- Dental ExaminationYour first visit is scheduled with our Doctor for a comprehensive exam complete with dental radiographs* to evaluate your overall oral health. If it is determined that you need any dental treatment, a treatment plan and estimate will be prepared for you prior to the beginning of any procedures.
- X-rays
- Oral Cancer ScreeningNobody wants to hear that they may have oral cancer. Although it can be fatal, it is easier to treat the earlier it is caught. For this reason, we are proud to assist our patients with an oral cancer screening. We want to help our patients survive this often fatal disease.
- Teeth Cleaning
- Fluoride TreatmentFluoride treatments can be completed at your routine dental appointment. They are painless and quick, taking only a few minutes. When getting treated, your dentist will apply gel, foam, or varnish on your teeth. Treatment works best if it is done one to four times a year.
- Dental SealantsWhen we apply a dental sealant, we paint a plastic coating on top of your teeth. This makes your teeth smooth getting rid of the rough edges, depressions, and grooves that are commonly found on teeth. It is essentially a protective coating against tooth decay and cavities.
- Fillings
- Resin CompositeDental fillings are used to fill cavities and repair cracked or broken teeth. Fillings can be done with gold, porcelain, or silver amalgam, but is most commonly done with materials called composite resin fillings that are designed to match the color of your teeth.
- VeneersVeneers are thin shells intended to cover the front side of teeth to hide stains, chips, decay, or irregularities. A dental technician uses a model created by a dentist to make a custom shell out of specials materials.
- CrownsA tooth can lose its normal shape and size for a variety of reasons. A crown covers your tooth to help restore its original shape and size. Crowns can also be used to make teeth stronger and look better.
- BridgesBridges can be removable or fixed. Removable bridges can be taken out and cleaned by patients, whereas fixed bridges have to be removed by a dentist. Bridges can be implanted to the jaw or under the gums. With so many options, it is important to consult with your dentist about which type of bridge is best for you.
- Dental Bonding
- Root Canal TreatmentA root canal is a procedure used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. Although normal tooth decay can become increasingly worse and eventually lead to a root canal, often times blunt trauma can cause the tooth to die as well.
- DenturesRemovable dental replacements, or dentures, are a common service that we provide for our clients. We provide both complete dentures (for when all teeth are missing) and partial dentures (for when some teeth are missing).
- Dental ImplantsCrowns have a variety of uses. In some cases that require a large filling, there isn’t enough tooth remaining to keep the filling in place. A crown can strengthen the tooth and hold the filling. Crowns can also protect teeth that are weak, or help fix ones that are broken. Discolored or misshaped teeth can be covered by a crown, as can dental implants.
- Invisalign Orthodontics
- BracesBecause of this, you may be wondering if you need fluoride treatments. Many times, water is enhanced with fluoride, so additional fluoride treatments are not necessary. However, if your water is not treated, you may need fluoride treatments. You may also need a fluoride treatment if you are showing symptoms like receding gums. You may also want to get treated if you wear braces or are taking medications that cause dry mouth.
- Teeth WhiteningOptions for teeth whitening usually include whitening toothpastes, at-home bleaching, and in-office bleaching. Of course effectiveness, safety, and results vary greatly between products, so consult with your dentist if you are considering these choices.
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- General DentistryJohn N Russo, D.D.S. has been practicing dentistry for over 42 years and is the founder of Foulk Road Dental Associates. He is a graduate of Mt. Saint Mary’s and University of Maryland School of Dentistry. Dr. Russo is an active member of the Academy of General Dentistry where he has held many positions such as Speaker of the House, National President and currently serving on the Educational Foundation Committee. He is also a member of Delaware State Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry International, and American College of Dentistry. Dr Russo has been on the dental resident selection committee and teaching staff of the Wilmington Medical Center for over 30 years.