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Southside Dental Cares has been serving Petersburg, Virginia, and the surrounding areas for over 20 years. Our staff is dedicated to providing all patients a warm and friendly visit each time they come to our dental office. Whether you need a cleaning or a filling or have a dental emergency, our team can handle all your dental needs. We see patients of all ages and welcome new patients all the time. Call us today at (804) 732-8557 to schedule your consultation.
We provide professional teeth cleanings to help you maintain good oral health. Even if you brush and floss your teeth faithfully, it is essential that you have your teeth professionally cleaned regularly. After a thorough cleaning, your teeth will feel smooth and clean, and they will look a lot brighter too. Schedule your cleaning today.
If you’ve never had a cavity, congratulations! If you have had one, you are not alone. About 78% of us have had at least one cavity by the time we reach age 17, according to a 2000 report by the U.S. Surgeon General. Fortunately, there’s a time-tested treatment for cavities: dental fillings. Fillings will repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth worn down and will help make them strong and healthy again. If you have a cavity that needs a filling, contact Southside Dental Cares today.
Oral Cancer Screenings, to detect disease at a curable stage
Although oral cancer may not get as much attention as some more widely-known types of cancer, that doesn’t mean it’s any less deadly. In fact, it is estimated that in the United States, oral cancer is responsible for killing one person every hour, every day. While it accounts for a relatively small percentage of all cancers, oral cancer is dangerous because it isn’t usually detected until it has reached an advanced stage. At that point, the odds aren’t great: only about 6 in 10 people will survive after five years of treatment.
If we maintain good oral hygiene and have regular professional cleanings and oral examinations, chances are we can keep our natural teeth for life. Of course, this involves caring for the structures that surround them: the gums and tooth-supporting bone. Gum disease is a bacterial infection that threatens these supporting tissues. That is why dental professionals are always looking for early signs that patients may overlook in regular teeth brushing. When signs of trouble become apparent, periodontal therapy may be suggested. Periodontal disease therapy helps prevent tooth loss.
Sealants help protect children’s teeth from decay. The most likely location for a cavity to develop in your child’s mouth is on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. If you run your tongue over this area in your mouth, you will find the reason why: These surfaces are not smooth, as other areas of your teeth are. Instead, they are filled with tiny grooves referred to as “pits and fissures,” which trap bacteria and food particles. The bristles on a toothbrush can’t always reach all the way into these dark, moist little crevices. This creates the perfect conditions for tooth decay. To give your child a head start in protecting their teeth from cavities and decay, we bond the sealant to the teeth. Contact us today to find out when is the best time your child can get sealants on their teeth.
The temporomandibular joint, better known as TMJ, is the joint that connects your jawbone to your skull. Jaw misalignment, teeth grinding, jaw pain are some of the causes of TMJ disorders and can lead to pain and discomfort. If you experience TMJ due to stress, gum chewing, or arthritis, our team will recommend that you wear a bite plate to help you from grinding your teeth and a custom dental appliance.
If you experience ongoing pain in the area near your ear, your jaw or the muscles on the side of your face, possibly accompanied by a clicking or popping sound or restricted jaw movement, you may be suffering from TMD — an abbreviation for Temporomandibular disorders.
Tooth Extractions,
The main goal of dentistry is to preserve your natural teeth and keep them healthy for as long as possible. However, tooth extraction may be in your best interest (or your child’s) when a tooth is hopelessly damaged or decayed. If you experience any of the following, contact us to schedule a consultation or for more information on tooth extractions.
