113 Saratoga Road
Glenville, NY 12302
518-399-4696
| Improving Smiles in Glenville, NY with Porcelain Veneers, Tooth Whitening, and Invisalign® - Also Serving Schenectady and the greater Albany area. The cosmetic dentistry procedures that we provide in our Saratoga Springs-area office range from subtle tooth whitening to beautiful porcelain veneers to treatments with even more dramatic results. Dedicated to improving the health and appearance of your teeth, we stay current with all the latest and greatest treatments that modern dentistry has to offer, including a line of "invisible braces" called invisalign®. We also educate our patients in Albany, Schenectady, and Saratoga Springs about the many tooth whitening procedures on the market. The benefits of porcelain veneers over dental bonding and dental crowns is another topic we discuss with those who’d like to explore their cosmetic dentistry options. If you would like to discuss the benefits of invisalign® at our Albany-area office, or simply learn more about any of the procedures described here, please call our Schenectady County cosmetic dentistry office to schedule a consultation. You can always reach us by calling (518) 399-4696. Treatment Highlights
Porcelain Veneers  If you aren’t happy with your smile and you reside near Saratoga Springs, porcelain veneers applied by Dr. Oyangen could be the perfect fix for your dental problem. These thin shells of dental ceramic are bonded to the surface of your teeth during a quick procedure at our office. Porcelain veneers are a more conservative alternative to dental crowns because we don’t have to remove much of the tooth's original surface to attach them. Plus, the tooth-to-veneer adhesion is strong enough that patients can look forward to having straighter, whiter teeth that they can treat just like their natural ones. Though veneers can be made of different materials, Dr. Oyangen favors porcelain veneers because the translucent surface looks surprisingly authentic. Porcelain veneers absorb and reflect light in much the same way that natural teeth do, so the veneered teeth look nearly indistinguishable from the surrounding teeth. The smooth surface also makes them nearly impervious to further discoloration (whereas natural teeth have microscopic pits and crevices that tend to collect stain-inducing material). Contact our office near Saratoga Springs for more information on porcelain veneers. › Back to top Tooth Whitening  Regardless of how diligently you take care of your pearly whites, some discoloration will inevitably occur over time. There are, however, a number of ways to return your smile to its original dazzling state. Whether you brighten your smile at home or in our office near Saratoga Springs, tooth whitening definitely turns back the clock. How? Tooth whitening reverses the ravages of coffee, tea, cola, red wine, and tobacco – as well as the gradual color change brought on by aging.We advise our patients that tooth whitening can be performed either as an at-home, dentist-supervised process or in the dentist's chair. While neither of these methods stops future discoloration, both types of treatment bring about whiter teeth and help create a brighter smile. If you choose the at-home option, you’ll receive individualized instruction on how to administer your tooth whitening solution. We’ll make a cast of your teeth and use that to create a customized mouth tray that fits comfortably in your mouth. The tray will hold a mild solution of carbamide peroxide against the teeth, releasing a non-toxic bleaching agent.  Contact our Saratoga Springs-area cosmetic dentistry office if tooth whitening sounds like the answer to your cosmetic dentistry needs. › Back to top Invisalign®  Sometimes referred to as “invisible braces,” the invisalign® system available at our Albany-area practice involves a series of clear plastic mouth guards that fit over misaligned teeth to progressively straighten them. Providing an effective alterative to traditional metal braces, the custom-made mouth guards – called aligners – have the added advantage of being discreet, which is why invisalign® appeals to our patients who want straight teeth and a beautiful smile without ever having to bother with traditional orthodontia. If your teeth have slight to moderate crowding or spacing problems, then you’re a prime candidate for this innovative procedure. We invite you to schedule an appointment with the experienced invisalign® doctor at our practice. If Dr. Oyangen determines that invisalign® is right for, you’ll begin the first stage of the process: having photos taken and impressions of your teeth made. Using advanced computer technology, we can use this information to produce a 3-D digital model of