In-House Tooth Extractions If a tooth has too much damage or is deeply infected, of if third molars are impacted, extraction may be the best solution to the problem. We perform most extractions in our office, so you don’t have to be inconvenienced with a referral to another office. Our compassionate manner will make you feel comfortable in our care for this treatment. Park Dental of Colmar   James H. Park, DMD 2200 N. Broad Street Colmar, PA 18915 (215) 716-7228 ParkDentalColmar.com

Saving Hopeless Teeth Missing teeth are detrimental to your overall dental health. A root canal can help you avoid unnecessary extractions and save teeth with roots that have been injured or infected. A root canal is a process that restores a tooth by excavating the pulp chamber and packing the space with filling material. This is often required when dental decay injures the nerve of the tooth (or the tooth has become infected). At that point, you need more than a simple filling. We are skilled in advanced root canal therapy. In the past, the root canal deserved its reputation as something to be dreaded. However, with modern anesthetics and technology, root canals are now a manageable form of treatment. Park Dental of Colmar   James H. Park, DMD 2200 N. Broad Street Colmar, PA 18915 (215) 716-7228 ParkDentalColmar.com

Intra-Oral Camera Makes You a Part of the Team Dr. Park believes that your improved dental health will take a team effort. He also understands that technology makes it easier for you to participate in the critical decisions that involve your teeth and gums, which why he uses the intra-oral camera. This small, advanced video camera produces a close-up picture of the inside of your mouth. When you can see for yourself why certain areas need help, you can be more fully engaged in each treatment decision. Park Dental of Colmar   James H. Park, DMD 2200 N. Broad Street Colmar, PA 18915 (215) 716-7228 ParkDentalColmar.com

Oral Cancer – Don’t Risk Your Life Oral cancer takes one American life every hour, but you don’t have to become a statistic! With early detection, there is a 90% cure rate for oral cancer. That’s why we do a visual screening at every six-month checkup and cleaning. If Dr. Park or our hygienist sees anything that creates a concern, they’ll refer you to an oral surgeon. This screening could save your life! Park Dental of Colmar   James H. Park, DMD 2200 N. Broad Street Colmar, PA 18915 (215) 716-7228 ParkDentalColmar.com

Gum Disease Can Contribute to Heart Disease and Even Stroke Medical research has demonstrated that gum disease contributes to the onset of stroke, heart disease, and many other illnesses. This is a serious matter since heart disease is usually fatal, which means treating gum disease is critical to preserving your overall health.  The American Dental Association estimates that 8 out of 10 Americans have periodontal (gum) disease. Percentages this high should ensure gum disease would be handled as an epidemic. Because tooth loss is thought of as merely unpleasant, not immediately life-threatening, the severity of the disease has been ignored for far too long. However, things are changing.  The American Academy of Periodontology has distributed information that states, “Studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised...

Oral Cancer – Don’t Risk Your Life Oral cancer takes one American life every hour, but you don’t have to become a statistic! With early detection, there is a 90% cure rate for oral cancer. That’s why we do a visual screening at every six-month checkup and cleaning. If Dr. Park or our hygienist sees anything that creates a concern, they’ll refer you to an oral surgeon. This screening could save your life! Park Dental of Colmar   James H. Park, DMD 2200 N. Broad Street Colmar, PA 18915 (215) 716-7228 ParkDentalColmar.com