Root Canal and Crown

A root canal removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside the tooth, cleans and seals the canals, and relieves the source of pain. A crown is then placed over the tooth to restore strength, protect it from breaking, and allow it to function normally again.

Without treatment, the infection can spread into the surrounding bone, cause swelling or an abscess, and eventually make the tooth impossible to save. Root canal treatment followed by proper restoration can allow the natural tooth to last for many years—and in some cases a lifetime—while delaying care may lead to extraction and the added cost of replacing the tooth with an implant or bridge.

Dental Crown

A crown is a strong, custom-made covering placed over a cracked, weakened, heavily filled, or badly damaged tooth to restore its shape, appearance, and normal chewing function. It helps hold the tooth together and protects it from further wear or fracture; with good hygiene and regular checkups, a well-made crown can often function for 10 years or longer, although longevity varies.

Without a crown, a weakened tooth may continue to crack or break, allowing bacteria to reach deeper areas and possibly leading to pain, a root canal, or tooth loss. Treating the tooth before it breaks is usually simpler and less expensive than emergency treatment or replacing a tooth with a bridge or implant.

Composite Restoration (Tooth-Colored Filling)

A composite restoration removes decay or damaged tooth structure and replaces it with a durable, tooth-colored material that bonds directly to the tooth, restoring its shape, strength, and appearance. Composite fillings work well for many small- to medium-sized cavities and are designed to blend naturally with the surrounding teeth.

Without treatment, the cavity can continue growing deeper, weakening the tooth and eventually causing sensitivity, pain, infection, or the need for a root canal, crown, or extraction. Treating decay while it is still small usually preserves more natural tooth structure and is generally simpler and less expensive than waiting until the damage becomes extensive.

Tooth Extraction

A tooth extraction removes a tooth that is severely infected, fractured, loose, or cannot be predictably repaired. Removing a hopeless tooth can relieve pain, eliminate the source of infection, and protect the surrounding gums and bone; delaying treatment may allow the infection to spread, increase swelling and discomfort, or damage the bone needed for future tooth replacement.

Bone Graft

A bone graft places bone-building material into the empty socket after extraction to help preserve the jaw's height and width while it heals. 75% of all extractions at Smile Center offices are done with Bone Graft.

The jaw naturally shrinks after a tooth is removed and the bone graft is designed to lower this shrinkage.

Deep Cleaning / Scaling and Root Planing

Deep cleaning removes plaque and hardened tartar from below the gumline, then smooths the tooth roots so the gums can heal and fit more tightly around the teeth. It is used when a regular cleaning can no longer reach the bacteria trapped inside deeper gum pockets.

Without treatment, gum disease usually progresses: pockets deepen, supporting bone is permanently lost, and teeth may eventually become loose or require extraction. About 4 in 10 U.S. adults age 30 or older have some level of periodontitis, and advanced gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss; treating it earlier is generally simpler and less costly than later surgery, tooth replacement, or dentures.

Gum health is also connected with overall health. Diabetes can make gum disease more severe, while untreated gum inflammation may make blood sugar harder to control; after treatment, mild tenderness or sensitivity may occur for several days, but this is usually temporary.

Partial Denture

A partial denture is a removable appliance that replaces one or more missing teeth and is supported by the remaining natural teeth and gums. It can improve chewing, speech, appearance, and help keep nearby teeth from shifting into the empty spaces.

Without replacing missing teeth, chewing may become less balanced and the remaining teeth may shift, creating bite problems and harder-to-clean areas. A new partial may initially feel bulky or cause mild soreness, but most patients adjust with proper fitting and follow-up; regular cleaning and dental checks are important because the gums and bone naturally change over time.

Dental Bridge

A dental bridge is a fixed restoration that replaces one or more missing teeth by attaching an artificial tooth to nearby natural teeth or implants. It restores the appearance of your smile, improves chewing and speech, and helps prevent surrounding teeth from shifting; with good care, bridges often last 5–15 years.

Without replacing the missing tooth, nearby teeth may tilt or drift into the space, creating bite problems and areas that are harder to clean. Over time, this can contribute to uneven tooth wear, gum problems, and bone loss around the missing-tooth area.

Dental Implant, Abutment and Crown

A dental implant is a small post placed into the jawbone to replace the missing tooth root; an abutment connects the implant to a custom crown that looks and functions like a natural tooth. This fixed replacement can restore chewing, improve appearance, and replace the tooth without reducing the healthy neighboring teeth for a traditional bridge.

Without replacing the missing tooth, nearby teeth may shift, chewing can become less balanced, and the bone in the empty area may gradually shrink. Implants require good daily cleaning and regular professional care because inflammation around an implant can lead to bone loss and implant failure; when properly planned and maintained, an implant can provide a stable, long-term tooth replacement.

Snap-In Denture

A snap-in denture is a removable full denture that attaches securely to dental implants, giving it much more stability than a traditional loose denture while still allowing easy removal for cleaning. It can improve chewing, speaking, comfort, and confidence; research generally shows better retention, patient satisfaction, and oral-health quality of life compared with conventional lower dentures.

Without implant support, a traditional denture may continue to move, rub the gums, limit food choices, and become looser as the jawbone changes over time. Snap-in dentures still require daily cleaning and periodic maintenance because the attachment inserts can wear and the implants must remain healthy, but they offer a more secure and affordable alternative to a permanently fixed full-arch bridge.

Fixed Implant Bridge

A fixed implant bridge permanently replaces an entire row—or a larger section—of missing teeth by attaching a custom bridge securely to dental implants. Unlike a removable denture, it stays in place, feels more stable, improves chewing and speech, and can provide teeth that look and function closer to natural teeth.

