Procedures Offered by Clay Center
Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Rick Hammel

Cosmetic Dentistry

• Bonding is a wonderful and safe technique for fixing cosmetic flaws in teeth
• Cosmetic Fillings are a tooth-colored alternative to traditional amalgam fillings
• Crowns and Bridges are restorations of the visible structure of a severely damaged tooth
• Specialty Dentures are removable replacement teeth
• Gum Recontouring procedures change the shape and appearance of gums
• Implants are a better solution to the problem of missing teeth
• Veneers are thin shells of plastic or porcelain that cover just the visible portion of your teeth.
• Whitening is a safe and effective way to quickly deliver a dramatic change to your smile

Sedation Dentistry

• Nitrous Oxide is an effective way to help you stay comfortable during a dental procedure
• Oral Sedation is an option for patients to be comfortably sedated through a dental visit

Preventative Dentistry

• Cleaning is part of a proper oral hygiene program
• Dental Examinations are a crucial part of preventative dentistry
• Polishing is often the last step of a dental cleaning, scaling, and some restorative procedures
• Scaling is a deep-cleaning procedure
• X-Rays take pictures called radiographs that show the interior of dental structures

Dental Problems

• Abscessed Tooth is a painful condition caused by infection
• Bad Breath (Halitosis) is common and often has a dental cause
• Cavities and Tooth Decay is the process of a tooth’s mineral content being dissolved
• Dry Mouth is caused by an inadequate supply of saliva
• Gum Disease (Gingivitis) is an inflammation of the gums
• Impacted/Wisdom Teeth are teeth that fail to properly emerge through the gums
• Oral Cancer can be detected early and Dr. Hammel and Dr. Neill can be your first line of defense
• Periodontal Disease (Periodontics) is advanced gum disease
• Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that coats teeth
• Sensitive Teeth is a very common problem that can be treated effectively
• Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) is either the clenching or grinding of teeth
• Toothaches are commonly caused by the presence of a cavity or an abscess

Treatment

• Braces/Invisalign can correct a “bad bite” by exerting a gentle pressure to straighten teeth
• Extractions/Wisdom Tooth Removal is a safe and routine procedure for the removal of a tooth
• Root Canal is a dental procedure designed to remove infection from the soft center of a tooth
• Sealants protect teeth from tooth decay by adding a protective layer to keep out plaque

General Dentistry

• Adult Care and Prevention is focused on the fight against plaque
• Advanced Dental Technology is used by Dr. Hammel and Dr. Neill as well as state-of-the-art equipment
• Children Care and Preventation is important to make sure there are no early problems
• Laser Dentistry is one of the most exciting new advances in dentistry
• Same Day Emergency Dental Care is offered by Dr. Hammel and Dr. Neill