For the Beauty of Cosmetic Dentistry, West Orange Residents come to D & G Dental of West Orange

March 15, 2015

92589293Although the number one priority of a dental practice is the health of patients’ smiles, at D & G Dental of West Orange in West Orange, NJ, we understand that you also want your smile to be as attractive as possible. That’s why we offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures. For trustworthy cosmetic dentistry, West Orange, NJ, makes the short trip to D & G Dental of West Orange.

Teeth Whitening

Probably the most popular of our cosmetic dentistry treatments is teeth whitening. We offer Zoom! in-office teeth whitening for the fastest results possible, as well as an at-home system if you prefer to whiten your teeth on your own schedule in the privacy of your own home. We also have what we call the Whitening for Life Program, which allows you to maintain your beautifully white smile with complementary teeth whitening gel that you’ll be given after each checkup.

Cosmetic Bonding and Porcelain Veneers

For patients with chipped or slightly cracked teeth, misaligned or misshaped teeth, or teeth that have unsightly gaps, D & G Dental of West Orange offers cosmetic bonding or porcelain veneers. With cosmetic bonding, one of our dentists uses the same strong composite resin material used for white fillings to rebuild and sculpt damaged teeth. We’ll select the shade that most closely matches the color of your natural teeth, although you may want to consider teeth whitening before this procedure.

Porcelain veneers are thin layers of dental porcelain that are adhesively bonded to the facial side of teeth in your smile zone, thereby creating an entirely new smile. These veneers not only conceal the imperfections in your smile, they also help shield your teeth from further damage.

Invisalign

If your teeth are crooked, but you don’t want the hassle or the appearance of traditional metal braces, don’t despair. Invisalign clear plastic aligners straighten teeth almost invisibly, as the name suggests. You’ll wear each set in a series of aligners for about two weeks each, removing them only to eat and drink, or brush and floss. After about a year of treatment, you’ll see the straight smile you’ve always wanted.

Call Our Office Today

To learn more about the cosmetic dentistry, West Orange, NJ, trusts, call the office of D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ. We conveniently serve patients from Livingston, Verona, and Bloomfield and beyond.

For the Best in General Dentistry, West Orange, NJ comes to D & G Dental of West Orange

February 15, 2015

465162307The first and foremost job of a dentist is prevention. If your dentist can prevent dental problems from occurring in the first place, then you are on your way to a smile that is healthy and beautiful for the long run. As general dentists, D & G Dental of West Orange, in West Orange, NJ, offers a long list of services to help you and your family avoid oral health concerns. People in Montclair, NJ, rely on D & G Dental for general dentistry for all of their family’s dental needs.

At the top of the list of services at D & G Dental is regular checkups. Our dentists would like to see you and your family members at least two times each year. With this degree of regularity, we can keep tabs on your dental health and notice any marked changes that might warrant further attention. At these checkups, we’ll:

  • Clean your teeth and remove any plaque buildup;
  • Assess the health of your gums to find warning signs of periodontal disease;
  • Take digital x-rays when necessary to uncover any hidden spots of decay; and
  • Conduct an oral cancer screening.

Of course, if we find any developing problems such as tooth decay or gingivitis—the early stage of periodontal disease—then because you’ve regularly scheduled checkups, we can treat any condition early before it gets out of hand.

Other General Dentistry Services for Montclair

D & G Dental wants everyone in your family to enjoy optimal oral health, so we provide special treatment for the youngest citizens in Montclair and beyond. Our children’s dentistry is geared toward providing developing smiles with the added attention they need, including fluoride treatments and dental sealants.

For the athlete in your family, we can design a custom mouthguard to protect their teeth, tongue and gums while they compete. And if there’s someone who snores nightly—a possible sign of a chronic health condition called sleep apnea—then talk to one of our dentists about a custom nightguard.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If it’s time for you and your family to see the dentist, then call D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ. Our general dentistry practice also serves patients from Montclair as well as Livingston, Verona, Bloomfield and beyond.

