- Dental ExaminationIt is not a given that we must lose teeth as we age. If we maintain good oral hygiene and have regular professional cleanings and oral examinations, chances are we can keep our natural teeth for life. That involves not only caring for the teeth themselves, but also the structures that surround them: the gums and tooth-supporting bone. Gum disease, which is a bacterial infection, threatens these supporting tissues. That is why dental professionals are always on the lookout for early signs that patients may not notice. When signs of trouble become apparent, periodontal therapy may be suggested.
- X-rays
- Oral Cancer ScreeningWe provide comprehensive treatment planning to help you achieve optimum dental health. As a practice, we are true believers that preventative care and education are the keys to excellent dental health. That's why we focus on thorough exams. We check the overall health of your teeth and gums, perform oral cancer screenings, and take X-rays when necessary. We are a dental practice devoted to restoring and enhancing the natural beauty of your smile using conservative, state-of-the-art procedures that will result in beautiful and long-lasting smiles.
- Teeth CleaningWhat does good oral hygiene mean to you: Flashing a pearly-white smile? Having fresh smelling breath? Feeling that squeaky-clean sensation all around your teeth and tongue? All of these are important indicators about the state of your oral health — and they're often the first thing people notice when they meet you. But getting your teeth, gums and mouth really clean, and maintaining that healthy state throughout the day (and in the months between professional dental cleanings) can be challenging.
- Dental Sealants
- Fillings
- VeneersThere's so much that can be done these days to improve the appearance of a person's smile — at any age. From powerful, professional whitening treatments to amazingly realistic porcelain veneers to state-of-the-art dental implants, there's a wide range of exciting possibilities.
- CrownsWhat's inside your teeth? Behind the tough, shiny enamel of the tooth's visible crown lies the sturdy inner tissue called dentin. Dentin is also found behind the cementum that forms the outer layer of the tooth's roots — in fact, it makes up the bulk of the tooth's structure. Similar in many ways to bone tissue, dentin is composed of many tiny tubules which can transmit sensations to nerve cells when it is stimulated.
- Bridges
- Dental Bonding
- Restorative DentistryDr. Crow and his staff care about you and your dental needs. Dr. Crow is highly skilled and trained in several areas of dentistry, including restorative dentistry, periodontics (gum disease), endodontics, dental implants and cosmetic dentistry. A standard of excellence in personalized dentistry enables us to provide the quality dental care you expect and deserve.
- Root Canal TreatmentEndodontics is the dental specialty that deals with tissues and structures located inside the tooth. One of the most common endodontic treatments is root canal therapy, a procedure which effectively eases the pain associated with a bacterial infection deep within the pulp of the tooth. Of course, root canal treatment doesn't just relieve pain — it also stops the infection by removing dead and dying tissue from the tooth's pulp. Plus, it helps to save the tooth, which is in danger of being lost if left untreated.
- Periodontal SurgeryDear Doctor magazine article is an overview of how the art of plastic surgical procedures and the science of periodontics can enhance the health and beauty of your teeth. You will learn what periodontal surgery is designed to do, what makes it successful and what to expect during treatment... Read Article
- Deep CleaningScaling and Root Planing. These deep-cleaning techniques are the best starting point to control gum disease. Plaque and calculus (tartar) are removed from beneath the gum tissues, using hand scalers and/or ultrasonic instruments.
- DenturesSupport Removable Dentures — Implants can even make removable dentures more comfortable, effective and healthier to wear. Traditional dentures rest on the gums and put pressure on the underlying bone. This accelerates bone loss so that the jaw shrinks and the dentures slip, particularly on the bottom. But today dentists can attach a removable denture onto implants, transferring that pressure into the bone structure rather than the bone surface. This prevents the dentures from slipping while you eat and speak, and preserves the bone directly beneath them.
- Dental Implants"I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. My teeth were knocked out in an accident in high school, and since then, I have wanted to permanently replace them. My implants and new teeth have been a life-changing event. It is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I am greatly appreciative of what you and your staff have done for me." –
- Oral Surgery
- Tooth Extractions
- OrthodonticsDental trauma — from a sports injury, for example — may also damage dentin or pulp, or expose it to infection. Extensive dental procedures (such as multiple fillings or restorations on the same tooth) may cause trouble; occasionally, even routine procedures like orthodontics may eventually lead to root canal problems.
- Invisalign Orthodontics
- Teeth Whitening
- Cosmetic DentistryIt's impossible to overstate the emotional, social and even professional benefits that smiling with confidence can give you. If you find you cover your mouth when you smile, or even hold back your smile because you don't want to show your teeth, you should consider what cosmetic dentistry — the art of smile enhancement — can do for you.
- General DentistryJoseph M. Crow, D.M.D. is a board-certified dentist and received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Dentistry after gaining his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Alabama. Following graduation, the native Mobilian pursued a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry. In this effort, along with countless additional hours of continuing education, Dr. Crow has served with distinction.