Skilled Springfield Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
At the practice of Dr. Ryan D. Taylor, we strive to be your trusted family dentist, ready to provide you and everyone in your family with the excellent dental care you deserve. Our practice offers custom-tailored services to all members of your family throughout the different stages of their life. This includes children, seniors, and all ages in between.
There are numerous benefits to having a family dentist care for all your loved ones. In addition to convenient scheduling, Dr. Taylor is aware of your family health history and dental records. A good understanding of your family dental history can help with the early detection of inherited dental diseases with the possibility of prevention or early care. Contact our friendly team today to experience Springfield family and cosmetic dentistry tailored to your needs!
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Gentle Family Dental Care for Your Children
Our practice enjoys working with children, and we love getting to know them and interacting with their unique personalities. We have years of experience working with children as young as three and on into adolescence, and we recognize their changing dental needs as they grow. Our entire staff is experienced in handling their emotions, and we work hard to alleviate their fears.
We provide your children with consistent dental care to effectively track the health and development of their teeth. We look for signs of cavities and tooth decay and track jaw development to create a healthy bite and an appealing smile as your children grow.
Some of our family dental services for children include:
- Growth and development monitoring
- Routine checkups, cleanings & dental exams
- Fluoride and sealant treatments
- Age-appropriate dental health education
How can Family and Cosmetic Dentistry Promote Overall Health?
Research has shown that oral diseases can increase the risk of overall health conditions such as stroke, heart attack, diabetes, and many other complications. Recognizing that oral health and overall wellness are linked is essential in building treatment strategies for keeping your family healthy.
A combination of healthy oral habits and professional dental cleanings with fluoride and sealants can ward off disease-causing bacteria. That's why Dr. Taylor makes sure to discuss prevention practices for you and your little one.
Revitalizing Smiles With Cosmetic Dentistry for Families
Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of oral health care that focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. As much as it benefits your appearance, it can also have a lot of oral health benefits. Gaps between teeth, crooked teeth, and crowding can negatively affect oral health and self-confidence. Cosmetic dental procedures and treatments can give you a complete dental makeover that leaves you with a bright, white, and healthy smile. Some of our cosmetic offerings include:
Our Restorative Dentistry Options
Bringing back a natural-looking and attractive smile is only one of the goals associated with replacing or rebuilding missing and damaged teeth. When your teeth are compromised, dental restorations are essential for protecting you from developing further dental health issues. Our family dentist is pleased to offer a wide variety of restorative options, including:
We position ourselves to be your first point of contact for dental emergencies. From dental trauma to infected teeth, Dr. Taylor aims to alleviate severe pain, control bleeding, and preserve your natural teeth through timely and skilled intervention. Whether your emergency necessitates a root canal procedure to save an infected tooth or other urgent treatments, we are here to help. Contact us during office hours for guidance and relief during dental emergencies. If we don't have the time to address your situation, we refer you out to a specialist who can handle advanced and emergency care as needed.
Family Dental Care FAQs
Our team knows that finding a dental practice capable of handling your family's diverse oral health needs can be difficult. That's why we are dedicated to helping you feel confident you're making the right choice by answering your questions and addressing your concerns. Some of the common questions we receive include:
What happens if my child has an infected tooth?
Our family dentist may recommend a pulpotomy (a sort of root canal treatment for children) when your child suffers from tooth pain caused by an infection. Just like adult root canal therapy, a pulpotomy treats infection by removing the diseased pulp tissue.
A pulpotomy is better than tooth loss as it allows your kid to retain the full function of the jaws, teeth, and tongue. It also preserves the strength and position of the baby tooth until the adult tooth erupts.
What is TMD, and do you treat it?
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, or TMD, is a type of jaw disorder affecting the temporomandibular joint, which connects your jawbone to your skull on each side of the jaw. TMD can cause pain in your jaw joints and muscles that control the movement of the jaw.
Dr. Taylor will evaluate your situation and recommend a suitable treatment. Some patients require custom dental appliances; some just need self-managed care and non-surgical procedures. In more severe cases, patients may benefit from surgical treatments.
Do you treat gum disease?
Yes. We typically treat gum disease with a scaling and root planing procedure, which removes plaque that has hardened to tartar. Our experienced dentist will scale your teeth below the gum line to remove the tartar. We then use a specialized tool to smooth the roots and prevent further plaque build-up. If your gum disease needs more advanced treatment, we'll refer you to a trusted periodontist for specialized care.
Your Friendly Springfield Family Dentist
Our friendly dental staff enjoys creating a fun, positive, and relaxing environment to serve families in our community. If you live in Springfield, Fairfax Station, Burke, or the surrounding areas, we invite you to visit our experienced family dentist for all your dental needs. Contact us today to book an appointment and discover the difference our Springfield family and cosmetic dentistry can make in your life!
CALL US: (703) 569-4422 REQUEST APPOINTMENT