FAQ

Dental bonding is a cosmetic procedure where tooth-colored resin is applied and hardened with a special light to repair chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth.

A dental bridge fills the gap left by one or more missing teeth using crowns on adjacent teeth as anchors.

Yes, they are fixed in place and not removable like dentures.

Most patients benefit from a dental checkup and cleaning every 6 months.

Cleanings are generally not painful, but patients with sensitive gums may experience mild discomfort.

While Dr. Gould provides amazing dental care for veterans - active and inactive service personel - his practice is also open to families. This has been the case since 1980.

A crown is a cap placed over a damaged tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength.

Crowns can last 10–15 years or more with proper care.

Fillings restore teeth damaged by decay, preventing further breakdown and restoring function.

Common options include composite (tooth-colored), amalgam (silver), and gold.

Severe tooth pain, knocked-out teeth, broken restorations, or facial swelling should be treated as emergencies.

Typically we offer same-day or next-day emergency care.

It can be caused by gum disease, aggressive brushing, or genetics.

Gingivitis (early stage) is reversible with treatment, but advanced periodontal disease requires ongoing care.

Night guards help protect your teeth from grinding (bruxism) during sleep.

Yes, sports mouth guards are designed to absorb impact and protect during physical activity.

Modern root canals are typically no more uncomfortable than getting a filling.

Root canals treat infected or inflamed tooth pulp to save the tooth.

It’s a deep cleaning that removes plaque and tartar from below the gum line to treat gum disease.

No, it's a more intensive treatment for patients with periodontal disease.

Teeth may be extracted due to decay, damage, crowding, or infection.

Mild discomfort and swelling are normal and usually resolve within a few days.

Cosmetic Dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of teeth, gums, and smile.

While primarily aesthetic, some treatments can also improve oral health.

Yes, professional treatments are stronger, faster, and produce longer-lasting results.

No, when performed correctly, whitening is safe for enamel.

Thin, custom-made shells that cover the front of teeth to improve shape, size, or color.

Veneers are a permanent cosmetic solution since some enamel is removed during placement.

A procedure that reshapes gum tissue to expose more of a tooth, often for cosmetic or restorative reasons.

Mild discomfort is common, but healing is typically quick with proper care.

They gradually move teeth into position using a series of custom, removable trays.

Most cases take 6–18 months, depending on complexity.

Implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jaw to support crowns, bridges, or dentures.

Yes, with good care, they can last a lifetime.

Solea is a needle-free, drill-free laser system used for fillings, soft tissue work, and more—often without anesthesia.

Most procedures are performed in just minutes! Your time is valuable, so our goal is to eliminate multiple visits!

Solea is a dental laser that is FDA approved to cut teeth, gums, and bone. This means the doctor can treat most dental procedures such as cavities, gingivectomies, frenectomies, and fibroma removals to name a few. Dr. can perform these procedures reliably blood and anesthesia-free in most cases!

Solea is a dental laser that can treat dental disease more precisely than a traditional dental drill. The prepped surface the laser leaves behind is more conducive for the bonding of tooth-colored fillings all while creating 98% fewer dental aerosols!

The Solea laser is not a replacement for dental check-ups and does not remove plaque or calculus from teeth.

Solea is safe and a great option to use if the patient is pregnant and/or if the patient has a pacemaker. Solea is non-ionizing radiation.

Botox can treat TMJ issues, reduce jaw pain, and smooth facial lines around the mouth.

Yes, when administered by a trained dental professional.

A dental bridge anchored by implants instead of natural teeth.

It’s more stable and doesn’t rely on adjacent teeth for support.

Yes, they offer superior stability, comfort, and function.

Some are removable by the patient, while others are fixed by the dentist.

It’s the surgical removal of gum tissue to treat gum disease or improve smile aesthetics.

Yes, especially in cases of severe gum overgrowth or uneven gum lines.

A customized treatment plan that restores all or most of the teeth in both the upper and lower jaws.

Patients with severe dental damage, decay, trauma, or congenital conditions.

A minor surgical procedure that removes or reshapes the frenum (tissue that restricts movement under the tongue or lip).

To improve speech, breastfeeding, or dental alignment.

A procedure to rebuild jawbone structure before placing implants.

Mild soreness is common, but discomfort is manageable and temporary.

A full arch of teeth supported by just four strategically placed dental implants.

Yes, it provides a secure, fixed alternative to traditional dentures.

In most cases, Solea can be used to remove old silver fillings minimizing the loss of tooth structure.

With good care, bonding can last 3 to 10 years before needing touch-ups or replacement.