Specialized Procedures

Invisalign

Invisalign works as braces to straighten your teeth but is virtually invisible. Whether your teeth are too crowded or too far apart, Invisalign can help you have a beautiful straight smile. The Invisalign process includes a series of aligners that are switched about every 2 weeks. Invisalign is a great way to transform your smile without interfering with your day-to-day life. Best of all, special financing is available for Invisalign through Care Credit. For further details, check out www.invisalign.com.

Periodontics

Periodontal diseases include gingivitis, chronic or aggressive periodontics, and other diseases that are often caused by poor oral hygiene. These diseases can lead to tooth loss and possibly other health concerns beyond dental problems alone. More importantly, these diseases can be avoided through a good daily oral hygiene routine. Several warning signs for periodontal disease include gums that bleed easily, red, swollen or tender gums, and persistent bad breath.

Vizilite

Beekman Dental offers Vizilite screenings, using a light in your mouth in conjunction with a head and neck examination, to screen for any abnormalities that can lead to cancer. The exam is completely painless and takes just a few minutes. When oral cancer is found early on, treatment can be successful 82% of the time. We recommend an annual screening as early detection leads to less invasive treatment with far better outcomes. For further information please visit www.vizilite.com.

TMJ Treatment

TMJ disorders include any dysfunction of the jaw muscles and joints. It can be as minor as a slight clicking or popping sensation when opening and closing your mouth, or as serious as persistent pain extending into the face, neck and shoulders, affecting posture and even mobility. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joints, which connect the jawbone to the skill and are located just in front of each ear. TMJ disorders may develop from lost or crooked teeth, degenerative arthritis, stress related teeth clenching, and overbites; They can be detected by pain when jaw is fully opened, ringing in ears, frequent headaches, or ear pain not related to ear infections. Common treatment includes an NTI or mouthguard, which can help prevent grinding of the teeth.