Dentist in Columbia, MD - Precision Dentistry, Dr. Duane Archer

Common Questions

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1 . Does bleaching damage the teeth?
No. When carbamide peroxide, the active whitening agent, contacts water, hydrogen peroxide is released which whitens the teeth. Bleaching does not soften, demineralize or weaken the teeth.

2 . Do over-the-counter bleaching products work?
There is some evidence that over-the-counter bleaching products do whiten teeth, however, many of the products are too abrasive and can damage the teeth with extended use or misuse. Supervision by your dentist is always the safest and most effective way to whiten your teeth.

3 . What are porcelain veneers and why are they used?
Porcelain veneers are ultra-thin shells of ceramic material which are bonded to the front of the teeth. This procedure can be an ideal choice for improving the appearance of the front teeth by masking discolorations, whitening teeth and/or reshaping a smile.

4 . What causes my jaw to pop when I open it?
There is a pad or disk that separates the jaw bone from the base of the skull. The primary cause of the "popping" occurs when you open your mouth too wide and the jaw bone "pops" off the pad or disk. Treatment is not required unless pain is associated with the "pop" or the jaw locks.

OFFICE

Precision Dentistry
8850 Columbia 100 Parkway
Columbia, MD 21045
Suites 312 + 313
P: 410.884.0262

Open Mon to Thurs from 9am - 6pm

ADVANCED TREATMENTS

:: Invisalign invisible braces
:: Digital X-rays (less radiation)
:: Brand new, state of the art facility
:: Porcelain crowns & veneers
:: Sedation dentistry
:: Cutting-edge technology
:: Tooth colored fillings
:: Modern, pain-free dentistry

COMMUNITY NEWS

:: Walk for Alzheimer Disease
We took part in a community walk in October, 2011 at Centennial Park
:: Breast Cancer Awareness
Precision Dentistry showed their support during October, 2011.