your teeth, to simulate the movement of your teeth during treatment, and then to build precise molds for your set of aligners (12 to 48 mouthpieces, depending on your needs) shaped to ease your teeth into the optimal position. You’ll wear each aligner for approximately two weeks, and you’ll be able to remove them to eat, drink, and brush your teeth – a major advantage that invisalign® has over braces. Serving Albany, Saratoga Springs, and the entire Capitol District, we look forward to helping you explore your invisalign® options. Contact our Schenectady County cosmetic dentistry experts for more information on invisalign®. › Back to top Dental Bonding  Used to improve the outward appearance of teeth, bonding is a process in which a resin or plastic composite material is bonded onto an existing tooth. An ideal remedy for cracked or chipped teeth, bonding hides discoloration and reduces small spaces between teeth. Whatever its purpose, composite bonding can significantly alter a smile – or simply make it brighter and more youthful. And unlike veneers or crowns, this procedure requires minimal (if any) removal of the existing tooth. › Back to top All-Ceramic Crowns and Bridges  We can replace your old silver crowns with beautiful life-like all-ceramic crowns that are bonded in place, not cemented. With all-ceramic crowns, there is no discomfort caused by temperature transfer via metal framework. The all-ceramic pieces are more natural looking (without the telltale grey lines of metal-backed bridges, for example). Another advantage is that the material is kinder to surrounding gum tissue allowing them to be healthier and less sensitive. › Back to top Gum Reshaping  We can use a Waterlase® dental laser to painlessly remove red and swollen gum tissue, or to treat patients who are dissatisfied with their smile’s gum-to-teeth ratio. Because the procedure doesn’t require the use of scalpels or drills, we are able to balance out irregular-height gum tissue with little or no bleeding. Waterlase® does not produce heat as does other lasers, so patients heal in a third of the time. Contact our office near Saratoga Springs for more information on porcelain veneers, tooth whitening and invisalign®. We also serve the Albany area. › Back to top Implants  Implants are titanium cylinders placed into healthy bone and allow teeth, bridges or dentures to be anchored. Implants will never corrode, or get cavities, or become sensitive to hot or cold like real teeth. Dr. Oyangen has been trained to place and restore numerous systems especially Nobel Biocare and Branemark (the best known worldwide). › Back to top Cold Sores Information coming soon! › Back to top Painless Dentistry There are many methods for relieving oral pain. They include: * Ice packs on the affected area. * Avoiding hard candy or ice. * Avoiding sleeping on your stomach. Dentists use a wide array of pain management tools, including: * Anesthetics such as Novocaine. * Analgesics such as aspirin or ibuprofen. * Sedatives, including a procedure known as "conscious sedation" or general sedation (also known as "deep sedation"). › Back to top Root Canals Our primary objective is to save teeth. We will perform root canal procedures on all teeth that are worth saving. We follow one of three techniques to clean, dissinfect, and fill roots of infected teeth. › Back to top Extractions When teeth connot be saved, we follow a traumatic removal techniques. Every effort is made to have complete anesthesia and reduce soft tissue damage. This reduces post operative swelling and pain. When important, we will place bone grafting substances to preserve bone and ridges. This reduces pain and shrinkage of gums and bone allowing better cosmetic results. Dermal Fillers In addtion to beautifying smiles, we also work to improve the areas surrounding the teeth. The lines on either side of our mouths that look like parantheses ( ) are called "static lines". These lines are present when your face is at rest. Our bodies  naturally manufacture something called Hyaluronic acid which hydrates your skin. As we age our bodies don't produce as much HA or as efficiently. Resulting in lines and sometimes deep furrows around the mouth. Juvederm is a gel made of Hyaluronic acid. When this gel is injected under the skin it fills in these areas making your skin look smoother and younger. Botox Fine lines on our faces such as the ones around our lips and on our foreheads are active lines that are made when our faces are in motion.  Application of Botox relaxes the muscles that cause the skin to wrinkle. Giving a smoother, more youthful appearance. Botox has also been used successfully treat severe headaches and tridgeminal neuralgia.   