There are a wide range of dental concerns that can affect your oral health and your overall health and well-being. The wide range of dental concerns that can arise vary from tooth decay to missing teeth. Prompt treatment is always recommended to avoid bigger problems down the road.
Plantation, FL dentist Dr. Uttma Dham offers advanced treatment options to address your dental concerns, whether they are health related or cosmetic. Dental concerns can develop into more advanced and complex dental health issues and should be addressed as soon as possible.
Westside Dental Center provides a one of a kind dental experience. Led by Dr. Dham, our entire dental care team is committed to providing personalized, attentive dental care near you.
We focus on the individual patient, listen, take the time to explain, and help patients feel confident in their dental care. Your dental exam and routine care in our dental office is comprehensive in nature and addresses all aspects of your occlusion: the teeth, gums and jaw joints.
A member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID) and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), Dr. Dham undergoes over 80 hours of continuing education courses every year to stay current with all of the latest advancements in dental care.
The health of your smile can have an impact on your overall quality of life. Our goal is to help you enjoy your life with a natural smile that is beautiful, comfortable and healthy. We help patients maintain their healthy smiles through preventive, restorative and cosmetic dental services all under one roof.
Dental Concerns Plantation, FL
Your dental health is directly correlated with your overall systemic health as well as your confidence and quality of life. Having a healthy, beautiful smile can help you enjoy a fuller, healthier life. Addressing dental concerns as early in development as possible can help protect the stability and wellness of your smile.
Dr. Dham and the American Academy of General Dentistry recommend that patients visit the dentist at least twice a year for routine dental health exams. Regular visits to the dentist help monitor the development and progression of minor to complex dental health concerns allowing for early intervention and progressive treatment.
We treat a wide range of dental concerns in our Plantation, FL dentist office. Dr. Dham offers general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry services that can address your dental problems. Click the links below to learn more about common dental concerns and how they may affect your oral and systemic health.
Bleeding Gums
Bleeding gums are a very common dental concern. They may be caused by a variety of issues including hormonal changes such as pregnancy, or gum disease. In most cases if you increase your oral care routine bleeding gums will resolve themselves. If this does not work contact our office, as there may be an underlying issue. To learn more about bleeding gums, see Bleeding Gums.
Crooked Teeth
Crooked teeth are a common dental concern, that may effect more than just the appearance of your smile. Realigning crooked teeth can be done using Invisalign or other orthodontic treatments. This will not only improve the appearance of your smile, it will help with the function of your bite. To learn more about crooked teeth, see Crooked Teeth.
Discolored Teeth
Tooth discoloration can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor oral care, medication, trauma to the teeth, staining, or fluoride over-exposure. We treat tooth discoloration in our office using teeth whitening treatment. To learn more about tooth discoloration, see Discolored Teeth.
Fear of the Dentist
Dental anxiety, or fear of the dentist is extremely common. In our office we understand that dental visits can be stressful. It is our goal to make our office as comfortable as possible for each of our patients. If you suffer from dental anxiety, please know that you are not alone, and communicate with our team. We have a variety of methods to make your appointments less stressful. To learn more about dental anxiety, see Fear of the Dentist.
Missing Teeth
Missing teeth is a very common issue we see in our office. There are multiple tooth replacement options that we offer in our Plantation, FL office. The sooner you correct a missing tooth, the less likely you are to suffer from your teeth shifting, and further damage. To learn more about missing teeth, see Missing Teeth.
Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea may effect your day to day life, as if effects how well you sleep. If you find that you snore loudly throughout the night, or wake up frequently gasping for air you may suffer from sleep apnea. Leaving sleep apnea untreated can shorten your lifespan by up to ten years. To learn more about sleep apnea and treatment options, see Sleep Apnea.
Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding, medically known as bruxism is a condition where patients grind their teeth together. The most common sign that you are grinding your teeth, is waking up with a headache and experiencing jaw pain. Many patients grind their teeth and are unaware of it. To learn more about bruxism, see Teeth Grinding.
Tooth Cavities
Tooth decay is one of the leading dental concerns in our patients. Tooth decay causes cavities to form. If cavities are not treated they become a serious threat to your oral health. We offer a variety of treatments to correct cavities, the most common being dental fillings. To learn more about tooth cavities, see Tooth Cavities.
Visit Our Plantation Dentist Office Today
Westside Dental Center is a welcoming dentist office near you. Dr. Uttma Dham has created a warm and inviting space for all ages to be able to enjoy visiting their favorite dentist. Call our dentist office at (954) 251-0640 to request an appointment, or request a consultation online and we will get back to you shortly.