Portsmouth Teeth Whitening, Portsmouth Veneers, Portsmouth Dental Implants
Our commitment to you:
- All treatment options will be clearly presented to you. We want you to be comfortable and confident in your decision.
- You will be comfortable throughout the treatment process –options for anesthesia are available and will be discussed with you at your exam appointment.
- Your referring doctor is part of our managed care team. We value the relationship we have with them and will make sure that they are kept up to date with your treatment progress.
When you are in need of a procedure that I do not specialize in, I will always communicate this to you and refer you to board certified specialists I can wholeheartedly endorse and, in many cases, who will accept your insurance. My commitment is to evaluate and recommend the best possible treatment, even if I must refer you elsewhere.
I want to ensure that you get the best possible treatment for your case, and to ensure that you stay healthy and happy.
Implant Services
Gum Grafting
Gum (Gingival) grafting is done to correct recession. The procedure creates a seal of the gum to the tooth, minimizing the potential for further recession, infection and caries at the tooth root. It can also protect...
Wilkodontics (AOO)
With the Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (AOO) procedure most orthodontic cases in both adolescents and adults can be completed 2 to 3 times faster than would be possible with conventional orthodontics. This is accomplished by...
Ridge Augmentation
Sometimes when you lose one or more teeth, you can get an indention in your gums and jawbone where the tooth used to be. This happens because the jawbone recedes when it no longer is holding a tooth in place. Not only is this indentation...
Crown Lengthening
Crown lengthening is done when a tooth is not exposed enough above the gumline for a crown (restoration) to properly fit. Crown lengthening prevents the final crown from loosening and falling out and allows for proper alignment of...
Osseous and Flap Surgery
When the pockets around teeth become deep and bone has been destroyed by periodontal disease progression, flap surgery may be necessary in order to gain access to the roots of the teeth to remove calculus, plaque and diseased...
Bone Grafting or Guided Tissue Regeneration
Excessive tarter accumulation around your tooth can lead to localized severe bone loss. In many cases this bone can be completely restored with a procedure called Guided Bone Regeneration.
Occlusal Services
Occlusion refers to the relationship between the upper and lower teeth and how they come together. When the teeth bite in an ideal position, this lessens the stress on the periodontium, or the supporting structures around the teeth or...
Scaling and Root Planning Procedure
Scaling and Root Planning is a careful cleaning of the root surfaces to remove plaque and tartar from deep periodontal pockets and to smooth the tooth root to remove bacterial toxins. This process is broken into four visits - one for each...
Supportive Periodontal Maintenance (Periodontal Cleanings)
Patients who have been diagnosed with periodontal disease or who have had surgical intervention and would benefit from co-managed care between their general dentist and Dr. Spivey are welcome to have their periodontal cleanings at our practice....
Digital Radiographs
Digital radiographs are computer generated images that allow Dr. Spivey to view the tooth and bone structure both above and below the gumline. There is up to 90% less radiation exposure to the patient with digital xrays. These images provide a...
Oral Sedation
Over 100 million Americans experience fear or anxiety about going to the dentist. Oral sedation can help you feel more relaxed and comfortable during treatment. If you would like more information about this option, please discuss this with Dr....
Dental Implants
Dental implants are becoming an increasingly popular method for replacing missing teeth. In this procedure, titanium supports are surgically fused with your jawbone, and act as an anchor for naturally looking false teeth. Dental implants are not...
Sinus Lift Surgery
A key to dental implant success is the quantity and quality of the bone where the implant is placed. If there is not sufficient quantity or quality of bone present to place an implant, and the sinus is encroaching upon the desired implant...
All On 4 Dental Implants
The All On Four and Teeth In An Hour trademarks, owned by Nobel Biocare, incorporate various treatment protocols that include the use of a proprietary implant placement and planning guide that is used by trained Nobel Biocare implant...
Dental Cleanings
Routine dental cleanings are important to maintaining good oral hygiene. Professional cleaning by a hygienist can remove mineralized plaque that may develop even with careful brushing and flossing, particularly in areas that are difficult to...
Dental Exams and X-Rays
Routine dental exams are important to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Additionally, they can help to avoid the financial costs associated with large treatment plans later on. The Academy of General Dentistry recommends twice yearly checkups...
Composite Fillings
When treating a cavity, the dentist will remove the decayed portion of your tooth and fill it with another substance. This procedure is called a filling. There are multiple options for the material to be used in the filling, the most common of...
Amalgam Fillings
Amalgam fillings, also known as silver-colored fillings, are made from a combination of metals such as tin, copper, silver and mercury. This combination of metals gives amalgam its renowned strength and durability. These fillings usually last...
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is treatment used to repair and save a tooth that has been infected due to a deep cavity or cracked tooth. The treatment involves removing the pulp and the nerves of the tooth, and cleaning the infected area. A tooth's pulp and...
Tooth Extractions
A dental extraction is the procedure to remove a tooth from your mouth. A dental extraction is most commonly required if one of your teeth is damaged beyond practical repair. The most common reasons for tooth extractions include:
Severe...
Porcelain Crowns
Compared to fillings which just cover a small portion of a tooth, a crown (or cap) encases the entire visible portion of a tooth. In effect, the crown acts as the tooth's new outer surface.A dental crown is used when a tooth is broken or decayed...
Teeth Whitening
Our teeth can discolor through the years as our enamel wears down. The wearing down of enamel allows dentin, a yellow color substance that makes the core of our teeth, to show through. This is what gives our teeth a yellowish tint. Teeth whitening...
Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a false tooth that is used to fill the gap created by missing tooth or teeth. A gap between your teeth can be potentially dangerous to your dental health, as it can cause your teeth to shift resulting in a change in your bite...
Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are thin custom made shells that cover the front surface of your tooth to improve their appearance. They are made of tooth colored materials and can be used to improve the color of teeth that have been worn down or stained....
Dental Bonding
Dental Bonding is a restoration procedure in which a tooth-colored resin is bonded to a tooth and cured with ultraviolet light. Bonding is faster and cheaper than veneers or crowns, and can thus be a good option to make small cosmetic improvements...
Dental Inlays and Onlays
Dental inlays and onlays are a more conservative approach to tooth restoration than full crowns. The are used to repair rear teeth that have mild to moderate tooth decay, or for cracked teeth where the damage does not warrant a dental crown....
