Inlays/Onlays

It can be embarrassing when your teeth aren’t up to par. Partial crowns, called Inlays and Onlays, are restorative devices that correct your smile. At Ardas Family Dental, located in Parker, CO, Dr. Kattaura provides these services to our patients. Inlays/onlays attach to the base of your teeth, repairing damaged biting surfaces. You don’t have to be self-conscious of your smile any longer. Learn more about our restorative services.

 

A patient receives an inlay or an onlay depending on the extent of the damage to the teeth. Extensive decay to the cusps requires an onlay, otherwise, an inlay is used. They work by attaching to your natural teeth, creating a base for the restorative device. An inlay is bonded directly onto the enamel. The onlay is placed to essentially replace the cusps.

 

The procedure starts with your Parker dentist removing the decayed material from your teeth. A mold or impression is made from the newly shaped tooth. A dental laboratory uses that to create your personalized restorative device. Inlays/onlays are made from gold, porcelain, or composite resin. Porcelain is the recommended option. It’s the sturdiest and looks the closest in appearance to your natural teeth.

 

It will take between ten to fourteen days for your devices to be made. In the meantime, you’ll receive temporary inlays/onlays. The permanent ones will be attached at your followup appointment.

 

Learn to love the smile you’ve been given. Contact Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.

Frenectomy

Within the oral cavity, there are two pieces of tissue called Frenulums. They attach your lower and upper lips to the gums. But what happens when your frenulum is too thick or small? It causes an array of issues, restricting the movement of the tongue. It interferes with speech and tooth alignment. Dr. Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental in Parker, CO, recommends a Frenectomy. It’s a minor procedure that corrects the sizing of the frenulum.

 

The two frenula are called the Lingual Frenum and the Labial Frenum. The lingual frenum connects the tongue to the floor of your mouth. An abnormal lingual frenum is what causes the “tongue-tied” sensation. The labial frenum creates a space between the front teeth. It connects the gum tissue through your teeth and onto the roof of the mouth.

 

Your Parker dentist performs the frenectomy in less than fifteen minutes. It can be done with either a scalpel or a laser. The laser is more effective, resulting in no bleeding and no stitches. Children and infants require general anesthesia. A local anesthetic is given to older patients.

 

Most patients report minimal pain and swelling following the procedure. Some patients compare the aftereffects to burning your mouth. Make sure to follow the post-operative instructions given. Continue to maintain your everyday dental hygiene routine.

 

To learn more about Frenctomy’s and our other services, contact Ardas Family Dental. Our office is in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.

Dental Veneers

Dental veneers are the perfect way to reinvent your entire smile. They are thin porcelain shells that are placed over your natural teeth. Veneers correct problems with cracked, stained, spaced, chipped, and misaligned teeth. If you are interested in these services, contact Ardas Family Dental, located in Parker, CO. Dr. Kattaura is available by appointment.

 

The entire process takes between 2-3 visits with your Parker, CO, dentist. Your first appointment is a consultation with Dr. Kattaura. There are many choices that come with dental veneers. It’s recommended you do some individual research beforehand. The two major choices are shape and coloring. In terms of shape, there are two available options: square and round. Many patients believe that the square is more masculine, while the round is more feminine. This isn’t true. Both shapes are available regardless of gender. Coloring refers to the veneers’ brightness. They’re available anywhere between natural to Hollywood levels of whiteness.

 

Once everything is decided, the next part of the process begins. Your teeth will first be prepared for placement. After they are cleaned, an impression or mold is taken. This impression is sent to a dental laboratory. They will create your customized veneers. It will take between 10-14 days to finish making them. In the meantime, you’ll be given a temporary set of veneers.

 

 

At your final appointment, Dr. Kattaura will check that your new veneers fit correctly. If so, they are permanently bonded to your teeth.

 

To learn more about dental veneers and our cosmetic services, contact Ardas Family Dental. Our office is located in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.

Root Canal Therapy

Endodontics is the dental specialty focused on the roots and nerves of the teeth. The root canal is the commonest procedure peformed. When a tooth becomes infected, a root canal is needed to remove the infected material from the nerves. Dr. Kattaura of Ardas Family Dental, located in Parker, CO, provides root canal therapy to her patients.

 

When a root becomes infected, action needs to be taken as soon as possible. Left untreated, the infection can spread or lead to bone loss in the jaw. Dr. Kattaura starts the procedure by numbing the area with a local anesthetic. This keeps you comfortable and experiencing minimal pain. Your Parker, CO, dentist drills into the tooth and opens the root canal. The infected material is removed. It is also thoroughly cleaned. Once finished, the tooth is closed with a sealant. It’s recommended that a dental crown is placed as well. This improves and speeds up the healing process.

 

With today's technology, root canals are a relatively harmless procedure. With the use of local anesthetics and pain medication, the procedure causes minimal discomfort. It is normal to experience soreness after the procedure. Over-the-counter pain medication should be enough to ease any pain or tenderness. Make sure to follow any and all post-operative instructions given.

 

Ardas Family Dental is located in Parker, CO. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kattaura, visit our website or call 720-459-8420.