As a general dentist, Dr. Dooley provides a vast array of dental services. One of her fundamental beliefs is the importance of teaching patients how to take care of their mouths and how to keep a healthy smile. Her goal is for you to keep your natural teeth for your lifetime. The idea is to prevent decay and periodontal disease from ever happening. We place a strong emphasis on oral health and hygiene in our office. At a routine visit, you will likely have a thorough examination of your mouth (including teeth, gums, and other structures and an oral cancer exam), a professional cleaning, and a discussion about your dental and overall health. Dr. Dooley is very thorough and will ensure that any of your questions are addressed.
Regular exams, including diagnostic digital x-rays, and professional teeth cleanings are a cornerstone of prevention. We want to identify risk factors or small problems early and then correct them before they become big problems.
In terms of routine dental appointments, there isn’t a single schedule that fits all patients. Depending on your individual circumstances, Dr. Dooley may recommend seeing you twice a year, every three months, or another interval.
Dr. Dooley does not specialize in just one area of dentistry. She can provide many different services for you and your family, such as:
- Cosmetic procedures
- Crowns and bridges
- Composite restorations/fills
- Dental implants and implant crowns
- Full or partial dentures
- Gum disease treatment
- Occlusal/night guards
- Oral surgery
- Sealants
- Nutritional counseling
- Teeth whitening
The above list is not meant to be all inclusive but should give you an idea of the many different types of treatment that we offer our patients. The two primary procedure not provided by our office is orthodontics. We work with several specialists in this area in order to provide a complete solution for you. Our goal is to provide excellent dental care to patients of all ages in a comfortable and friendly environment.
