New Smile Dental

read moreWhen you have a dental emergency - whether it's caused by a sudden accident or chronic disease - your teeth and/or the tissues of the mouth that surround them need to receive proper care right away. Dentistry encompasses array of services and procedures with a common goal: to help you to preserve your natural teeth, ensure your oral health, and keep you looking and feeling great. We believe that a doctor and patient become a team for treating an individual's dental needs. Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Michael Dounel spends most of his time listening to understand your concerns and responding with the best treatment options for you.

read moreFrom routine cleanings and fillings to bruxism devices, New Smile Dental is equipped to handle all your dental needs. To help you understand your options, we've included descriptions of some of our leading services on this page. Before development of dental implants or mini implants, dentures were the only alternative to replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Implants are synthetic structures that are placed in the area of the tooth normally occupied by the root. Implants are anchored to the jawbone or metal framework on the bone and act as a foundation for an artificial tooth or permanent bridge.

read moreVisit any pharmacy or the health and beauty section of a supermarket today, and you are faced with a large, and many say confusing, array of over-the-counter remedies and devices designed to help you tend to your hygiene and health-care needs. There are many high-quality products on the market today. There is never a suitable substitute for daily brushing and flossing. While some products, including water irrigation devices (or "water picks"), may be useful for specific applications, they may not be as effective as traditional flossing in the removal of plaque.

read moreSealants are liquid coatings that harden on the chewing surfaces of teeth and are showing a great deal of effectiveness in preventing cavities-even on teeth where decay has begun. The pits and grooves of your teeth are prime areas for opportunistic decay. When X-rays pass through your mouth during a dental exam, more X-rays are absorbed by the denser parts (such as teeth and bone) than by soft tissues (such as cheeks and gums) before striking the film. This creates an image on the radiograph. What is flossing?

read moreYour first visit to Michael Dounel, DDS establishes a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information, like your medical history, and give you time to get to know your doctor. To understand what to expect for your first visit to our practice, please read through this page. You'll find all the practical information you need, such as a map and directions to our office, practice hours, payment policies and more. There's also background information about our committed staff and our first visit procedures.

read morePain can occur in any number of places in your mouth: teeth, gums, roots, the palate, tongue and jaw. Cavities are a common culprit causing pain. Untreated cavities can impact nerves because of infections of the tooth and gums. Some dental procedures, such as tooth extractions and oral surgery, may call for our office to prescribe medications before or after a procedure. These medications are used to prevent or fight an infection, or to relieve any post-operative discomfort and pain. There are many methods for relieving oral pain.