Foundation for a Healthy Smile
Advanced general care for your family’s smiles.
Establishing a dental home is one of the most important things you can do for your family’s well-being. At Northwoods Family Dental, we provide a complete range of general dentistry services designed to be the foundation for a lifetime of dental health. Our unique approach focuses on you as a whole person, incorporating advanced technology to make your care more comfortable and precise.
From preventative oral cancer screenings and cleanings to laser fillings and same day crowns, we are your partners in care, empowering you to achieve your long-term health goals.
Professional Dental Cleanings
The Foundation of Lifelong Oral Health
A professional dental cleaning is one of the most important preventative services we offer and serves as the foundation of your oral health. Even with diligent daily brushing and flossing, plaque and tartar can accumulate in hard-to-reach areas. During your cleaning appointment, our skilled hygienists will carefully remove these harmful deposits from your teeth and along the gumline.
This process not only helps prevent cavities and gum disease but also removes surface stains, leaving your smile feeling fresh and looking bright. Regular dental cleanings are essential for maintaining your oral health and supporting the wellness of your entire body.
Oral Cancer Screenings
Early Detection for Your Peace of Mind
An oral cancer screening is a critical and potentially life-saving part of every routine dental visit. Early detection is key to a successful outcome, and we are committed to providing the most thorough evaluation possible by using advanced technology. Our practice uses the REVEAL Dental Fluorescence System, a blue light scan that helps us identify abnormal tissue that may not be visible to the naked eye.
This quick, painless screening allows us to check the tongue, gums, cheeks, and other soft tissues for any signs of concern, providing you with invaluable peace of mind about your oral health.
Fluoride Varnish
Strengthening Enamel for Cavity Prevention
Fluoride varnish is a highly effective professional treatment designed to strengthen your teeth and make them more resistant to decay. Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral that helps to remineralize tooth enamel weakened by acids from bacteria and sugars in the mouth. We provide a professional-strength fluoride varnish application that is quickly and easily painted onto the teeth.
This treatment provides a powerful, concentrated dose of fluoride that helps protect against cavities between your dental visits. It is a safe and beneficial procedure for both children and adults who are prone to cavities.
Dental Sealants
A Simple and Effective Cavity Prevention
Dental sealants are a simple and powerful tool in the fight against cavities, especially for children and teenagers. A sealant is a thin, protective coating that is painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth, or molars. These surfaces often contain deep pits and grooves where food particles and bacteria can easily become trapped, leading to decay. The sealant flows into these grooves and hardens, creating a smooth, protective shield that seals out plaque and acid.
The procedure is quick, painless, and provides years of effective protection from one of the most common sites of tooth decay.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
Anesthetic-Free Fillings With Laser Technology
When a tooth develops a cavity, we restore its health and function using modern, tooth-colored fillings. To ensure the earliest and most accurate diagnosis, we use advanced technology, including a blue light scan and artificial intelligence (AI) for cavity detection. For the procedure itself, our practice is proud to use the Solea dental laser, a revolutionary CO2 laser that often allows us to perform fillings without any anesthetic or drilling.
This makes the experience significantly more comfortable and anxiety-free. The composite material is matched to your natural tooth shade, providing a durable restoration that is virtually invisible.
Root Canal Therapy
Relieving Tooth Pain and Restoring Health
A root canal treatment is a crucial procedure designed to save a natural tooth that has become severely infected or decayed. When the soft inner tissue of a tooth, known as the pulp, becomes inflamed or infected, it can cause significant pain and lead to an abscess.
During a root canal treatment, the doctor carefully removes the damaged pulp, cleans and disinfects the inside of the tooth, and then fills and seals the space. This treatment eliminates the infection and relieves the pain, allowing us to save a tooth that might otherwise need to be extracted, thereby preserving your natural smile.
Crowns
Restoring Your Tooth With CEREC Technology
A dental crown is a custom-made restoration that covers a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. We are proud to offer same day crowns using the latest CEREC technology, including the Primescan, which allows us to model your tooth without the messiness of traditional impressions, and an on-site Primemill allows us to fabricate your new crown in-office. These tools allow us to design, create, and place your permanent crown in a single, convenient appointment.
All our crowns are crafted from high-quality, durable materials like zirconia and e.max to ensure a beautiful and long-lasting result. This advanced service is perfect for patients with busy lifestyles who need efficient, quality care.
Tooth Extractions
Gentle Tooth Removal for Your Health
While our primary goal is always to save your natural teeth, a tooth extraction is sometimes necessary to protect your overall oral health. A tooth may need to be removed if it is severely decayed, damaged beyond repair, or causing crowding. We perform gentle tooth extractions for most teeth. Our team ensures you are comfortable throughout the procedure.
Removing a compromised tooth can be the first step in eliminating infection and pain, allowing us to later replace it with a bridge or implant restoration to fully restore your smile.
Periodontal Therapy
Managing Gum Disease for Better Health
Periodontal (gum) disease is an infection of the tissues that hold your teeth in place and is a leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Our periodontal therapy services are designed to manage the disease and restore your gums to a healthier state.
Depending on the stage of the disease, treatment may involve deep dental cleanings (scaling and root planing) to remove plaque and tartar deposits below the gumline. Addressing gum disease is crucial not only for your oral health, but for your overall wellness.
Nightguards and Mouth Guards
Digitally Designed for a Perfect Fit
We provide custom-made nightguards and mouth guards to protect your teeth from damage. For patients who clench or grind their teeth at night (a condition called bruxism), a custom nightguard provides a protective barrier to prevent wear and tear. For athletes, a custom mouth guard offers superior protection from sports-related injuries compared to over-the-counter options.
We use modern digital impressions to ensure every guard is fabricated for a perfect, comfortable custom fit, providing the best possible protection for your smile.
Sedation Options
Making Your Dental Visit Calm and Relaxing
We understand dental visits can cause anxiety for many people, and we are committed to making your experience as comfortable as possible. Our practice offers a range of sedation options to help you relax. These include nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral sedation, which involves taking a prescribed medication before your appointment.
For patients who require a deeper level of sedation, we partner with Elite Anesthesia, a professional mobile anesthesia service, to provide full anesthesia safely and conveniently in our office.
Other Services
Making Your Dental Care Accessible
We believe that managing the financial aspects of your care should be as simple and stress-free as possible. Our office provides several convenient payment options to suit your needs. We accept all major credit cards and CareCredit financing to help you fit your treatment into your budget.
For patients with dental coverage, we will gladly bill your insurance provider to ensure you receive your maximum benefits. We also offer an in-house dental membership plan, which is an excellent option for patients without insurance.
Dr. K and her entire team are amazing! I recently went in for 4 cavities (don’t judge!) and was pleasantly surprised that I didn’t have to deal with discomfort or pain— they have a new laser that works effortlessly. Great people, wonderful work and reasonable pricing— I recommend Northwoods Family Dental to anyone. 
BROOKE B.