- Dental ExaminationHave an emergency exam. When you get to our office, Dr. Saati will conduct a detailed oral examination to identify the cause of your emergency. Based on his findings, he’ll create a custom treatment plan to get your oral health back on the right track.
- X-raysTechnology is always changing, and in our state-of-the-art dental office, we know the benefits of staying up-to-date with all the latest in dentistry technology. We make use of innovative dental technologies in order to make every dental treatment effective and efficient. We utilize laser dentistry to make soft tissue treatments faster, safer, and more comfortable. Our digital dental x-rays, images, and bite impressions allow us to seamlessly integrate your treatment to ensure every step of your dental care process is precisely planned and seamlessly performed.
- Oral Cancer ScreeningOral cancer effects thousands of adults in the US annually, and claims one life each hour on average. Many patients believe that oral cancer only effects smokers and other tobacco product users, but as much as 30% of patients diagnosed with oral cancer don’t use tobacco products. What’s more, non-tobacco users are more likely to be diagnosed with oral cancer in the later stages as they are not at a high risk for the disease. That’s why oral cancer screenings using VELscope laser technology are part of our preventive treatment plan for all patients.
- Teeth CleaningThe foundation of any preventive dental plan is attending regular dental checkups and professional teeth cleanings. During these twice a year appointments, our dentist and team have the opportunity to examine your smile, assess any potential areas for concern, answer your questions, and make recommendations for further treatments or changes in at-home hygiene. We encourage patients to think of six-month checkups as our opportunity to continually build better oral health, so they can maintain a healthy, natural smile for life. Each appointment has four main components...
- Fluoride TreatmentFluoride is one of the many contributing minerals in developing dental structures. Fluoride absorbed through tap water and foods we consume strengthens the hard, protective outer layer of tooth enamel as primary teeth and then adult teeth are formed below the gum line, but once teeth erupt, topical fluoride is necessary to keep teeth strong and protect enamel from destructive bacteria. For many adults, regular brushing with fluoridated toothpaste is enough to fortify the enamel, but for many kids who are just learning to brush and adults who are more prone to decay, topical fluoride treatments during regular checkups offer an added step in their dental armor strengthening teeth and keeping smiles whole and healthy.
- Dental SealantsOne of the easiest ways kids and adults alike can protect their smiles is to place dental sealants during any regular checkup. Traditionally recommended for younger patients, dental sealants have become increasingly popular with adult patients who regularly experience tooth decay or who have deep pits in the tooth enamel making it difficult to thoroughly remove decay-causing bacteria. The process is simple. A thin coat of resin is painted over the teeth and hardened into place with a curing light. The entire process can be completed in as little as ten minutes depending on the number of teeth to be treated and sealants last up to ten years with proper care.
- FillingsCosmetic fillings are tooth-colored filling materials crafted from composite resin. A popular alternative to traditional amalgam fillings, composite resin, lonomers, and porcelain fillings offer an obvious cosmetic advantage, but they may also provide significant oral health advantages.
- Resin CompositeComposite resin fillings – composite resin fillings are a mixture of plastics, glass, and other materials shaded to match patients’ smiles and molded directly onto the tooth in a malleable form. Once the filling is in position fully restoring patients’ smiles, a curing light is applied to harden the material into place. These fillings offer a number of oral health advantages compared with amalgam, but most significantly, because there is no layer of bonding agent between the filling and the tooth, a stronger bond exists reducing the risk that patients will dislodge the filling or experience further damage or decay over time.
- VeneersTeeth can suffer from a wide variety of cosmetic issues, and separate procedures to fix each one can be costly and time consuming. Porcelain veneers are able to mask and correct multiple cosmetic flaws at the same time, such as...
- CrownsA dental crown—which is also called a cap—is actually used for a number of restorative needs and may also be appropriate for some cosmetic treatments, too. A crown can be used to...
- BridgesFixed bridges are a natural feeling and functioning tooth replacement solution that restores one to three consecutive missing teeth. These semi-permanent dental prosthetics renew the natural smile line and maintain the appropriate bite alignment preventing additional damage, dental drift, or further tooth loss.
- Dental BondingPorcelain veneers are thin sheaths of dental grade porcelain carefully shaped to perfect patients’ teeth for a picture-perfect smile. Veneers are durable and stain resistant making them a superior and longer lasting option than cosmetic bonding especially for those patients who have more extensive damage covering several teeth. Like cosmetic bonding, the veneers procedure is comfortable requiring a minimal amount of local anesthesia, but the results are dramatic.
- Restorative DentistryWe are conveniently located just one quarter of a mile from the Route 128 Lowell Street exit, or directly off of Route 1. Our dental office is equipped to manage any dental treatments from the simplest preventive and restorative dentistry services to the most complex reconstructions. We always focus treatment planning on prevention. Our goal is to get your smile whole and healthy and keep it that way! Regular preventive dental checkups give us the opportunity to identify and diagnose most common oral health concerns, and screen for other diseases that are reversible in their earliest stages. Patients who experience dental damage or decay also have a variety of restorative and cosmetic treatment options. Even the most advanced dental implant supported tooth replacement is completed at one convenient location. If you’re interested in finding out more or would like to schedule an appointment, contact the team at the Peabody, MA dental office of Spiro Saati, DMD today. We’re here to help!
