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St. Charles Family Dentistry |
Our Services at St. Charles Family Dentistry, Ltd.
St.Charles Teeth Whitening, Dental Implants, Veneers
St. Charles Family Dentistry truly is a family practice. In addition to general dental services, we offer a full array of services, including: orthodontics, TMJ/orofacial pain therapy. You can read more about specific services:
Dr. Lynn Lipskis has completed over 1500 hours of continuing education in the latest therapies for TMD / orofacial pain/ sleep apnea and alternative therapies . She enjoys creating beautiful, healthy smiles using well-honed skills of all aspects of dentistry learned through the years
Dr. Edmund Lipskis has completed over 1600 hours of continuing education in orthodontic and facial orthopedics; TMD and sleep apnea. His attention to detail helps create beautiful, functional smiles.
We are conscious of patient comfort and offer: air abrasion, nitrous oxide analgesia; warm towels to wash up and lots of smiles!
Initial Oral Examination
Your initial oral examination includes a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis and treatment recommendations. We will also take x-rays, which includes the panoramic x-ray for proper diagnosis of the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing x-ray series for proper diagnosis of proximal decay of posterior teeth. Our new Sopralife intraoral camera allows us to take a video tour of your mouth!
Dental Implants
We will work with an implant specialist to create an implant for a missing single tooth, missing multiple teeth, or replace a removable appliance. Imagine being able to get a brand new tooth in a few months time!
Teeth Bleaching
Our state-of-the-art, in-office Power Bleaching system that will make your teeth whiter in less than 1.5 hours. Another option is our home bleaching system that you take with you for results in 2 weeks. You can also consider a combination program of both systems for optimal, long-term results. ASK US ABOUT OUR WHITENING FOR LIFE PROGRAM! *
*whitening for life gives you complimentry tooth whitening trays and gel at each of your regular preventive visits for a modest onetime fee.
Crowns and Veneers
Are you tired of crooked or discolored front teeth? We can improve the beauty of your smile with veneers or porcelain crowns (no metal). Using the most advanced crown materials, we can create a beautiful healthy smile. These new Porcelain crowns have the advantage of eliminating tissue reaction to base metals in traditional crowns as well as avoiding the dreaded "dark lines" along the edge of old fashined crowns.
Fillings: Resin/Composite
Tooth-colored fillings that are light cured to match your teeth and are mercury free. Wouldn't it be nice not to see those gray shadows in your back teeth? We also offer single appointment CEREC porcelain/composite inlays and laboratory fabricated porcelain restorations..
Periodontal Treatment
You should have a standard cleaning at least twice a year. A periodontal treatment includes an Adult Prophy (basic cleaning). If it has been over a year since your last cleaning, possible treatment will include either Periodontal Scaling (deeper) or Root Planning and Scaling (requires anesthetic). Our hygenists can provide you with an Arrestin (antibiotic) treatment for your gums also. Research has shown that maintaining healthy gums goes a long way to improving your general health.
Mouth Guards
Whether you are an athlete or casual sports participant, you should wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth. If you grind your teeth while you sleep, a bite guard will help reduce symptoms of TMJ. We custom make mouth guards in both soft and hard materials Grinding your teeth at night can be a sign of obstructive sleep apnea; we will check to see if you have any signs of apnea and offer you a great solution to that serious health problem.
Removable Dental Prosthesis
For missing teeth, we can make dentures or removable partials for you. A removable prosthesis (denture) is a great opportunity to restore function and a beautiful smile. Partial and complete dentures need to be replaced periodically to insure a scomfortable fit. Combing dentures with implants can give you a very secure answer to loose fitting dentures.
Pain/TMJ
Many people do not realize the range of symptoms caused by jaw dysfunction. We offer effective, conservative therapies to relieve your symptoms and correct structure/problems. We work with other professionals to help your body heal to the greatest extent possible. We can help you with your jaw related chronic pain issues.
Sleep Apnea Oral Appliances
Do you, or a loved one, snore or gasp for air while sleeping? This is a serious health concern. We will perform a detailed evaluation and make recommendations for treatment. CPAP is considered the "Gold Standard" for treating moderate or severe obstructive sleep apnea; the problem is that there is only a reported compliance of 25-40%. FDA approved oral appliances are approved for mild to moderate sleep apnea and are highly successful in addressing this condition. Some people with severe apnea have opted for Oral Appliance Therapy with great success.