General Dental Services

Let Us Take Care of All Your Dental Issues

Make sure that your dental health is maintained by relying on the qualified dentists at Dr. Kinder and Dr. Jacob Family Dentistry. Whether you need fillings or non-surgical gum treatments, you can rely on us completely. You can rest assured knowing that we treat our patients like our own family. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

Fillings

Fillings are done to remove decay, and replace the affected tooth structure. It is called a filling because new a material fills hole that decay left.

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Caught early enough, cavities can be treated easily and painlessly. If not treated decay can lead to tooth pain and/or infection, and the tooth would need root canal treatment or extraction. In our office, many times, fillings can even be performed without the use of anesthetic with the biolase laser. This laser is the latest in dental technology.

Non-Surgical Gum Treatments

The gums, ligaments, and bone around the teeth form the foundation for one’s teeth. All structures are also referred to as the periodontium.

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When the periodontium is not healthy, it jeopardizes the teeth just as a bad foundation would threaten the stability of a house. Signs of unhealthy periodontium (gum disease) may be as follows: gums that are red and bleed easily, persistent bad breath, gums that are pulled away from the tooth, loose teeth, and changes in the position or bite of the teeth. Any of these signs may mean something is wrong. With the proper care, however, it may be possible to return them to a healthy state. This is where appropriate gum treatments come in. If you’re having a problem, come in and see us so we can take care of it right away. The treatment usually involves a deep cleaning or root planning done under a local anesthetic, along with local antibiotic agents. If the gum disease gets too severe it may need to be treated through surgery or extraction. This is why it is important to get it treated at the first sign of a problem.

Bonding

Bonding involves adhering composite resin material that is matched to the color of the tooth to the front of the tooth.

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This is done to repair damage done to the tooth by decay, to alter the alignment of the tooth, close gaps between the teeth, or for cosmetic purposes. First, the surface of the tooth is roughened in order to accept the bonding and hold it. A gel is applied to micro-etch the tooth surface, and a primer/bond agent is applied so the material adheres to the surface. Then the material itself is placed on the tooth and hardened with intense light. The composite resin material is shaped and polished to get a lustrous finish as a last step.

X-Rays

This is a focused beam of X-ray particles through bone which produces an image on special film, showing the structure through which it passed.

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This gives the familiar black and white images that doctors and dentists use to diagnose problems. X-rays are a necessary part of the diagnostic process, and not using them could lead to undiagnosed disease. Without an X-ray of the whole tooth, and supporting bone and gum tissues, there is no real way to detect infection or pathology that requires attention.

In our office, we use digital radiography which allows us to take X-rays using 50-70% less radiation versus conventional X-rays. Coupled with computer monitoring, digital x-ray technology allows us to enhance the images for better diagnosis of any dental concerns.

“Great staff, excellent care and respectful of patient’s time”

Diane Straight

Our Location

7210 Maplecrest Rd
Fort Wayne , IN 46835

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Main Phone: (260) 485-5530 Facebook: Dr. Kinder and Dr. Jacob Family Dentistry

Business Hours

Mon, Tue, Thu: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm Friday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Wed, Sat, Sun: Closed