Without treatment, missing teeth can make eating difficult, reduce confidence, and allow continued jawbone shrinkage; loose dentures may also move, rub the gums, and limit food choices. Fixed implant bridges require excellent daily cleaning and regular professional maintenance, but when properly planned and cared for, they are a predictable long-term solution that only a dentist removes.

Complete Denture

A complete denture is a removable appliance that replaces all missing teeth in the upper or lower jaw, restoring the smile and helping with chewing, speech, and facial support. Research shows that properly fitted complete dentures can improve oral-health quality of life, although they do not feel or chew exactly like natural teeth.

Without replacing the teeth, eating and speaking may become more difficult, facial features may appear sunken, and nutrition and confidence can suffer. Dentures require an adjustment period and may need relining or replacement as the gums and jawbone naturally change; regular dental visits help maintain comfort, fit, and oral health.

AIRFLOW® Cleaning

AIRFLOW uses a controlled stream of warm water, air, and fine powder to gently remove plaque biofilm and surface stains from teeth, around braces, crowns, bridges, and implants. It is often more comfortable than traditional polishing and can clean areas that are difficult to reach, leaving the teeth smoother and noticeably cleaner.

When plaque biofilm is not removed regularly, it can harden into tartar and contribute to cavities, bleeding gums, bad breath, and gum disease.

Deep Cleaning

Stage 1: $450   Stage 2: $650   Stage 3: $850

Deep Cleaning (Scaling and Root Planing): Deep cleaning removes hardened bacterial buildup from below the gumline and smooths the tooth roots so swollen gums can heal and fit more tightly around the teeth. Gum disease usually gets worse without treatment: pockets deepen, supporting bone is permanently lost, and treatment may progress from a relatively simple deep cleaning to periodontal surgery, extractions, implants, or dentures.

Healthy gums also matter beyond the mouth. Gum disease is associated with cardiovascular disease and has a two-way relationship with diabetes: high blood sugar can worsen gum infections, while untreated gum inflammation can make blood sugar harder to control. Treating it now helps preserve your teeth, reduces inflammation and bleeding, improves breath, and lowers the chance that you will need more extensive treatment later.

LANAP® Laser Gum Treatment

LANAP is a minimally invasive laser treatment for moderate to advanced gum disease. The laser targets infected tissue and bacteria inside deep gum pockets while preserving healthier tissue; the roots are also thoroughly cleaned so the gums can heal and reattach more effectively. Clinical studies have found greater pocket-depth reduction and bone fill in deeper periodontal pockets when laser treatment is added to conventional deep cleaning.

Without treatment, gum disease can continue destroying the bone and tissue supporting the teeth, leading to gum recession, loose teeth, infection, and eventual tooth loss. LANAP may involve less cutting, fewer stitches, and a more comfortable recovery than traditional gum surgery, but results depend on disease severity, home care, smoking, diabetes control, and regular periodontal maintenance.

Teeth Whitening

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Professional whitening uses peroxide-based gel to safely break down stains and brighten natural teeth, often producing a noticeable improvement after one office visit or a short course of at-home treatment. Without whitening, stains may continue to darken over time; temporary sensitivity can occur in up to two-thirds of patients, but it is usually mild and resolves within a few days.

Old Filling, Crown, or Bridge Replacement

A worn, cracked, loose, or leaking restoration is carefully removed and replaced to reseal and protect the tooth. When replacement is clinically necessary, acting early can help prevent deeper decay, fractures, root canals, or tooth loss; well-made crowns and bridges commonly function for 10 years or longer.

Old Filling, Crown, or Bridge Replacement

A worn, cracked, loose, or leaking restoration is carefully removed and replaced to reseal and protect the tooth. When replacement is clinically necessary, acting early can help prevent deeper decay, fractures, root canals, or tooth loss; well-made crowns and bridges commonly function for 10 years or longer.

Old Filling, Crown, or Bridge Replacement

A worn, cracked, loose, or leaking restoration is carefully removed and replaced to reseal and protect the tooth. When replacement is clinically necessary, acting early can help prevent deeper decay, fractures, root canals, or tooth loss; well-made crowns and bridges commonly function for 10 years or longer.

Old Filling, Crown, or Bridge Replacement

A worn, cracked, loose, or leaking restoration is carefully removed and replaced to reseal and protect the tooth. When replacement is clinically necessary, acting early can help prevent deeper decay, fractures, root canals, or tooth loss; well-made crowns and bridges commonly function for 10 years or longer.

Clear Aligners

Price: $5000 — get 10% off if scheduled today. Monthly payments start at $99/mo.

Clear aligners gradually straighten crowded or uneven teeth, improving your smile and making the teeth easier to clean; many mild-to-moderate cases take about 6–18 months, depending on complexity and daily wear. Without treatment, crowding and an uneven bite may continue to trap plaque, wear teeth unevenly, or worsen over time. An untreated misaligned bite can place excessive pressure on certain teeth and create hard-to-clean areas, increasing the risk of enamel wear, gum disease, loss of supporting bone, and eventually tooth loss.

Night Guard

Price: $400 — get 20% off if scheduled today

A custom night guard cushions your teeth during clenching or grinding, helping protect them from wear, cracks, and costly damage. Without protection, grinding may gradually shorten or fracture teeth and can worsen jaw soreness or morning headaches; the guard protects the teeth but may not stop the grinding itself.

Crowns to Address Grinding

When grinding has severely worn, cracked, or shortened teeth, crowns can rebuild their shape, strength, and bite while protecting the remaining tooth structure. Without treatment, grinding may continue to damage the teeth and lead to sensitivity, fractures, root canals, or tooth loss; a night guard is usually recommended afterward to protect the new crowns.