Robinson, Harrah, Linton, Morgan, Konwick and Naik
Serving Our Community Since 1978

Quality Dental Care From People Who Care

Comprehensive Family Dentistry Including:
Cosmetic Dentistry • Teeth Whitening • Bonding & Porcelain Veneers
Crown and Bridge • Root Canal Therapy • Placement and Restoration of Implants
Partial and Complete Dentures • Implant Supported Dentures
Extractions • Emergencies • IV & Oral Sedation Dentistry

Vassey Dental Partners is committed to providing high quality dental care for the whole family. Pediatric dentistry focuses on the dental health of children. We see children starting at three (3) years of age through adulthood. We do see children younger than 3 years of age by special appointment or for emergency care.

The oral health of children is extremely important. Establishing a good oral health and preventive care routine creates good habits that will carry into adulthood. Children’s dental care is different from adult dental care. Pediatric dentistry has a unique set of challenges. A dentist must be experienced and well trained to examine and treat children, to identify problems and make children feel comfortable.

Why Primary Teeth (Baby Teeth) Are Important:
•Contribute to good nutrition by allowing children to chew properly
•Aid in speech development
•Lay a foundation for permanent teeth
•Instrumental in establishing good self esteem

Children often experience anxiety and fear when visiting the dentist. One way to combat this fear is to not be anxious yourself. Children learn by example and can often detect the emotions and anxiety of their parents or caretakers. For children who are especially anxious or uncooperative, we can administer nitrous oxide to calm the child, making them more comfortable and easier to treat.

Pediatric dentistry includes routine dental cleanings and fluoride treatment. Our doctors can provide tips and advice for parents on a range of oral health topics from brushing and flossing habits to diet recommendations, pacifier use and thumb sucking. As children grow into adolescents and young adults, they have other unique needs including wisdom teeth. We perform third molar (wisdom teeth) extractions. Both parents and teen-agers are more comfortable having these services done in our office under the care of their regular dentist. We also treat emergency situations like broken, fractured or missing teeth.

Children’s dental health is important to their long term dental health. If you have questions about pediatric dentistry or would like to schedule an appointment for your child, contact us today!

A lot of mouth and jaw pain can stem from clenching and grinding. Not only does this cause pain, but it can cause embarrassing tooth problems. It can harm the enamel of teeth, destroy a bite, cause cavities and cause spaces between teeth. The pain that stems from clenching and grinding can affect the mouth and the jaw. It can also cause headaches and nerve pain that radiates to the ears.

Mouth and jaw pain can also stem from preexisting issues, such as cavities, bite misalignment, tooth infection, spaces, wisdom tooth eruption, impacted wisdom teeth, broken teeth and gum issues. All of the above can cause pain and embarrassment. They can also be treated with restorative dentistry.

Restorative dentistry treatments that can help the abovementioned causes of mouth and jaw pain are numerous. Teeth with cavities can be filled. Infected teeth can be treated with root canals and crowns. Broken teeth can be treated with crowns and/or root canals – among other treatments that advance all the time. Tooth alignment can be treated with braces, bridges to fill missing teeth and more. Bites can be adjusted to relieve the pain from clenching and grinding. Extra teeth or wisdom teeth can be safely removed with a minimum of pain.

After the underlying causes of mouth and jaw pain are treated, dentists can perform cosmetic and maintenance procedures to make teeth look their best and stay their best. These treatments include whitening, veneers, cleanings, sealants and more. At home treatments in-between dentist appointments can ensure that teeth are kept healthy. However, mouth and jaw pain cannot typically be alleviated by brushing and flossing. Seeing a dentist is the best way to relieve mouth pain.

You may have a gap in your smile for several reasons, including tooth loss, decay and teeth that never grew in properly in the first place. When you are ready to change your appearance, we welcome you to contact our dental office for a free consultation regarding your situation. One of our skilled cosmetic dentists will take an impression of your teeth and then go over the various treatment options with you.

One of the most popular options for correcting a large space in the smile is with the use of porcelain veneers. This piece of dental equipment is a tiny, extremely thin piece of porcelain that Dr. Vassey or another dentist bonds to the front of your existing teeth. In addition to filling in the gap between teeth, porcelain veneers can also help to improve the appearance of teeth that are chipped, broken, discolored or uneven.

The ceramic used in creating porcelain veneers is intended to mimic the appearance of natural teeth as closely as possible. When light reflects your new porcelain veneers, they should be indistinguishable from your natural teeth. Prior to affixing your porcelain veneers, our dentists must remove a small amount of your tooth enamel in order to make room for them.

We provide you with a comprehensive exam prior to placing your new porcelain veneers. Besides taking an impression of your teeth and discussing treatment options, we also screen for tooth decay, periodontal disease and oral cancer. On your second visit, we discuss our findings with you and prepare a treatment plan. Your third visit involves being fitted with temporary veneers, while you receive your permanent porcelain veneers on your final visit.

A dental bridge contains prosthetic teeth that replace missing teeth. The device replaces one or more missing teeth in a comfortable, attractive fashion. The “bridge” is anchored in the mouth in a natural position by using healthy teeth to stabilize the ends of the device. People that need a bridge will find that it serves many useful functions:

- Supports the lips and cheeks like natural teeth do
- Decrease stress on the tissues and gums
- Reduces the risk of gum disease
- Improves speech

To install a dental bridge, your dentist will need to schedule two or three appointments to accomplish the task. The dentist takes impressions of your smile and teeth to ensure that your dental bridge fits comfortably. Technicians at a dental lab will craft your bridge customized to the impressions taken by your dentist. The teeth on both sides of the gap will be crowned. These two teeth are where the bridge will be attached.

