Bleaching - Teeth Whitening
Dr. Belcher uses a variety of teeth whitening techniques, including Nite White, to transform your smile to its whitest in only a few days.  Call our office to learn more about our teeth whitening options.

BOTOX® Cosmetic
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a purified protein produced by the Clostridium botulinum bacterium. It is a nonsurgical, physician-administered treatment that can temporarily reduce moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people 18 to 65 years of age. During treatment, very low doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic are administered via a few tiny injections directly into the muscles that cause those stubborn lines. The treatment is usually done in about 10 minutes, and no recovery time is needed. Within days, you may see an improvement that can last up to 4 months. Results may vary. Unlike many procedures and over-the-counter wrinkle remedies, BOTOX® Cosmetic treats the cause of these frown lines by reducing the muscle contractions that cause the lines to form over time. There's only one BOTOX® Cosmetic. Talk to Dr. Belcher to see if BOTOX® Cosmetic is right for you!

OraVerse(Phentolamine Mesylate) Injection
From numb to normal
Dr. Belcher wants you to have the most comfortable experience possible. It's a commitment that begins when you walk in the door and extends long after you leave. Now there's an advancement that redefines this possibility if you're one of the many who dislike lingering numbness from local anesthesia. Do you have an office meeting after your dental appointment or how about a lunch date? OraVerse is here to help. OraVerse is the first and only product of its kind to rapidly reverse the effects of your local dental anesthetic. It is scientifically proven to accelerate the return of noraml sensation and function following routine dental procedures. The average duration of soft tissue numbess following the use of a local dental anesthetic is three to five hours. OraVerse is administered by your doctor immediately following a procedure, allowing for a return to normal sensation and function in about half the time. The active ingredient in OraVerse is
phentolamine mesylate, a drug used in other medical applications for the past 50 years. And now the safety and effectiveness of OraVerse have been successfully demonstrated through clinical trials involving pediatrice, adolescent, and adult patients ages 6 though 92. So call our office today to find out if today may be your day for OraVerse.

Crowns & Bridges
Dr. Belcher provides excellent restorative dental care.  If your teeth are damaged or decayed, crowns may be constructed to restore them back to their original form.   If you have missing teeth, a bridge may be utilized.  These restorations are cemented onto the teeth and are referred to as "fixed" dentistry as opposed to a restoration of missing teeth with a removable appliance or partial denture.

Implants
Implants are an increasingly popular alternative to dentures, crowns and bridges. They have many advantages, including their natural appearance, improved comfort and unequaled convenience. If you are considering implants, we can discuss the considerations and help you make the decision that is right for you.

Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth (usually titanium) that are surgically placed into the upper or lower jaw bone by a dentist or Periodontist - a specialist of the gums and supporting bone. The teeth attached to implants are very natural looking and often enhance or restore a patient's smile!

Dental implants are very strong, stable, and durable and will last many years, but on occasion, they will have to be re-tightened or replaced due to normal wear.

Root Canal
Root canal treatment, also known as endodontic treatment, is a dental procedure in which the diseased or damaged nerve of a tooth is removed so that the tooth can be saved or restored.

Bonding
Bonding is covering the front surface of teeth with durable plastic to either change the tooth's color or shape, or the rebuild broken teeth.  Bonding is similar to veneers, but not as strong, but it is a low-cost way to improve your smile.  Bonding is great for children who have chipped front teeth and for adults who need an alternative for veneers and understand the limitations.

Tooth Colored Fillings
Inlays and Onlays are tooth-colored restorations that are used in place of silver fillings on the chewing surfaces of back teeth.  This approach has become very popular because silver (mercury) fillings are not safe and are less attractive.

 

Diagondent
Dr. Belcher now has the FDA approved laser cavity scanner. The FDA has certified it as 100% accurate. Now we are able to identify cavities when they are in their earliest stages, when they are small, easy to fix and least expensive to fix as well. The Diagnodent sends out an audio signal, the higher the tone the deeper the cavity. If the numbers on the machine indicate a fifteen or higher, a new cavity has been found. Please call for more information or to schedule your Diagnodent reading.

Gum Therapy / Shaping
If the shape or fullness or your gums is a problem, the contours and shape of the gums can be changed to provide a more attractive appearance and protect the teeth.  Using lasers, Dr. Belcher can shape the gum precisely while minimizing bleeding.  In some cases, synthetic bone can be added under the gums to build areas where trauma or gum disease has occurred.

TMJ/Migraine Therapy
TMJ Dysfunction is a popular term to describe a disorder of the jaw joints or the muscles that control the joints. Symptoms masquerade as a multitude of other problems such as sinus headaches, migraines, neck and shoulder stiffness and earaches. Dr. Belcher successfully treats TMJ and Migraines.

Mini Dental Implants
Mini dental implants is a small miracle in implant dentistry! Thanks to mini-implants, stable secure dentures can be attached to your mini dental implants, enabling you to chew, eat and smile with confidence.  Since there is no cutting of the gums and no stitches to have removed, this unique procedure can be completed in one visit with virtually no discomfort.

Dentures & Partials
While we wish no one would ever need dentures, sometimes they are the most reasonable option.  In the past wearing dentures was the only form of dentistry available to improve a person’s smile. When they are indicated we take the time necessary to create attractive, well fitting dentures. They can’t beat a set of your own teeth when they are healthy and straight, but when natural teeth can’t be restored dentures look great and chew well.

If a person has lost too much of their jawbone to steady their dentures, implants can be placed. The dentures are attached to the implants to hold them firmly in place. If you have this problem, call us for a consultation appointment.

Infection Control
Our practice is OSHA compliant, and follows the same OSHA sterilization recommendations for hospitals.