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“Yikes, I chipped a tooth!” While a broken tooth can seem like a big problem, there is no need to panic. At Patel & Dornhecker Dentistry in Fairfield TWP, OH, our dentists will have you smiling again in no time! We offer multiple broken tooth repair options to restore both the appearance and function of your natural tooth. When the unexpected happens There are several reasons a tooth might break or chip. Traumatic injuries, such as a fall or a blow to the mouth, can lead to a tooth fracture along with other dental issues such as damage to the … Continue reading “Broken tooth repair options to restore your smile in Fairfield TWP, OH”

An attractive smile lets others know you are confident and approachable. That is a positive boon from social media to the boardroom. Teeth whitening can give your smile appeal a noticeable boost. At Patel and Dornhecker Dentistry, with offices in Fairfield and Bridgetown, OH, we know there is no single perfect teeth whitening solution. We provide options, tailored to your smile, budget, and schedule. The science of stunning smiles Determining the best whitening method for your smile starts with a basic understanding of what causes teeth to look dingy, and how whitening corrects it. Causes of discoloration: Heredity and age … Continue reading “Attractive smile with teeth whitening: A perfect choice in Bridgetown, OH”

Cincinnati, OH area patients who have scheduled their next dental visit will want to work with a professional who offers oral cancer screenings. Most screenings are done as a preventative to allow patients to be proactive in catching health problems early. This applies as well to oral cancer. Drs. Jesal Patel and Shawn Dornhecker are dentists at Patel and Dornhecker Dentistry who can explain the importance of oral cancer screenings at routine dental appointments. What is oral cancer? Oral cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the oral cavity. This may include the soft tissues of the mouth, … Continue reading “Cincinnati, OH dentist explains the importance of regular oral cancer screenings”

Having a broken tooth is not fun and is not part of anyone’s plan. A fractured, chipped, or cracked tooth not only detracts from your smile’s appearance, but also can cause cuts inside the mouth, pain, and problems eating or speaking. Depending on the depth of the problem, there may be more than one solution on how to repair a broken tooth. Patients in Cheviot can turn to Drs. Jesal Patel and Shawn Dornhecker who have office locations in Fairfield and Bridgetown. How a broken tooth occurs Even with the best intentions, the unexpected can occur. Trauma can happen to … Continue reading “Patients in Cheviot discover treatment options for how to repair a broken tooth”

It can help you make a great first impression, create a more professional appearance, increase your attractiveness to potential romantic partners, and most importantly, it makes you feel great about yourself. It seems as if every movie star has one, but they are elusive in real life. Of course, we are talking about the perfect smile, with straight, bright, uniformly shaped teeth and that extra “wow factor.” What is the stars’ secret? The answer is cosmetic dentistry, often porcelain veneers – and they are available from  Patel and Dornhecker Dentistry in Bridgetown and Fairfield. What are dental veneers? Veneers, as the … Continue reading “Can dental veneers in Bridgetown create a perfect smile?”