The dental bridge is constructed of non-precious alleys, porcelain, gold alloys, or different combination of these materials. Bridges are one of the most convenient teeth replacement options available. They are attached to real teeth and function the same as real teeth would function. They don’t need to be removed. You can take care of a dental bridge in the same way you take care of natural teeth. They can be brushed and flossed just like your natural teeth.

The procedure for replacing teeth with a dental bridge is extremely convenient and comfortable. Once the bridge is in place, it functions like real teeth and enables the patient to begin speaking, eating, and feeling more confident.

The employees at Vassey Dental Partners use professional teeth bleach to whiten your teeth. They fit each patient with a custom bleaching tray. Along with that, each patient is also prescribed their own strength of bleach. You can choose between an office visit or an at home treatment plan. It takes one hour to see results with an office visit. If you choose the home treatment plan, it may take several weeks. The whitening trays will need to be worn overnight for a specific period of time.

It is normal for teeth to get darker with age. However, there are other factors that can speed up the process. For instance, smoking can cause your teeth to turn yellow. Dark foods and beverages have also been known to stain teeth. If you drink coffee on a regular basis, your teeth are likely to discolor. There are even certain medications that can stain your teeth. Besides that, there are hereditary factors that play a role in how your teeth will change over the years.

Studies have shown that a nice smile can boost your confidence. If you are unhappy with the appearance of your teeth, you should discuss your options with Vassey Dental Partners. They can whiten your teeth, which will leave you with a more youthful appearance. It is one of the easiest ways to boost your overall level of happiness. If you have a special event coming up, whitening your teeth will help you look your best. Many people come in for the procedure when they have an event such as a wedding, job interview or graduation.

The good news is that at Vassey Dental Partners, this condition is completely reversible. Vassey Dental Partners can conduct a comprehensive examination to identify signs of instability in the teeth, bones, muscles, and jaw joints (condition more commonly known as TMJ). Any instability of these areas can be treated and corrected through a variety of methods, including dental crowns, inlays or onlays, and porcelain veneers. More information about these procedures can be attained at the Vassey Dental Partners website, http://www.vasseydentalpartners.com/procedures/. You can also read testimonials of other individuals who have undergone the same procedure, and learn more about the dentists and the services that they provide.

The Vassey Dental Partners genuinely care about you and your dental wellbeing, and they are committed to helping you attain a lifetime of dental health. The Vassey Dental Partners are aligned with the American Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry, so you can be sure that you are in the best of hands. They use the newest equipment to identify your specific oral needs, and inform you about any dentistry work that you require. They understand the apprehension that dental appointments usually inspire, and they work to put you at complete ease through their friendly staff and welcoming facilities. Your comfort and oral health is their priority.

It all starts with a smile. Healthy teeth lead to healthy smiles, and at Vassey Dental Partners, they are committed to helping people achieve their unique smile through the method that is right for you.

A dental implant starts with the root. A titanium post is, as the name implies, implanted into the gum to secure the new tooth or other above-the-gumline dental work. The jawbone grows around the post to bond it into position. Having an implanted “root” not only keeps the visible dental work place, it also prevents the jawbone deterioration that normally accompanies missing teeth. Appearance-wise, this makes the face fuller and therefore younger-looking.

The implantation of a post is generally followed by a three to six month waiting period while the jawbone fuses with the titanium of the post. During this time, a soft diet is prescribed, and patients may wear temporary dentures if the degree of tooth loss calls for it. The permanent crowns, bridgework, or other such appliances that complete dental implants are designed during this waiting period.

Once the posts are properly fused into the jaw, they are uncovered and special collars are attached. Any hardware needed to secure the final prosthetics is also attached at this time. The new crowns or other attachments are then made from impressions taken of the mouth. Finally, the crowns are attached and are ready to serve the same as natural teeth.

Dental implants can be used as a base for many types of tooth replacements. A crown can be attached that effectively makes the entire unit a replacement tooth. In the case of several missing teeth, bridgework can be attached to the implants. Dentures can be attached to them too, eliminating the pain and aggravation caused by ill-fitting removable sets. The most common procedure, however, involves finishing off the posts with crowns.

Most dental implant patients are very happy with their new teeth. They look like the regular ones as well as feeling natural. With proper care, they will stay bright and last for years, while giving the face a full and youthful appearance.

Teeth Whitening

Teeth whitening is a popular procedure that can be completed either in the dentist’s office or at home using a special cleaning bleach. The in-home process can take several weeks, whereas you can see results in as little as one hour with professional teeth whitening. It helps to rid your teeth of staining related to beverages, tobacco or just the natural process of aging.

Cosmetic Dental Fillings

If you dislike the appearance of your metal dental fillings, or if you have a sensitivity to metal on your teeth, ask your dentist about receiving new fillings which more closely resemble the color of natural teeth. These types of dental fillings are used to preserve a tooth with cavities or one that has been chipped or cracked.

Porcelain Veneers

As its name implies, a porcelain veneer is designed of porcelain and is very thin in structure and appearance. A veneer is placed on the front of your tooth to correct problems of discoloration, to close a gap between teeth or to repair a tooth that has been cracked or broken.

Dental Implants

Dental implants are intended to be a permanent solution to tooth loss. They can replace one tooth or an entire set of teeth in lieu of dentures. It is important to act quickly when you have lost a tooth to guard against bone deterioration in your gums. Implants can also help you chew and speak better.

Is Cosmetic Dentistry in Your Future?

If you desire healthier teeth and a better smile, speak to your dentist about cosmetic dentistry today.