Before receiving any tooth whitening treatment, patients must receive a cleaning and comprehensive exam to evaluate if these whitening methods will benefit them. Patients should keep in mind that drinking coffee, tea, red wine, and smoking cigarettes will gradually diminish the effect of whitening processes. Call or visit us to find out if you are a candidate for tooth whitening.
Oral Cancer Screening
It can surprise patients to find out that even if they no longer have any natural teeth, they still need to go to the dentist. At a general dentist's office, they do many things beyond tooth care, such as oral cancer screenings and gum disease prevention. Remember to visit your dentist regularly to keep the foundation of your smile in the best condition.
Scaling and root planing is a thorough dental cleaning of tooth root surfaces to remove plaque and tartar from the teeth and gums. Combined with daily brushing and flossing, scaling and root planing is effective in treating gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease, as well as periodontal disease.
Fillings enable dentists to cosmetically treat dental cavities without using invasive procedures. Formulated to resemble the color of your natural tooth, composite resin is often used for filling dental cavities or for dental bonding front teeth. This plastic and glass mixture contains no metal and can be shaped to resemble a real tooth, making it difficult to tell you’ve had any work done.
Veneers
Patients can transform their smile in just one appointment with groundbreaking same-day veneer treatment. Our office is equipped with the CEREC® system, which designs and manufactures your custom restorations with incredible speed and precision.
Crowns
At Earp Dentistry, we create custom dental crowns in just one visit to restore your tooth and protect your oral health for years to come.
Bridges
With locations in Greenville and Plymouth, NC, Earp Dentistry can replace your tooth and protect your dental health with a dental bridge.
Root canals are treatments that repair and save teeth that are badly decayed or infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. Your root canal treatment in Greenville, NC will be a relief after enduring the discomfort prior to receiving dental care for your decayed tooth!
Dentures are removable appliances used to replace missing teeth and the surrounding tissues. Technological advances in dentures allow dentists to create full and partial dentures that are so secure and natural looking, only your dentist will know they’re not your own teeth. Dentures are supported in the mouth by the surrounding soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity.
Healthy Enough for Oral Surgery While implant surgery is safe, patients in poor health or with certain medical conditions may not be suitable for the procedure. During your visit to our Greenville-area practice, we can review your medical history.
Tooth Extractions
We take 3D computer images to determine how the teeth are erupting, if at all. The ideal age for wisdom teeth extractions is between 19-30 years old. Wisdom teeth should be removed as soon as possible because healing can take much longer as an adult. If you feel pain from your wisdom teeth or believe you may need wisdom tooth removal in Greenville, NC, call our office to schedule a visit so we can determine the best plan of action.
Ridge Augmentation
Having completed extensive dental implant training early in his career under the tutelage of Dr. Urs Belser and completing the Straumann Dental Implant symposiums, Dr. Earp became very passionate about the concepts and clinical practice for placing dental implants. Dr. Earp is a member of the International College of Implantologists, (ICOI) and the International Team For Implantology, (III). He also has studied extensively and placed numerous dental implants in the complete reconstruction of both upper and lower arches. The team at Earp Dentistry offers multidisciplinary approaches to creating new smiles, from tissue grafting (bone and gum) to ridge augmentation to accommodate implant placement and restoration.
Bone Grafting
Sufficient Jawbone Density Since the dental implants are anchored directly into the jawbone, patients must have enough bone density to support the implant. Bone grafting surgery, which restores lost bone tissue, can greatly increase your candidacy for implants.
Dr. Mendez is a member of the International Association for Orthodontics. From 2008-2009, Dr. Mendez was the Vice President of the Lions Club in his hometown of Manati, Puerto Rico. Before joining Earp Dentistry in 2014, Dr. Mendez practiced at the Kinston Community Health Center, the Bernstein Community Health Center, and The Dental Care Center.
Invisalign Orthodontics
Computer technology creates a series of clear aligners that are typically worn for 2 weeks, and incrementally shift teeth until the final desired position is achieved. The aligners are made of clear, strong medical-grade plastic that is virtually invisible when in the mouth. Speak with one of our dentists today to find out if Invisalign® is right for you.
Braces
Many adults are unhappy with their smiles but are hesitant to correct them because of metal braces. At Earp Dentistry, we offer the Invisalign® option for invisible braces. The dentist creates customized, clear alignment trays that are worn over a period of time to invisibly straighten teeth. The trays are made of clear, medical-grade plastic that is virtually invisible, so patients won’t have to suffer from the embarrassment of having metal wiring in their mouth. Schedule an appointment with one of our dentists to discuss whether Invisalign® is right for you.
Many factors affect the whiteness of your smile, including certain medications and dietary habits, such as drinking coffee, tea, soda, and red wine. Tooth whitening is an affordable and effective way to improve your smile and your self-confidence.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Patients in the Greenville area come to Earp Dentistry looking for general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry work and leave our office with a healthier smile. If you’re looking for a dentist who covers a wide range of procedures, look no further than Earp Dentistry.