Gary Burkhart Dentistry Offers Cosmetic Dentistry

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BARTONSVILLE, PA: Dr. Gary Burkhart, the founder of Gary Burkhart Dentistry in the Bartonsville, PA area, (http://garyburkhartdentistry.com), is offering Cosmetic Dentistry including: teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and cosmetic bonding and shaping.

The term “cosmetic dentistry” usually refers to any dental procedures that improve the person’s appearance but not necessarily the function of a person’s teeth. The main focus of cosmetic dentistry is on improving the aesthetics and appearance of the teeth, by changing the shape, color, alignment, size, and overall appearance of the person’s teeth.

Cosmetic dentistry can include:

• Adding material to teeth, such as bonding, veneers, or crowns
• Removing material such as enamel either in preparation for fitting veneers or crowns, or as a final step in changing the shape of the teeth
• Procedures such as teeth whitening
• Straightening of the teeth (braces)

Dr. Burkhart stated “For cracks or unevenness in tooth enamel; cosmetic bonding and shaping can be very effective in paving over the cracks and evening out the surface of your teeth. If teeth are chipped, they are too short, or are permanently stained, you can get veneers. A porcelain veneer is a very thin, tooth-shaped piece of ceramic, used to conceal a damaged tooth. For crooked teeth, braces can straighten them out. Strong, healthy teeth are an important part of physical and psychological health. When your natural teeth are showing signs of visible wear and tear, get them repaired and once again you can eat, talk, and smile with confidence. There are many options for improving your smile. Contact a dentist in your area to figure out which procedures will help you get the results you’re looking for.”

Dr. Gary Burkhart graduated from Temple University in Philadelphia in 1983 and from Temple University Dental School in 1988. He began practicing dentistry in 1988, and opened his own dental practice in Tannersville, PA in 1989, and moved his practice to its current location in Bartonsville, PA in April 2000. Dr. Burkhart can be reached via his websites at http://garyburkhartdentistry.com, or http://garyburkhartdmd.com, or http://dentistgaryburkhart.com, or by calling 570-620-0440.

Dentist Gary Burkhart Gives the 3 Most Important Reasons Why Regular Dental Checkups Are a Must

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BARTONSVILLE, PA – Dentist Gary Burkhart (http://garyburkhartdentistry.com), in Bartonsville is urging people to get dental care regularly, and listing out numerous reasons showing the various benefits of regular dental care.

Everyone is busy these days. Whether it’s due to apprehension or a busy schedule, it’s easy to just consider canceling that 6 month dental checkup visit. Because it won’t really matter, right? However, the folks at Gary Burkhart Dentistry point out that there are 3 extremely vital reasons to keep those six month dental appointments.

1. Gum Disease
Tartar and plaque buildup can cause tooth decay and also erode your gum tissues. This buildup creates infections at the point where the gum is touching your tooth, which then causes the gums to pull away from teeth. It is vital to have regular oral checkups in order to catch this disease and to stop it from causing more damage to your gums.

2. Detection of Oral Cancer
There are several serious diseases like oral cancer that can manifest themselves in different ways. Without early detection this disease can progress quickly and become life threatening. It is easy to treat with the right dentist care and knowledge. Having a highly trained professional give you an oral checkup for early warning signs is the safest and most hygienic way to protect your teeth.

3. Cavities
While we know that daily brushing and flossing are vital and we can do this ourselves, there are some parts of our mouth that are difficult for us to reach. This is where visiting your dentist for a 6-month checkup comes in handy. In order to prevent cavities, which will result in having a filling in your mouth for the rest of your life, it’s easier, smarter, and less costly to have regular six month dental visits.

Dr. Gary Burkhart stated “Gum disease is the single biggest reason patients lose their teeth, and it’s painless while it’s happening, so you don’t notice it until it is too late! Dentists are not just concerned with fixing your teeth, but also with maintaining your overall oral health with your six month dental visits. We want to ensure that you do not end up needing severe dental procedures like implants or dentures, later in life, by regular oral checkups now. Any difficulty in rearranging your schedule now could save you quite a bit of money, pain, and your future health in the long run.”

Dr. Gary Burkhart graduated from Temple University in Philadelphia in 1983 and from Temple University Dental School in 1988. He began practicing dentistry in 1988, and opened his own dental practice in Tannersville, PA in 1989, and moved his practice to its current location in Bartonsville, PA in April 2000. Dr. Burkhart can be reached via his websites at http://garyburkhartdentistry.com, or http://dentistgaryburkhart.com/, or http://dmdgaryburkhart.com/, or by calling 570-620-0440.

Gary Burkhart Dentistry Announces Same Day Service For Crowns

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BARTONSVILLE, PA: Dr. Gary Burkhart, the founder of Gary Burkhart Dentistry in the Bartonsville, PA area, (http://garyburkhartdentistry.com), announces the availability of same day crowns which can be completed in one visit (about an hour), without requiring any follow-up visits or needed adjustments.

It sometimes occurs that a tooth becomes badly decayed or damaged, resulting in the need for a crown or cap to be installed. The purpose of the crown is to bring the tooth back to its original appearance and restore functionality. A crown starts at the gum line and covers the whole tooth and it is custom made for each patient.

Dr. Burkhart states “Because of new innovations that have occurred, a custom crown can be produced in one visit. It used to be that a patient had to make several trips to the dentist for a dental crown. It would involve getting a temporary crown and going through some uncomfortable procedures, while waiting a few weeks for the permanent crown to be made. Dental impressions or temporary crowns are no longer needed. The permanent crown is ready immediately. As before, the tooth is prepared for the crown by numbing the area and removing any decay. Then the tooth is shaped to fit inside the new crown. With new technology, the tooth has a reflective powder dusted over it, rather than the past procedure of using messy impression material. The reflective powder allows us to get pictures of the tooth using a special camera that reflects light from the powder, creating a 3D image of the prepared tooth that is then computerized and used in making the design for the new crown.”

“Any adjustments that need to be made to the crown are done before sending it to a special 3D carving “printer” for milling. This machine carves your cap from a ceramic block that has been made a shade as close as possible to your natural tooth color. The procedure only takes five minutes any additional adjustments in color are made to the cap. It is then installed and bonded to the old tooth. It is possible to do the entire process while you wait, usually taking only an hour or less,” concluded Dr. Burkhart.

Dr. Gary Burkhart graduated from Temple University in Philadelphia in 1983 and from Temple University Dental School in 1988. He began practicing dentistry in 1988, and opened his own dental practice in Tannersville, PA in 1989, and moved his practice to its current location in Bartonsville, PA in April 2000. Dr. Burkhart can be reached via his websites at http://garyburkhartdentistry.com, or http://garyburkhartdmd.com, or http://dentistgaryburkhart.com, or by calling 570-620-0440.