Steven R. Crandall, DMD
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Dental Implants
Today, we have a well-researched solution that prevents the loss of bone and allows for highly retentive permanent restorations. This solution is known as a dental implant, an artificial tooth root that actually replaces your tooth root in the bone. READ MORE
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Upper St. Clair, PA 15241
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E-mail: drstevencrandall@comcast.net
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Invisalign
Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten teeth using a series of custom-made, nearly undetectable aligners. And, it's been proven effective in both clinical research and in practices nationwide. READ MORE
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Veneers
Veneers are ultra-thin, sculpted pieces of tooth-shaped porcelain that fit over the front of your teeth. READ MORE
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Bleaching
Dentist-assisted bleaching utilizes highly concentrated carbamide peroxide that is brushed directly onto the teeth; then a custom-fitted bleaching tray is placed. READ MORE
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TMJ DisordersPeople who suffer from symptoms such as headaches, earaches, tenderness of the jaw muscles, or dull, aching facial pain may suffer from TMD(temporomandibular) joint disorders. READ MORE
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Composite Bonding
Composite bonding is the most versatile and effective way to aesthetically restore your smile. Composite materials are used to replace old, unattractive fillings, change the color of your teeth, or reshape and recontour a less-than-ideal smile. Composite resin is a tooth-colored plastic mixture filled with glass (silicon dioxide). Composite fillings have a slightly higher rate of wear than your traditional silver fillings.
Most procedures take as little as 10 to 15 minutes per tooth, depending on how complicated your particular treatment may be. At your actual bonding appointment, the dentist will use a mild acid to condition the surface of the tooth so the composite will adhere to it. Next, the dentist applies several layers of bonding material onto the tooth, then uses a light source to set the material. The last step is shaping, smoothing, and polishing the surfaces. Daily hygiene may require more detailed flossing to clean edges at the gum line. As with your natural teeth, cosmetically bonded teeth may chip or stain. A bonded restoration should last 5 to 10 years or more before requiring a touch-up or replacement. The procedure is painless and quick enough to be completed in one visit.
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