Solve the Problems Associated with Missing Teeth with Dental Implants in West Orange, NJ

January 15, 2015

184898853 (1)If you have one or more missing teeth then you know that the consequences can be serious. Most obvious is the effect even one missing tooth can have on your smile. Hard not to notice, isn’t it? Beyond that you may have trouble eating healthy foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables, and there may even be times when speaking is difficult. If this is you, then you should consider dental implants. These modern dental wonders are the tooth restoration that most closely mimic natural teeth. With dental implants, the dentists at D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ, have restored smiles to patients from throughout Northern New Jersey.

What is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is really made up of two parts: the part you see and the part you don’t. The part you don’t see is a titanium post that is implanted into the jawbone beneath the open socket of your missing tooth. This post fuses with the bone tissue, thereby providing stability and better health. Without a tooth root, the surrounding bone tissue begins to deteriorate, which can cause facial sagging. Dental implants not only provide a permanent tooth replacement, they also prevent this deterioration.

The part of a dental implant that you do see is the crown. After a few months when you’ve healed from the implant surgery, which is performed by our oral surgeon, you’ll return to D & G Dental to have your custom crown cemented into place. The result is a tooth restoration that looks, feels and functions like a natural tooth. And with regular brushing and flossing, your dental implant can last a lifetime.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If you are ready to restore your smile with dental implants, then call D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ, today. We also serve patients from the surrounding communities of Livingston, Montclair, Verona and Bloomfield and beyond.

Get Pain Relief with TMJ Therapy in West Orange, NJ

December 15, 2014

167121308Oh, your aching head, neck, shoulders, jaw and back! Really? Then you need to see the dentist. That may sound strange, but all of those aches and pains could be due to temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMJ. At D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ, our dentists treat these discomforts with TMJ therapy.

You may never have heard of the temporomandibular joints—even though they are positioned on either side of your head just in front of your ears. These joints allow you to open and close your mouth, whether to speak, chew or yawn. Sometimes, however, the function of these joints becomes compromised, thus causing pain and other symptoms including:

  • A clicking or popping sound when you open your mouth
  • Earache or congestion in the absence of infection
  • Bite misalignment
  • Sensitive teeth
  • Swelling on the side of your face

Although TMJ may be caused by traumatic injury to the face or head, the most common circumstance that brings on TMJ dysfunction is an improper bite. A misaligned bite may force the jaw to compensate in order for the upper and lower teeth to fit together. Another cause is nighttime teeth grinding and clenching. This may lead to uneven surfaces on the teeth, which like a misaligned bite, force the jaw out of place.

TMJ Therapy to the Rescue

If nighttime teeth grinding and clenching are part of the problem, then a custom-designed nightguard may go a long way toward eliminating painful symptoms. Worn at night, this oral appliance can reduce stress on the jaw, as well as prevent the excessive wear and tear on teeth that grinding and clenching cause. Additional treatment recommendations may include stress relievers such as exercise, meditation, talk therapy and stretching.

Call Our Office Today

If you suspect that you or a loved one might be dealing with the pain of TMJ dysfunction, then schedule an appointment with D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ. We also conveniently serve patients from Livingston, Montclair, Verona and Bloomfield and surrounding communities.

Stay Calm and Call D & G Dental of West Orange, NJ, for Sedation Dentistry

November 15, 2014

76132811If you have a phobia about seeing the dentist, fear no more. With sedation dentistry you can recline and relax while those overdue dental treatments are taken care of for you. Dr. Medhat Dawoud and Dr. Ghobadi of D & G Dental of West Orange, NJ, understand the anxiety that dental appointments can generate for some patients. With this in mind, D & G Dental offers the option of sedation dentistry to calm your nerves, ease your fears and make your visit to the dentist a more pleasant experience.

The Types of Sedation Dentistry

D & G Dental offers two types of sedation dentistry. The first is nitrous oxide, which is more commonly known as laughing gas. With this kind of sedation, a small mask is placed over your nose for you to inhale a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen immediately before and during your dental procedure. In a matter of seconds as the nitrous oxide enters your system, you will feel an overall sense of relaxation and well-being. You won’t be unconscious, so the doctor will be able to converse with you. When your treatment is finished, the mask is removed and in a few minutes the gas wears off without any side effects.

