Discover Extraordinary Health and Longevity
As a leader in the dental industry, Dr. Franklin is consistently looking for new treatments to improve your oral health. Enjoy a team committed to preventing dental issues before they become more painful, costly problems. Knowing your teeth need to last a lifetime, trust that we care enough to do everything possible to ensure the longevity of your smile.
Perio Therapy
Did you know that most Americans experience some form of periodontal disease? Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease or gingivitis, is an infection of the supportive tissues of the mouth due to toxic bacteria found in plaque. If left untreated, periodontal disease can result in serious problems including tooth loss, bleeding gums, receding gums and bad breath. Work with Dr. Franklin and his trained hygiene team to ensure the health of your gums and smile. After your periodontal health is assessed, our team conducts the appropriate treatment if needed. Rest easy knowing your smile is well taken care of.
Nightguard
Nightguard is a simple solution to protect your teeth and jaw from nighttime teeth grinding and the harmful results that follow. Dr. Franklin provides you with a moldable plastic mouth guard to comfortably fit over your upper teeth. This guard creates a barrier between your upper and lower teeth, cushioning and absorbing the force and pressure of grinding. A Nightguard reduces clenching, grinding and TMJ problems by helping relax the muscles in the jaw. Enjoy the relief of a good night’s sleep!
NTI
Reduce pain associated with nighttime teeth grinding and jaw clenching. The NTI is a revolutionary new device that provides rest for your muscles. It is custom fit to your upper front teeth and provides a flat surface for your lower teeth to rest in the position most comfortable for your jaw muscles. Unlike other appliances in the past, NTI helps break the cycle of grinding or clenching rather than only reducing symptoms.
Root Canal
Damage to your tooth’s inner nerve tissue sometimes requires a root canal procedure. With advancements in dentistry, most root canals are minimally uncomfortable, especially compared to the pain and discomfort you may be feeling before the procedure. Dr. Franklin utilizes the latest technology and dental techniques making root canal procedures more effective while taking less time.
A root canal involves removing the soft tissue within the tooth – also called the pulp – when it has become infected and inflamed. Your dentist gently files the infected tissue out of the root canals of the tooth and fills the void with an inert material. The procedure is completed with the placement of a filling or in some cases, a crown.
Tooth Extraction
Keeping your teeth is always the best and preferred solution. In the instance that one of your teeth cannot be saved, it may be recommended to extract the tooth. To ensure you are comfortable throughout your extraction, our team offers a variety of anesthesia and sedation. This extraction can be done at Dr. Franklin’s office instead of referred to a specialist in the area.
Fillings
When decay, commonly called a cavity, is taken out of your tooth, it has to be replaced with a “filling” material. Traditionally, amalgam (silver) fillings were used to fill these spaces. Because Dr. Franklin offers the latest dentistry, you now may choose tooth-colored fillings that blend in with your teeth for a beautiful, natural-looking restoration. You may even elect to remove your old silver fillings in favor of new, undetectable tooth-colored fillings.