treatments, including dental fillings and crowns. Dental fillings are a minimally invasive treatment used for cavities. We may use composite resin or glass ionomer for this procedure depending on how frequently you experience tooth decay. Glass ionomers release fluoride over time, so this may be a preferred option for patients who experience rapid tooth decay. Crowns may be added after you have had a filling or root canal or after you have experienced damage to the area. The crown protects the area that has been damaged, so no further harm can occur.
Schedule An Appointment With Our Mobile dentist.
All patients deserve the best oral health care possible. If you have an aging loved one who cannot travel to the dentist, get in touch with the HomeCare Dentists in Orange County, CA, today at 800-382-3938.