Night Guards

If you or your sleep partner is suffering from teeth grinding, you know how it can interfere with getting a good night’s rest. At Greenville Family Dentistry, we offer solutions for teeth grinding.

 

Teeth grinding involves clenching the jaw and gnashing the teeth unconsciously during sleep. The exact cause of teeth grinding is not known, but it is very common and occurs in both children and adults. It some instances, grinding the teeth can lead to damaged teeth, jaw pain and headaches.

 

We offer custom fit night guards in order to treat teeth grinding. The night guard acts as a barrier between your top and bottom teeth, which prevents grinding and gnashing of your teeth.

 

The process of making a night guard is easy. We start by taking an impression of your teeth, and the guard is then made in a dental lab. Since your night guard is made specifically for you, it fits comfortably and allows you to breathe normally.

 

In addition to night guards, we offer a variety of services including periodontal treatment, bonding, extractions, TMJ treatment and other services.

 

For more information on teeth grinding treatment or in order to have a night guard made, please call Greenville Family Dentistry at 903-455-6701.

Dental Hygiene

At our Greenville, TX office, we love to promote proper oral hygiene to all of our patients! We will provide you with the tools to succeed when it comes to your oral hygiene routine. With a wide array of options available at any drug store, patients need to know what type of toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash or any number of other dental tools will work best for them.

 

Brushing techniques are also very important. The goal of brushing is to avoid cavities and to have a bright, beautiful smile; you should know what the proper technique is so you’re not doing it wrong. You should be brushing at least two minutes, twice a day. You should also be using the correct toothbrush, the best way to find out is to just ask, and we’ll gladly point you in the right direction! When it comes to the brushing process, you should be using short, gentle strokes, paying close attention to the gum line and the hard-to-reach areas in the back of your mouth. Don’t forget to brush your tongue too! It helps avoid bad breath.

 

Now, most people think that just brushing will keep their teeth healthy and clean. While it’s certainly not a bad thing to do, brushing needs to be combined with flossing in order to optimize your oral health. Through flossing, you’re able to get to those hard-to-reach areas that often go unnoticed. Bacteria will build up in these areas and eventually lead to tooth damage if left untouched.

Regular cleanings should also be part of your dental hygiene routine. By having your teeth professionally cleaned and examined, you’re working to catch troubled areas before they become real problems. Schedule your cleaning today! 

Intraoral Camera

Here in Greenville, TX, our dentist, Dr. Christopher Emuedue, likes to incorporate modern dental technology in all of the services he provides. For dental check-ups and examinations, he uses an intraoral camera, which is a small device that enables him to provide effective diagnostics, along with x-rays and other diagnostic tools.

 

One of the reasons the intraoral camera works so well is because it is a small, handheld device that can easily see different angles inside the patient’s mouth. It lets Dr. Emuedue look for warning signs of problems developing, ranging from infections or impacted teeth to gum disease. The intraoral camera is comfortable for our patients and can be done quickly. Its use is followed by showing digital dental images to provide education to the patient.

 

We use the intraoral camera in the following ways:

 

1. The wand-shaped device has a lens that can autofocus on any of the patient’s teeth and gums.

2. We dry a tooth prior to taking an image, followed by pointing the tip of the camera to the tooth.

3. It quickly takes a high-definition picture with auto focus, and sends the digital image to a nearby computer.

4. In just a few minutes, we can get images of any worrisome areas of the mouth.

 

Visit Greenville Family Dentistry or call us at 903-455-6701 if you are interested in getting a dental exam with the use of the intraoral camera.

Digital X-Rays

At Greenville Family Dentistry, we believe in providing the best care to our patients, including employing the latest in dental technology. This includes using digital x-rays to replace the old-fashioned x-rays, as they provide a multitude of benefits for our patients and our dental staff.

By using digital x-rays, we get high-definition and clear images that are sent to a nearby computer instantly, with less radiation for our patient. Our dentist, Dr. Christopher Emuedue, can also diagnose problems more effectively, thanks to the accuracy and precision of digital x-rays.

 

The benefits our patients realize by our use of digital x-rays include:

• Digital x-rays are safer for the patient with up to 80 percent less radiation.
• The imaging process goes quickly, with images sent to a nearby computer.
• A small sensor is placed in the mouth when taking pictures digitally, rather than uncomfortable bitewings.
• Cavities and other problems are recognized and treated sooner.
• There are no chemical smells in the dental office when digital x-rays are used.

Dr. Christopher Emuedue prefers using digital x-rays as they benefit him and his dental practice, as well as his patients. With earlier diagnosis, earlier treatment can provide a healthier mouth and more beautiful smile for all of his patients.

 

If you are in need of dental x-rays, call us at 903-455-6701 to learn more