Common Tooth Extractions

Although permanent teeth were meant to last a lifetime, there are a number of reasons why a patient may need a tooth extracted. A very common reason involves a tooth that is too badly damaged, from trauma or decay, to be repaired. If a tooth has been broken or damaged by decay, our doctors at Fairwood Dental Center will try their best to fix it with a filling, crown or other dental treatment. You’re probably most familiar with wisdom teeth extractions, but other reasons for the procedure may include:

• Severe tooth damage/trauma – some teeth have such extensive decay and damage (broken or cracked) that repair is not possible.


• Orthodontic treatment – people getting braces may need teeth extracted to create room for teeth that are being moved into place.


• Some teeth may need to be extracted if they have the potential of becoming infected.


•  Extra teeth – extra teeth may block other teeth from erupting, therefore, will require extraction.

To learn about other services we provide at our practice, visit www.fairwooddental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Fairwood Dental Center here in Renton, WA, call 425-271-7725.

Sealants

Good oral hygiene is the first step to protecting your teeth and having less tooth decay, but sometimes it isn’t enough to have healthy teeth. Along with brushing and flossing twice a day and visiting our dental office every six months, we also provide dental sealants. They are especially useful for children who have their molars, which come in between 5 and 7 years of age, and again between 11 and 14 years of age.

 

Dental sealants protect the molars from cavities and tooth decay. The molars are most susceptible to cavities because they are chewed on most often, and decay because they are harder to reach with a toothbrush and dental floss. Dr. Harinder S. Walia, Dr. Aishwarya Ramanan and Dr. Arti Bhan-Kachroo can put a liquid sealant on these teeth that hardens and further protects to teeth from excessive decay. It can last about 10 years before needing to be applied again.

 

Patients of all ages visit us here at Fairwood Dental Center for dental sealants. It reduces the amount of work that needs to be done on the teeth over time and gives patients a healthy looking smile. Visit our website at www.fairwooddental.com today to learn more about sealants or give us a call at 425-271-7725

Family Dental Practice

If you are searching for a family dental practice, there are certain qualities you might be looking for. Most families appreciate a friendly atmosphere, comfortable accommodations and a dental team that is established and experienced enough to handle your family’s dental needs with great care and consideration. At Fairwood Dental Center, we have established a reputation in the Renton, WA area as a family dental practice where parents are able to relax knowing their family is in the best hands possible.

 

During office visits, our doctors put an emphasis on preventative care to our patients. Preventive care is the basic things patients should be doing to take care of their teeth and gums: brushing, flossing, eating a healthy diet, and seeing a dentist regularly to help avoid dental disease. Our team believes that children should be taught proper oral hygiene techniques at a young age so they do not develop any bad habits. Preventive dentistry is particularly important for children, whose teeth, mouth and gums are still developing. Preventing abnormal growth and cavities in children is easier, more painless and less costly than treating dental problems after they've fully developed.

 

Not only do our doctors offer dental services for children, but we also have many cosmetic, preventative and restorative dentistry options for adults. They offer a variety of restorative and preventive dental services - each designed to extend the life of your teeth and total dental health. Call Fairwood Dental Center at 425-271-7725 to schedule an appointment or visitwww.fairwooddentalcenter.com. 

Root Canal Therapy

Endodontics is the dental specialty that deals with the nerves of the teeth, and root canal therapy is the most common procedure within endodontics. Our team here at Fairwood Dental Center offers root canal therapy to patients with a deep infection in the nerves of their teeth, as an alternative to tooth extraction. During a root canal, the nerves of the teeth are removed, as well as any other infected tissue. Here is a breakdown of the procedure:

 

1. The patient receives local anesthesia so they don’t experience any pain.

2. We drill a small hole into the tooth to reach the canal.

3. Infected tissue and nerves are removed using a special tool.

4. Once the infection is gone, the hole is filled with gutta percha.

5. The patient returns to our office in two weeks to be fitted with a crown.

 

It is important that patients not skip the process of getting a crown, because without nerves, the tooth becomes dead. This makes it susceptible to breaking off, and requiring a bridge or dental implant to replace it. Visit our website,www.fairwooddental.com or call 425-271-7725 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Harinder S. Walia, Dr. Aishwarya Ramanan or Dr. Arti Bhan-Kachroo.