Specialist care, centered on you.
Explore our specialty treatments below. If you are unsure where to begin, tell us what brings you in and our team can help arrange the next step.
Care by specialty
Prosthodontist
- TMJ Treatment
- Sleep Apnea Treatment
- Removable Denture
- Full Mouth Reconstruction
Periodontist
- Gum Graft
- Bone Graft
- Osseous Surgery
- LANAP
Endodontist
- Root Canals
Questions you may have
Which specialist should I see?
A prosthodontist focuses on restoring and replacing teeth; a periodontist treats the gums and supporting tissues; an endodontist focuses on problems inside teeth and root canal care. Tell us what is bothering you, and our team can help determine the appropriate appointment.
My jaw clicks or hurts. Does that mean I need my bite changed?
Not necessarily. Painless clicking is common and may not need treatment. Pain, locking, or limited movement should be evaluated. Jaw symptoms have different causes, and conservative, reversible approaches are generally considered before procedures that permanently change the teeth or bite.
Can a dental appliance replace my CPAP for sleep apnea?
An oral appliance may be an option for some people, but it is not suitable for everyone. Diagnosis and treatment planning should involve your sleep clinician and dentist, with follow-up to check effectiveness. Do not stop prescribed CPAP without discussing the change with your sleep clinician.
Does a root canal hurt, and can it save my tooth?
Root canal treatment removes inflamed or infected tissue inside the tooth and can help preserve a tooth that can be restored. Local anesthesia is used, and some tenderness afterward is possible. Your endodontist will assess whether the tooth can be saved and explain the alternatives.
Will I need a crown after a root canal?
The tooth needs a final restoration after root canal treatment. That may be a crown or filling, depending on the tooth and how much structure remains. Ask what is recommended and when it should be completed so the tooth is protected.
Do I need gum surgery, or could a deep cleaning be enough?
Some gum disease can be managed with scaling and root planing followed by maintenance. Surgery may be considered if problems remain. Ask your periodontist what the examination shows, what each option aims to address, and how the response to treatment will be assessed.
Is LANAP the right treatment for me?
A laser procedure is not automatically the best choice for every gum problem. Ask your periodontist how LANAP compares with other options for your diagnosis, including expected benefits, limitations, recovery, and cost. The recommendation should be based on your periodontal examination.
My denture feels loose. Do I need a new one?
A loose denture needs an assessment of its fit, condition, and the tissues underneath. Ask whether an adjustment, reline, replacement, or another approach would be appropriate. Tell us where it moves or rubs and whether eating or speaking has become difficult.