WHAT IS A DENTAL IMPLANT? CREATING A NEW FOUNDATION. Dental implants are artificial roots that serve as a replacement for missing teeth. Research indicates that dental implants' biocompatible surfaces actually stimulate the required fusion with the bone. Once that has been achieved, the crown, bridge, or whole tooth replacement can be fixed to the implant or implants to feel and function like natural teeth. Each year, millions of implants are successfully placed in patients throughout the world. In light of a very high treatment success rate, it is no wonder that the trend toward implants continues to grow. TEETH AS INDIVIDUAL AS YOU. Dental crowns and bridges are replacement teeth that are individually produced to meet your own personal needs. It is recognized that all- ceramic crowns and bridges offer the best esthetic solution. WHY ARE IMPLANTS USED? THE MANY USES OF IMPLANTS Implants can be used for all kinds of restorations. Unlike a traditional bridge, a single implant restoration replaces a tooth without the need to grind down the adjacent teeth. Bridges anchored with an implant are free standing and do not rely on the support of the surrounding teeth. Fixing a partial restoration on implants also avoids the need for less esthetic anchoring methods, like clasps SOLUTIONS THAT LAST. Regardless of the cause of tooth loss, dental implants can be a simple, proven and lasting solution for restoring teeth. After a thorough examination of your previous medical history, your dentist can advise you on whether dental implants may be the right solution for you. Anyone who is missing one or several teeth because of injury, disease, or tooth decay is a candidate for dental implants. There is no upper age limit. In fact, the deciding factor is that the jaw is no longer growing and that there is enough good, healthy bone to permit placement. If the amount of bone is inadequate, it is also possible for the bone to be built up. Nevertheless, heavy alcohol consumption, smoking, diabetes, or other clinical conditions may interfere with an implant's integration process and it's ultimate long-term success. People who grind their teeth at night must also undertake a careful evaluation with their dentist. THE ADVANTAGES OF RESTORING TEETH. REAL NATURAL TOOTH FUNCTION. Restoring teeth has been a mainstay of modern dentistry for many years. But only after the advent of dental implants and ceramics have patients been able to enjoy restorations that feel, function and look like natural teeth. LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES. Modern dental restorations are supported by either the remaining natural teeth, dental implants, or any combination of the two. MATERIALS OF CHOICE Titanium is currently the most suitable implant material. Titanium implants are biocompatible and do not trigger any allergic reactions. The ceramic materials used in prosthetics are also 100% biocompatible. All-ceramic materials do not cause any allergic reactions, and sensitivity to heat and cold are a thing of the past. QUALITY OF LIFE Modern dentistry is undergoing a rapid advancement of solutions and products to satisfy all patient requirements, improving daily chewing function and restoring personal appearance. THE ADVANTAGES OF DENTAL IMPLANTS DELIVERING A PROVEN, SUCCESSFUL SOLUTION. Dental implants are widely recognized to be the most successful method of tooth replacement used today. Placed by trained dentists, implants and modern prosthetics are hard to tell apart from your natural teeth. The color, shape and contour of replacement teeth can be adapted to match that of your natural teeth. And with dental implants, healthy teeth do not have to be compromised. MAINTAINING A YOUTHFUL APPEARANCE Maintaining your natural bone is one of the most important advantages of dental implants. With missing teeth, the bone begins to resorb over time. Significant bone loss can shrink the contours of the jawbone, causing wrinkled lips and a sunken mouth and chin. Dental implants can help counteract that by preventing resorption of the jawbone, stimulating bone growth and stopping bone loss. PRESERVING YOUR HEALTHY TEETH With conventional dental bridges, adjacent teeth are used as anchors and must often be ground down. Dental implants eliminate this need and allow natural, healthy teeth to be preserved in their original state. COMFORTABLE SOLUTIONS THAT LAST The latest prosthetics and implant solutions are very durable. They are more stable, more comfortable, and more functional than conventional dentures. And because dental implants are made of biocompatible materials, they are also more tolerated by the body. With proper care and good oral hygiene, a prosthetic solution will last for many years. A dental implant can actually last a lifetime. PROVIDING