Common Family Dentistry Treatments

Family dentistry in Palos Heights, IL, is a branch of dentistry that provides routine and urgent care to people of all ages. We treat multiple conditions at our dental practice, some of which we highlight below.

Services Performed by Family Dentists

The bi-annual cleaning and exam are the most basic dental services. During this appointment, one of our dental hygienists will gently scrape plaque and tartar from your teeth. The hygienist also polishes your teeth and takes X-rays of your teeth and gums at every other appointment.

The X-rays give Dr. Les McKane and Dr. Amanda McKane a baseline for your oral health. If either dentist notices a difference in your imaging from one year to the next, they will recommend scheduling an appointment to diagnose the problem and discuss ways to treat it.

Filling cavities

When your routine exam uncovers tooth decay, you will need the tooth treated with filling material to preserve it. Your dentist provides you with pain relief at the start of the appointment to ensure that you remain comfortable until the material has started hardening on your tooth. You should avoid chewing with that tooth until the filling material dries.

Restorative dental care

Unfortunately, it is not always possible to retain your natural teeth. If you need services such as dental implants, dentures, crowns, or bridges, our dentists can recommend the most appropriate treatment and complete it for you.

Schedule Appointments for the Whole Family

The above are just a handful of the oral health services we offer at Dr. Les and Amanda McKane Dentistry. Some others are fluoride treatments, root canals, dental sealants, and treatment of temporomandibular joint disorder. Please contact us to learn more aboutfamily dentistry in Palos Heights, IL, or request a service appointment.