Portable DENTISTRY
Treating Patients in their Familiar Environment and Helping Those Who Have Limited Mobility Receive Care
Services we offer:
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Comprehensive Exams
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Generally done in person, but may be a combination of in person and teledentistry​
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Limited Emergency Exams​
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Generally done with teledentistry​
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Periodic Exams:
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In person and through teledentistry
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This determination is made by the dentist. ​
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X-rays​
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Generally will be taken by the hygienist and read by the dentist offsite but also may be taken by the dentist.
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Professional Cleanings ​
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These are generally done by our hygienists​, however may be done by the dentist if hygienist is unavailable.
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Fluoride Varnish: ​
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This is a sticky substance that contains fluoride and helps strengthen the teeth. It helps prevent cavities. ​
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Chemical Cavities Control : ​
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Sometimes we can manage oral disease with topical chemicals. The most commonly used chemical for this is called Silver Diamine Fluoride. This does well to control the cavity, but leaves a black stain where the cavity is on the tooth.
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Fillings​
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We do composite (white), amalgam (silver), and glass ionomer (white) materials.​
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Extractions: ​
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We are very limited on what we offer with extractions, we often have patients see the oral surgeon or come into a more traditional clinic for extractions.​
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Denture Adjustments/repair:​
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We do minor adjustments and minor repair
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We are working on developing a regular oral hygiene program that will help residents regularly on brushing and flossing. This is currently being piloted with a few volunteer patients. We look forward to having this be a service in the future. ​
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We do NOT offer the Following Services:
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We do not make dentures or partial dentures
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We do not offer crowns, veneers, bridges, or implants
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We do not offer whitening
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We are currently at capacity and are not longer contracting with new facilities.
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