STABLE RETENTION AND SECURITY The stable retention of prosthetic solutions and implant supported tooth replacements offers strength, reliabilty and durability similar to that of natural teeth. Crowns, bridges or prosthetics are securely anchored to integrated dental implants. This eliminates some of the main problems of conventional prosthetics: poor fit, gum irritation, pressure points, speech and taste impairment. The result is an esthetically comfortable, reliable and stress-free solution. INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT PLANS In ideal cases, implants can be placed in as little as one session. Your treatment plan will, however, be dependent on your particular clinical situation. Depending on the treatment procedure, it may take between one and two hours. Afterwards, the implant often needs time to integrate so that it can fuse with the bone. The better the quality of the bone, the better the conditions and the shorter the treatment duration. Depending on the clinical situation, a temporary tooth may be provided during the integration period. Once this integration phase has been successfully concluded, the final replacement tooth can be attached. DIAGNOSIS AND PRE-TREATMENT PLANNING The dentist will first make a careful diagnosis and examine whether the conditions for implant treatment have been met. It is essential that the gums and bone are free from inflammation (periodontitis) and tooth decay. If necessary, these conditions are also treated. During a diagnosis, the quantity, and quality of the bone is also thoroughly examined. If there is an inadequate amount of bone for implant treatment, it can also be built up. PLACING THE IMPLANT Implant placement can be performed very quickly and, thanks to local anesthesia, it is relatively pain-free. With careful preparation and execution, the treatment should conclude without problems and with minimal risk. BIOLOGICAL INTEGRATION In the vast majority of cases, implant integration occurs quite quickly and without problems. Typically, any minimal discomfort experienced following implant insertion improves rapidly. In a minority of cases, it may take up to a year for the implant to fully integrate with the bone. FINAL TEETH The last step of any implant treatment is the attachment of the final new tooth or teeth. In some cases, this can be performed immediately after the implants have been placed. In most cases, however, a temporary tooth is placed while the implants integrate with the jaw bone and the final replacement teeth are being manufacured. Final teeth are individually designed. These high-precision custom-made crowns and bridges - often made of all-ceramic biocompatible materials - are attached to implants using cement or tiny screws. COMPLICATIONS AND RISKS Careful preparation and implementation of prosthetic or implant treatment reduces risk to a minimum. Implant treatment is nonetheless a surgical procedure. As such, it is associated with certain risks. Under normal circumstances, the swelling and mild pain which may occur often disappear after a few days. Periodontitis, poor oral hygiene, inadequate wound healing, cigarette smoking, or serious general diseases (such as diabetes) are also risk factors, which, depending on their severity, may be a contraindication for dental implants. Your dentist will be glad to provide you with information about potential complications and risks. CARE AND DURABILITY How long implants and new teeth last depends primarily on how well your teeth are cared for. If you have good oral hygiene, including good home care and regular dental checkups, your implants can last for many years, possibly up to an entire lifetime. CROWN ON A NATURAL TOOTH A dental crown is used to restore any tooth that is destroyed or esthetically damaged. Frequently, it makes sense to restore the teeth with a completely new crown For this purpose, the tooth is ground down far enough so that a new crown can be placed on the remaining healthy natural tooth structure. This provides a strong, natural foundation for the new crown. If your dentist prescribes a ceramic crown, it will be made from biocompatible materials. It will be individually manufactured to ensure that it perfectly matches the patient's adjacent natural teeth. REPLACING A MISSING TOOTH CROWN ON AN IMPLANT If you are missing only one tooth, an all-ceramic dental crown on a dental implant is often the best choice. The implant serves as a foundation for a dental crown. The ceramic crown is then attached to the dental implant. It matches the shade and contour of your natural teeth so that no one can tell the difference. Replacing a single tooth with an implant-based solution does not compromise healthy adjacent teeth, nor is