What is comprehensive
dentistry?
A comprehensive approach to dentistry means that we look at
the "whole picture" when we examine your mouth,
not just one tooth or one isolated problem. The health of
your mouth is made up of many factors:
Your gums - Are they healthy
or is gum disease present?
The
soft tissue - Are there areas of concern?
Your bite - The
way your teeth come toghether. This involoves the TMJ
(Temporomandibular Joint) and the chewing muscles.
The teeth - Are
they crooked, worn, broken down, decayed, or missing?
Because all of these parts of your mouth are interrelated
it must all be considered when recommending the proper treatment.
This is a different approach than the "putting out fires"
type dentistry where you treat just the immediate "crisis."
We believe comprehensive dentistry is a healthier approach
and better financial value. It can be compared to building
a house. The most visible parts of the house are the shutters,
paint, doors, etc. But the important part, that insures the
long life and stability of the house, is the foundation. You
can compare the foundation to the health of your gums and
your bite. If these are not healthy and stable the investment
in restorations may be lost.
We find that our patients appreciate having complete information
about the conditions of their mouth and a treatment plan to
restore all areas of their mouth to good health. This is a
better financial value because problems are dealt with before
they become "crisis situations" and then we don't
have to "put out fires." Please ask us if you have
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Comprehensive dentistry, we're convinced, is about options.
We offer a complete and thorough dental examination which
includes oral cancer screening, periodontal evaluation, TMJ
occlusal analysis, and restorative diagnosis. After the examination,
Dr. Hankins offers a free consultation appointment where he
will explain your dental conditions and what options are available
for treatment to restore your oral health and improve your
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We are proud of the results our patients experience
through restorative and cosmetic dentistry. for cosmetic and
restorative needs, we offer:
Cosmetic and Restorative Services:
Natural appearing crowns and bridges
Porcelain veneers
Cosmetic bonding
Sculptured tooth colored fillings
Reshape teeth
Invisible clasp partials
Tooth whitening
Computer imaging and smile design
Root canals
Implant restorations
TMJ therapy
Sleep apnea and snore prevention appliances
Invisalign® braces
Nitrous oxide sedation ("laughing gas")
Athletic and night guards
Dentures - Dr. Hankins offers a functional impression
technique which enhances the ability and appearance of dentures.
Hygiene and Preventive Services:
Dental Cleanings (adult and children)
Nonsurgical gum treatment
Sealants
Flouride treatment
Desensitize teeth
"Fresh Breath" treatment
Diagnostic Services:
Complete oral examination
Oral cancer screening
Intraoral camera and photographs
TMJ evaluation
Occlusion analysis including Doppler diagnostic test
Free consultation appointment
Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners. And it's been proven effective in both clinical research and in practices nationwide. So whether your teeth are crowded, too far apart or have shifted since wearing braces, you'll have a new reason to smile.
Please call our office at 870-246-9847 for a free Invisialign® consultation appointment or visit the Invisalign home page.
*On Monday, July 18, 2007 Invisalign will be offering a free records day in Dr. Hankins’ office. Patients who are interested in finding out more about what Invislign can do for them can come on the day and get free records. This is a $500 value. Please call our office for more information and to schedule your free records appointment. |
