Dr. Michele Claeys is skilled at performing many dental procedures. Dr. Claeys has been proudly serving the Augusta, Georgia community for years with quality dental care and welcomes patients from throughout Martinez, Evans, North Augusta, Belvedere, Grovetown, Burnettown, Gloverville and the Clearwater, GA areas. Below is a list of these procedures with links to more detailed information on the topic.
Cosmetic Dentistry
- Bonding is a wonderful and safe technique for fixing cosmetic flaws in teeth
- Cosmetic Fillings are a tooth-colored alternative to traditional amalgam fillings
- Crowns and Bridges are restorations of the visible structure of a severely damaged tooth
- Specialty Dentures are removable replacement teeth
- Gum Recontouring procedures change the shape and appearance of gums
- Dental Implants are a better solution to the problem of missing teeth
- Dental Veneers are thin shells of plastic or porcelain that cover just the visible portion of your teeth
- Teeth Whitening is a safe and effective way to quickly deliver a dramatic change to your smile
Relaxation Dentistry
- Nitrous Oxide is an effective way to help you stay comfortable during a dental procedure
- Oral Sedation is an option for patients to be comfortably sedated through a dental visit
Preventative Dentistry
- Cleaning is part of a proper oral hygiene program
- Dental Examinations are a crucial part of preventative dentistry
- Polishing is often the last step of a dental cleaning, scaling, and some restorative procedures
- Scaling is a deep-cleaning procedure
- X-Rays take pictures called radiographs that show the interior of dental structures
Dental Problems
- Abscessed Tooth is a painful condition caused by infection
- Bad Breath (Halitosis) is common and often has a dental cause
- Cavities and Tooth Decay is the process of a tooth’s mineral content being dissolved
- Dry Mouth is caused by an inadequate supply of saliva
- Fluorosis is a defect in tooth enamel caused by excessive fluoride in young children
- Gum Disease (Gingivitis) is an inflammation of the gums
- Impacted/Wisdom Teeth are teeth that fail to properly emerge through the gums
- Jaw Disorders come from the temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
- Oral Cancer can be detected early and Dr. Michele Claeys can be your first line of defense
- Periodontal Disease (Periodontitis) is advanced gum disease
- Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that coats teeth
- Sensitive Teeth is a very common problem that can be treated effectively
- Teeth Grinding (Bruxism) is either the clenching or grinding of teeth
- Toothaches are commonly caused by the presence of a cavity or an abscess
Treatment
- Braces/Invisalign can correct a “bad bite” by exerting a gentle pressure to straighten teeth
- Extractions/Wisdom Tooth Removal is a safe and routine procedure for the removal of a tooth
- Jaw/TMJ problems refer to a variety of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joints
- Root Canal is a dental procedure designed to remove infection from the soft center of a tooth and save the rest of the tooth
- Sealants protect teeth from tooth decay by adding a protective layer to keep out plaque
General Dentistry
- Adult Dental Care and Prevention is focused on the fight against plaque
- Advanced Dental Technology is used by Dr. Michele Claeys as well as state-of-the-art equipment
- Children Dental Care and Prevention is important to make sure there are no early problems
- Laser Dentistry is one of the most exciting new advances in dentistry