The other type of sedation dentistry at D & G Dental is oral conscious sedation, which is typically used for more involved treatments that require more time in the dentist’s chair. In this case you will take an anti-anxiety pill at a prescribed time before your appointment. You’ll arrive at the office feeling much less anxious and far more relaxed. With oral conscious sedation, a friend or family member will need to accompany you to your appointment and take you home.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If you’ve been delaying an important dental procedure because visiting the dentist makes you anxious, then call the office of D & G Dental today and ask about sedation dentistry. Dr. Dawoud and Dr. Ghobadi serve patients in West Orange, NJ, Livingston, Montclair, Verona and Bloomfield and the surrounding communities.

Brighten Your Smile with Teeth Whitening!

October 15, 2014

103801783Many people take their smiles very seriously, and they are willing to do whatever it takes to make sure it looks perfect at all times. Because many people consider a smile a first impression, people want to ensure that their smiles make a lasting, positive first impression no matter where they are. Unfortunately, if your smile is less than perfect, it can cause someone to feel insecure about the way they look, and can also affect the way they interact with the people around them. Our smiles collect stains over the years, and it can really affect the overall look as time goes on. Fortunately, Dr. Medhat Dawoud and Dr. Ghobadi are able to brighten the smiles of their patients by offering teeth whitening at their West Orange, NJ dental office.

There are so many things that play a role in dulling the brightness of our smiles. Things such wine, tea, coffee, certain medications, genetics, dyes in food, tobacco products, and even the natural process of aging all contribute to our smiles being less than dazzling. The silver lining is that our doctors are able to restore your smile to its radiant brilliance, allowing you to feel confident when you smile and improve the way you feel about yourself.

We offer two options for our patients to whiten their smiles, making sure each one is convenient and delivers amazing results. We have in-office teeth whitening with Zoom! Whitening. This is able to brighten your smile up to ten shades in as little as an hour. When you come in for your appointment, our doctors will place a whitening gel onto your smile and activate it with a light. As you sit and wait, years of stains are effortlessly being lifted from your smile. At the end of the appointment, your smile is noticeably whiter!

The second option is at-home teeth whitening, which appeals to those who wish to have a more gradual change in their smiles. We will make custom whitening trays, meaning your cosmetic procedure is completely tailored to fit your needs. We will also supply you with the whitening gel you will use to fill the trays. Simply wear the whitening trays for a certain amount of time each day, and in about two weeks, you will see the full results! If you would like our doctors to help whitening your smile using teeth whitening, contact our office today!

If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.

Have Healthy Gums with Periodontal Disease Therapy

September 17, 2014

472315273Many people think that as long as their smiles are aligned and white, their smiles are healthy. Although both are definitely appealing when it comes to smiles, your teeth are not the only component in making sure your smile is in optimal health. Having healthy gums are essential to having a healthy smile, and many people are not aware of that fact. Periodontal disease is definitely something that should be handled immediately, as it has the potential to cause harm to other areas of your body. Luckily, Dr. Medhat Dawoud is able to tackle your periodontal disease by offering periodontal disease therapy at his West Orange, NJ dental office.

Many people are not even aware of the fact that they have periodontal disease, allowing it to take over their mouths and wreak havoc on their smiles. If left untreated, periodontal disease has the potential to cause heart disease, bone loss, tooth loss, dementia, stroke, and other awful occurrences. If you are unaware as to whether or not you are living with periodontal disease, a couple of side effects include red and swollen gums, gums that bleed when you brush or floss, bad breath, and tender gums. It is important to contact our office immediately if you are suffering from any of these symptoms.

One way Dr. Dawoud is able to handle your periodontal disease is by scaling and root planing. This allows us to remove the harmful bacteria from below and along the gum line. Dr. Dawoud will also be able to smooth out your tooth’s root that has been roughened by the bacteria in your smile. This deep cleaning will put you back on the track to excellent oral health! If you feel as though you are suffering from periodontal disease and would like Dr. Dawoud’s help, contact our office today!

If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.

Straighten Your Smile Seamlessly with Invisalign!

