At Reardon Dental,  we strive to provide excellent dental care in Downingtown, PA. Having in our team some of the most experienced and top rated dentists in Downingtown, we are are dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized care for each of our patients. We offer a wide range of services such as general, pediatric, cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Whether you’re looking for routine checkups or complex restorative treatments,  our team is here to help you maintain your dental health and achieve beautiful smiles. Our services include preventative care such as teeth cleanings, which will remove plaque and tartar build up while also providing fluoride treatments and applying sealants if necessary. We also provide restorative procedures like fillings, crowns, bridges, dentures and implants to help

When you book an appointment with our Downingtown dentist office, the length of your appointment will depend on the type of treatment you are receiving and how long it takes to complete. Generally speaking, a routine dental exam can take anywhere from 30 minutes to one hour, while more complex procedures such as crowns or root canals may take two hours or more. We strive to make our appointments as efficient as possible so that  you can get in, out, and back to your normal day as quickly as possible.

Dental cleaning is a common  procedure that usually takes about an hour to complete. The dentist or dental hygienist will use special tools to clean your teeth, removing plaque and tartar buildup. After the cleaning is finished, they may polish and floss your teeth as well. In some cases, a fluoride treatment may be applied to help protect against tooth decay.

Our in-house endodontist is specially qualified to perform root canals. An endodontist is a dentist who has completed additional training in diagnosing and treating diseases of the dental pulp, the soft tissue inside your teeth. Root canals involve carefully removing the infected pulp from within the tooth, cleaning it out and filling it with special material to prevent further infection. Our endodontist will be able to give you the best advice on whether a root canal is suitable for you and provide expert care to ensure that your treatment is successful. Read more here: what type of dentist should I see?

We have a periodontist at Reardon Dental who provides implant treatments. Our experienced periodontist will be able to provide you with information about implant solutions and discuss if this treatment would be suited to you. If a dental implant is the right solution for you, then our periodontist will be able to provide expert care to ensure that your treatment is successful. They will take steps to minimize any discomfort and make sure that you are happy with the results of your procedure.

We typically encourage parents to  bring their children in for their first dental visit by the age of two or three. During this initial appointment, our dentists will evaluate your child’s oral health, check for cavities and other problems, discuss brushing and flossing techniques, and help you establish good habits that can last a lifetime. We also provide preventive treatments such as fluoride applications and sealants, which can help prevent decay in children. Read more here on what children’s dentists do.

While we must emphasize that regular visits to the dentist are essential for a healthy mouth, there are some ways you can take care of gum disease in the event that you are unable to see a dentist and need to prevent it from getting worse. Brushing and flossing regularly is key to keeping your gums healthy, as this helps remove bacterial plaque from your teeth and along the gum line. Additionally, eating a balanced diet that is low in sugar and  carbohydrates can help keep your gums healthy, as sugar and carbs can both promote the growth of bacteria that cause gum disease.

Tartar build up on the teeth can be removed without seeing a dentist, however it is best done with professional help. There are some over-the-counter products available that contain acids or enzymes which can dissolve tartar and plaque build up. However, these should be used sparingly as they can damage enamel if not used correctly. Additionally, brushing your teeth twice daily, flossing at least once a day and using an anti-bacterial mouthwash can effectively help reduce tartar build up.

Dentists are specially trained  to diagnose, treat and manage tooth abscesses. Therefore, it is best to seek professional help from a dentist. That said, it may be necessary to  try home remedies to reduce the pain and swelling before visiting a dentist. Home remedies include rinsing your mouth with warm salt water, using a cold compress on the cheek near the abscess, applying an over-the-counter topical numbing agent to the area, and taking over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen.

You cannot fix  a rotten tooth without the help of a dentist. The only way to do this is through dental treatments such as fillings, crowns and root canals, which can only be performed by a qualified professional. Additionally, if your tooth has become severely damaged due to decay or trauma, you may need to have it extracted in order to prevent further damage or infection.