Some of the services offered at Donahue Dental are:

Routine cleanings

• Professional teeth cleaning should be performed at least twice a year in order to maintain your oral health.  During these visits a thorough cleaning of your teeth and gums, a complete clinical exam and oral cancer screening are all part of a basic routine cleaning visit at Donahue Dental.  The American Dental Association (ADA) does not recommend a routine dental x-ray at each of these cleaning visits.  Therefore, dental x-ray films will be a part of your cleaning visit when necessary.

Fillings

• From time to time it may become necessary to restore teeth damaged by small areas of decay.  These procedures are done at Donahue Dental with not only your oral health in mind, but also the goal of maintaining or improving the natural appearance of your teeth, with the offering of tooth colored restoration.

Tooth Whitening

• Tooth whitening is a process that lightens discolored enamel and dentin. Studies have shown that proper use of dentist-monitored, whitening systems are an effective way of enhancing your smile. Almost anyone can benefit from tooth whitening. Dr. Donahue can determine if you are a good candidate for home whitening through a thorough oral examination and diagnosis.
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Veneers

• Veneers are a cosmetic process that reshapes the tooth to a more ideal shape and color.  This is done by bonding a thin facing of material onto your existing tooth.
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Crowns

• When decay is more extensive, a crown (cap) is recommended.  The exciting news is now you can have a crown that gives you the strength, beauty, translucency and feel of a natural tooth.
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Inlays

• Defective or unsightly "fillings" can be replaced by ceramic or resin inlays...an exciting tooth colored material that is bonded to the tooth for added support. Instead of simply being held in by cement, this bonding process can improve the strength and beauty of your tooth.

Onlays

• If the damage to the tooth is more extensive and the ceramic or resin covers the entire chewing surface including one or more tooth cusps, the procedure is called an onlay.  Onlays are a conservative restoration utilized to protect the tooth by covering the tooth with a restoration made by a dental laboratory.  These cover the biting surface of the teeth but allow the remaining tooth structure to be conserved as much as possible.  These are great restoration for a tooth that has defective or large fillings or teeth that may need onlays are suitable in a variety of materials.

Dentures

• Complete dentures replace all of the natural teeth in the upper or lower jaw, or both, sitting on the soft (gum) tissue of the mouth that covers the bone ridge. Dr. Donahue may use several different procedures to make sure your denture will fit the shape of your mouth, and provide the necessary support for your face. The design of the complete denture and position of the teeth will restore good speech and appearance.
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Removable partial dentures

• Removable partial dentures are used when there are still natural teeth left. The missing teeth are replaced by this type of denture in an effective and esthetic design that uses both the soft tissue ridge and teeth to hold it securely in place. This tooth replacement is removable by the patient, which makes cleaning easier. The new teeth will look natural and are made from plastic or porcelain (ceramic) materials. The foundation of the partial denture can be plastic or a combination of plastic and metal. Because removable partial dentures use teeth and soft tissue for support, you may be given the opportunity to choose a variety of treatment plans. Dr. Donahue will discuss these options after a thorough examination of your teeth, soft tissue (gums and cheeks), and remaining bone and surrounding anatomy. The examination should also include x-rays (radiographs) and impressions to make models of your mouth. After reviewing all the necessary information with Dr. Donahue you will be able to make an informed choice.

Dental implants

• Dental Implants are substitute or replacement tooth roots. A tooth consists of a crown and a root. The crown is that part of the tooth which is visible in the mouth. The root is under the gum tissue, surrounded by the bone. The crown is supported by the root portion, which is attached to the bone. Implants are placed into the bone so that a prosthetic crown (the visible part of your tooth) can be firmly attached. State-of-the-art technology in implant dentistry makes it possible to provide replacement teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth.
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MDI/Mini implants

• There are a smaller version of a dental implant placed in the bone of the jaw.  The benefit of this conservative treatment is the ability to retain a denture that is otherwise loose.  This procedure can be performed in a single appointment and allow better chewing performance.  Dr. Donahue can help answer any questions you might have about this beneficial option.