there a risk that continuing bone loss will weaken neighboring teeth. REPLACING SEVERAL MISSING TEETH BRIDGES ON NATURAL TEETH For two or more missing teeth, a bridge cemented to natural teeth is an economically viable, long-term solution. The bridge is supported by the adjacent natural teeth, which must be ground down beforehand to serve as a support for the new bridge. BRIDGES ON IMPLANTS A bridge supported by implants counteracts bone loss and protects the remaining healthy teeth. If two or several teeth are missing, a bridge firmly anchored to implants provides an esthetically pleasing and funtional result that helps prevent further loss of natural bone. TOOTH REPLACEMENT WHEN ALL TEETH ARE MISSING Missing all of your natural teeth can have a devastating impact on quality of life. It often makes people appear older than they actually feel. Conventional solutions include adjusting the denture base to the gum tissue with either a dental adhesive or by holding it in place with a close seal along the border of the denture. The success of conventional solutions depends largely on the amount of residual bone and soft tissue. The loose attachment of the tooth replacement can also reduce chewing capacity, which can lead to an unbalanced diet and poor digestion - crunchy vegetables and fruits, for example, are almost impossible to eat. Bone loss may also progress, and the functionality of the tooth replacement will increasingly diminish. When the palate is covered by an upper denture, a reduction in the sense of taste can also be expected. By contrast, prosthetics supported by implants function and look like natural teeth. Patients say that the biggest advantage of implant - supported dental prosthetics is a restored self esteem. For them, it is possible to eat, talk and laugh again in an uninhibited way. Another benefit is the absence of the unpleasant aspects of conventional dental prosthetics, including improper fit and messy adhesives. People with securely fitting tooth replacements feel better, look better, and enjoy a higher quality of life. FIXED, REMOVABLE TOOTH REPLACEMENT ON IMPLANTS A removable prosthetic secured on two or more implants using mechanical anchors, which retain the prosthetic in a very secure way. After placement, an implant - supported prosthesis largely functions and appears just like natural teeth. The sense of taste is also preserved, as the roof of the mouth is not covered with an acrylic denture. Another advantage is that the bridge can be removed for cleaning. FIXED, REMOVABLE BRIDGE ON AN IMPLANT BAR The bar serves as a supporting element for a removable prosthesis and is supported by two or more implants. The prosthetic attaches to the bar to provide secure retention. Here again, the prosthetic can be removeable for easy cleaning. SCREW-RETAINED BRIDGE ON IMPLANTS A fixed prosthesis consists of a dental implant bridge supported by four or more implants. The prosthesis is fixed firmly to the dental implants and the gum remains free. As a result, taste sensation is maintained. Screw retained bridges allow teeth to function without restrictions. › Back to top |
| Dr. Roy Is AMAZING! U R the best dentist I have ever had. You are so considerate! Lots of love, Megan Dr. O and staff - You are the best. You work as a team and treat patients with the utmost respect. I have had very bad experiences in the past. I wish I had found Dr. Oyangen a long time ago. With many thanks, Pat Lopez This office is great - I'm so glad my husband found Dr. O. The staff has been terrific - the doctor is the best and the work has been superb! Thanks, Holly Kelley is very knowledgable and convinced me to have whitening done which I am very happy with. All of the technicians - Alisa, Tanya, etc. are very professional, caring, and efficient. And of course Dr. O is the best, not to mention the puppies! Keep up the good work and the wonderful atmosphere! Diane The first thing I noticed is that the staff makes you feel welcome! Dr. Roy is a professional from the initial exam, explores what needs to be done and keeps you informed as to what he is doing. Pete Everyone here is so nice and friendly! I will continue to recommend this place to my friends and family. Adam So gentle, so caring, great place to get your teeth fixed!! Doug "What a great staff! And the greatest doctor! I am the worst patient ever. I never wanted to get my teeth fixed, but Doctor Oyangen did not let me feel a thing at all! I am flabbergasted! Thank you all!!" – Ellie Notar You R the best dentist and your staff is marvelous!" – Kathy Schrader "Absolutely incredible! A dentist who is sensitive to my low pain tolerance -- and does the most beautiful work I have ever seen!" – Tom (formerly scared of dentists) |