Specialized Dental Care

Advanced Dental Treatments in Mililani, HI & Surrounding Areas to Maintain Your Overall Oral Health

Sometimes, despite patients’ best efforts, their dental care requires more than routine, preventive treatments. At Mililani Dental & Implants, in Mililani, HI, we know you take good care of your teeth, and that sometimes genetics or circumstances beyond our control affect dental health. In these cases, you can rest assured that we have the knowledge and experience to provide you the best treatment with the latest technology.

Root Canals

When the pulp inside a tooth is infected or swollen from severe decay, trauma to the tooth, or a crack or chip in a tooth, a root canal can be performed to save the tooth and relieve the associated pain and discomfort. Symptoms of infected pulp include pain, swelling, tenderness, and sensitivity to heat or cold.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns are devices that look, feel, and function like a natural tooth. They are made of a kind of ceramic substance called porcelain, and they are placed over damaged or weakened teeth to restore looks and function.

Dental Bridges

A dental bridge is an appliance used to restore the look, feel, and function of a missing tooth. The bridge is held in place by the two teeth that surround the missing tooth. Each of those teeth must be filed down in preparation of cementing the bridge in place. Dental bridges are typically made from porcelain and can last many years with proper care. They help a patient chew and speak as they usually would, maintain a smile’s appearance, and prevent teeth from shifting due to an empty space.

Dentures

Whether due to aging, health conditions, or participating in extreme sports like MMA (mixed martial arts), there are times when patients could need a healthy alternative for all their natural teeth. The most common solution for a full mouth of missing teeth are dentures, which are meant to look and function like natural teeth.

They can be made from resin, porcelain, or metal and are available as full or partial sets. Full dentures are perfect for replacing an entire mouth of teeth, while partial dentures are helpful when a patient still has some healthy, natural teeth.

Dentures help a person chew and speak properly, maintain their smile, and support facial muscles. They require routine care just as natural teeth do to prevent bacteria and plaque build-up. Dentures should be monitored during routine dental check-ups for fit and function.

Wisdom Teeth Removal

Wisdom teeth removal is often necessary if they are impacted, infected, or negatively affecting adjacent teeth. Wisdom teeth should be evaluated between the ages of 16-19 to determine if they require removal. The decision is determined on a case-by-case basis and is different for everyone based on their age, their jaw shape and size, and the positioning of their teeth.

Call 808-625-6223 for help with any dental service big or small.