- Root Canal TreatmentThe discomfort associated with root canals is mainly related to the infection or damage leading up to it. The procedure itself is actually very comfortable. We use local anesthetic to numb the area prior to treatment, and most patients experience minimal pain following their root canal.
- Deep CleaningThis is the portion of the appointment that allows your dentist to clean between each and every one of your teeth. Even the most diligent patients that brush and floss at home need to have a deep cleaning at least every 6 months. There are spots in the smile that are difficult to reach and should be meticulously cleaned at least twice a year.
- DenturesPatients with extensive tooth loss have depended on partial and full dentures for centuries. In fact, archaeologists have found various innovative forms of partial and full dentures in skeletal remains that are thousands of years old. George Washington is famous for having a set of dentures rumored to be made of wood in the 1700s, but his actual denture is much more interesting crafted from a number of different metals, human, and animal teeth. Needless to say, dentists and patients alike have recognized the need to replace missing teeth especially following extensive tooth loss for a very long time. Luckily for our Peabody, MA patients, modern tooth replacement solutions are much more predictably crafted and comfortable.
- OverdenturesYou might also opt for removable implant dentures (or overdentures), which can be snapped on or off of your implants whenever you want. Though you’ll have to remove this denture occasionally for regular care, you can still enjoy the benefits of dental implants once you fit them back on. Patients who have weaker jawbones can benefit the most from this type of implant denture. Even those who previously wore traditional ones can potentially get them retrofitted as removable implant dentures.
- Dental ImplantsMany patients think of dental implants as being a “new” procedure, and they often express surprise when they hear dentists have been safely and successfully performing this tooth replacement procedure for decades. Dental implants are small posts strategically placed below the gum line to replace missing tooth roots, and the first known dental implant was made from a precious stone and found in the smile of mummified ancient Etruscan. While dental implants aren’t new, the innovative methods and materials used today make them significantly safer and more comfortable for our patients. The process is two-fold: placement and restoration. While many dentists refer patients to other practices for the dental implant placement process, at Spiro Saati, DMD we’re happy to offer the full dental implant placement and restoration process in one convenient Peabody, MA location. Skilled specialist, Dr. Josephine Pandolfo, offers her years of dental implant expertise and training to our patients for maximum convenience.
- Oral SurgeryYou’ll need oral surgery to insert the post into your jawbone, so it’s normal to be worried about any pain. There’s nothing to fear because sedation or anesthesia are used during your placement surgery to ensure your comfort. You might experience some tenderness and swelling while you heal, but you can manage it with an over-the-counter pain reliever and cold compresses. After your mouth has fully healed, you shouldn’t have any pain. If you develop discomfort, it’s essential you call our office right away to address the cause of the problem.
- Tooth ExtractionsPreparatory Procedures: It's not unusual to need a little prep work, like tooth extractions, gum disease therapy, or bone grafting.
- Ridge AugmentationThe supportive structures of teeth are naturally shaped a little like a hill or ridge. When one or more teeth are lost, there is no longer stimulation for the jawbone and gum tissue. Over time, this tissue breaks down resulting in indentations in the natural shape of the jaw. Ridge augmentation is a procedure that replaces this lost structure restoring the natural shape of patients’ smiles, and providing a better support for tooth replacement.
- Bone GraftingImplant dentures involve a more extensive treatment process compared to traditional ones. You’ll first discuss your oral health and smile goals with Dr. Saati during your initial consultation. Once it’s determined that this option is good for you, we’ll then provide you with any preliminary procedures that you may require, such as bone grafting or gum disease therapy. After any underlying issues have been addressed, we can develop a detailed treatment plan which includes the number, location, and kind of dental implants, a price estimate, and a timeline of the process.
- Teeth WhiteningProfessional teeth whitening has two main benefits over store bought varieties. Over the counter whiteners are highly regulated by the FDA as non-professionals need to be able to use them safely without assistance. Thus, the concentration of the active whitening agent (carbamide or hydrogen peroxide) is very low. Professional whitening gel has a higher peroxide concentration allowing the whitening gel to remain active longer. Additionally, whether the whitener is applied in our office or at home, we are able to accurately place the gel to affect only the teeth and keep neutralizing saliva at bay.
- Cosmetic DentistryCosmetic dentistry is one of the fastest growing areas of dental care. Not only do we all want to have smiles that look and feel great, but studies show that people with attractive smiles share them more often, are happier, and may even be more likely to get a new job or promotion. Sharing a beautiful smile says a lot about who you are, and at the dental practice of Spiro Saati, DMD, we’d love to help patients achieve the picture perfect smiles of their dreams.
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