August 15, 2014

shutterstock_100322954Not being able to be completely confident in your smile is something that is never easy to live with. Whether it is the color of your smile or the minor imperfections, having insecurities about the way you look is never an easy thing to go through. For many people, they are unhappy with the alignment of their smile. They may have considered braces, but immediately turned away because of the thought of having a mouth full of metal. Because many people consider a smile a first impression, it is important to make sure your first impression is always flawless. In order to help their patients achieve a great, aligned smile, Dr. Medhat Dawoud and Dr. Ghobadi offer their patients Invisalign.

Invisalign has been able to help thousands of people achieve the smile of their dreams through a series of aligning trays. Each tray signifies a stage in your straightening process, and as time goes on, and with the more trays you use, your smile gradually gets straighter. One of the biggest advantages to Invisalign is the fact the trays sit nearly invisibly on your smile. You are able to look like your natural self all while getting the orthodontic treatment you deserve. Your aligning trays are custom made just for you, that way your treatment is personalized. Invisalign can be used to treat overbites, underbites, crossbites, crowding, and spacing.

Another great thing about Invisalign is that you are able to experience better oral hygiene and health with this form of orthodontic treatment. Whenever you need to eat, drink, brush, or floss, simply remove the tray and reapply when needed! If you want our doctors to help you achieve a beautifully straight smile with Invisalign, contact our office today!

If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.

Have a Flawless Smile with Cosmetic Bonding

July 3, 2014

shutterstock_115167076Many people take the way they look seriously, always wanting to make sure that they look the best they can. Whether it is their hair, nails, or body, many people put in a lot of effort in achieving the way they would like to look, not only to make themselves feel better, but to make a good impression on other people. In regards to your smile, there are many ways that someone can be less than confident with their teeth. Chips, cracks, or stains here and there can diminish the overall appearance of your smile, and some may not know how to get their smiles back to looking beautiful and healthy. Dr. Medhat Dawoud is able to bring your smile back to perfection by covering up minor blemishes by using cosmetic bonding.

Cosmetic bonding is a wonderful way to easily remedy minor smile blemishes, and it gets the job done easily. Also, with cosmetic bonding, we want to keep as much of your original tooth structure in tact as possible, leaving you with a more organic, beautiful smile. Especially now that summer is here, you want your smile to shine as bright as the summer sun and have it be flawless!

Cosmetic bonding works by mixing composite resin, having it exactly match your smile. If you have a space between your teeth, cosmetic bonding is able to rectify it with ease, and is able to deliver the smile you have always wanted. Also, if you have a chip in your smile, cosmetic bonding is able to help that, too! This noninvasive, simple cosmetic procedure is able to deliver amazing results with ease and give you a bright, perfect smile!

If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.

Have A Flawless Smile for Summer with Porcelain Veneers!

June 16, 2014

shutterstock_192589115One of the biggest things people are doing right now is preparing for summer. Whether it is getting their hair done or buying all of the food to make for the perfect outdoor barbeque, everyone is excited to finally be able relax and have some fun in the summer sun! One thing people may be overlooking is getting their smiles ready for the season! If you have crooked, misaligned, chipped, or stained teeth, you may feel as though your smile will never be exactly the way you want it. There is no doubt you will meet many new people and reconnect with old friends this summer, and you may find it important to look the best you can. Fortunately, Dr. Medhat Dawoud is able to give you the smile of your dreams thanks to porcelain veneers.

The start to getting your porcelain veneers begins with a consultation with Dr. Dawoud. There, he will be able to fully assess your smile in its current state, as well as ask you about your future goals regarding your smile. This will also give you the chance to address any questions or concerns you may have, as we want you to be fully informed throughout the entire procedure. Once it is determined that you are a candidate, that is where the fun and excitement begins!

Your natural tooth is prepared for your porcelain veneers by removing a small bit of enamel. This way, we are sure your mouth has enough space for your new smile! Your custom made porcelain veneers are then added, and are made permanent with dental resin cement. A simple procedure, but at the end, you are left with a completely new smile that anyone would be proud of showing off! If you are curious as to how we can help give your smile the makeover you deserve just in time for summer with porcelain veneers, make an appointment today, and the entire D & G Dental of West Orange team will be glad to help!

If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.

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