Welcoming All Ages to Our Dental Practice
Smiles and grins of all ages need a good deal of support to stay strong, healthy and confident over time, and Carlson Dental Group would love to love to provide it to you and your loved ones in our beautiful Stillwater dental office.
We can provide an extensive range of family dentistry services from all the basics like checkups and cleanings to more advanced treatment options like dedicated emergency dental care and placement of dental implants. Call (651) 439-8840.
Dental Emergencies
At Carlson Dental Group in Stillwater, MN, our compassionate team always gives priority to patients experiencing dental emergencies. Whether you’re dealing with a broken tooth or painful toothache, we’ll do everything possible to schedule your emergency visit the same day you call us.
We are very fortunate to have not one, but three dentists on staff with years of experience in general and emergency dentistry. Our dentists have invested in some of the latest dental technology, enabling them to get a better look at a patient’s mouth so they can figure out the best solution in record time.
If you or a loved one’s teeth need help right now, don’t hesitate, give us a call today and we’ll be ready to help right away.
Homecare Products
Brushing and flossing are important parts of maintaining excellent oral health. Using the right products and the correct techniques ensures great checkups at our office and protects you against cavities and gum disease. Our recommendations for your daily oral hygiene routine include:
- Brush your teeth twice a day
- Clean between your teeth with dental floss once a day
- Use a mouth rinse to help with specific concerns - your hygienist can make a recommendation
- Consider using a tongue cleaner to help with bad breath
Dental Check-Ups and Cleaning
Checkups and cleanings at least twice a year for most people can help our team accomplish two very important goals. One, they give us the opportunity to catch and treat small dental issues during their earliest stages, and two, they can often prevent the development of issues in the first place.
These services can drastically lower a patient’s need for more involved and extensive treatments as well, helping them save thousands over time.
Oral Cancer Screening
Screening for oral cancer may be done during a routine check-up. The exam will include looking for lesions, including areas of leukoplakia (an abnormal white patch of cells) and erythroplakia (an abnormal red patch of cells). Leukoplakia and erythroplakia lesions on the mucous membranes may become cancerous.
Nightguards for Bruxism
Did you know the prevalence of nighttime tooth grinding, known as “bruxism” is increasing? The cause of this habit is varied, sometimes it is due to stress and anxiety, and occasionally it is a symptom of disordered breathing or sleep apnea.
During your dental exams your dentist will evaluate your teeth for signs of abnormal wear, and also ask if you experience snoring or daytime sleepiness. If you have symptoms of sleep apnea a sleep study may be recommended.
Usually, when wear or damage to your teeth is the only concern, a custom-made guard to be worn over your teeth while sleeping is recommended. Catching this habit early on and wearing a nightguard is one of the best ways to prevent more severe damage and protect your pearly whites!
Fluoride Treatment
While we agree there can be “too much of a good thing” sometimes, and we respect your choice if you prefer to avoid fluoride, we have seen the benefit of regular exposure to fluoride with most of our patients.
Additional topical fluoride, as well as the other minerals that make up our teeth, has been shown to strengthen the teeth and help prevent tooth decay and cavities, which is why you’ll so often see it added to toothpaste and public water sources.
To give our patients even more cavity protection between appointments, we can apply a highly concentrated fluoride solution to their teeth during routine checkups. The treatment is fast, painless, and one of the simplest ways to keep a smile healthy year after year.
Children’s Dentistry
It’s common knowledge that children come with their own unique set of needs, and the same is true for their dental care. Our team is skilled and practiced at providing the services and information children need to create a solid foundation for their dental hygiene.
We will do everything we can to make sure your child feels comfortable and relaxed starting at their very first visit. We’ll go out of our way to turn their appointments into a fun and education experience!
Periodontal Therapy
Red and swollen gums or constant bad breath might indicate that you're suffering from periodontal disease, better known as gum disease. This is a common bacterial infection that can develop due to a lack of oral hygiene, and it can easily lead to tooth loss if left untreated!
We can treat your symptoms thoroughly and painlessly with scaling and root planing and other methods at Carlson Dental Group. By paying attention to your gums too, and not just your teeth, we’ll make sure your entire smile stays healthy as the years go by.
HOURS
Friday by Appointment Only. Emergency Services Available.
Please note that we will be Closed on December 25th and 26th as well as January 1st so our team can enjoy time with family and celebrate the holidays.
