Talladega Teeth Whitening, Talladega Veneers, Talladega Dental Implants
Our clinic performs a wide variety of services to help you get the smile you deserve. By leveraging today's advanced techniques and technology, Talladega dentist Dr. Ben Contratto can restore your beautiful smile to help you maintain your youthful appearance. Whether you need to get a tooth filled, have crooked teeth, or need a complete smile makeover, we can offer a treatment plan that's right for you. Read below to learn more about some of the procedures we offer.
General Dentistry
Dental Cleanings
Routine dental cleanings are important to maintaining good oral hygiene. Professional cleaning by a hygienist can remove mineralized plaque that may develop even with careful brushing and flossing, particularly in areas that are difficult to...
Dental Exams and X-Rays
Routine dental exams are important to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Additionally, they can help to avoid the financial costs associated with large treatment plans later on. The Academy of General Dentistry recommends twice yearly checkups...
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is treatment used to repair and save a tooth that has been infected due to a deep cavity or cracked tooth. The treatment involves removing the pulp and the nerves of the tooth, and cleaning the infected area. A tooth's pulp and...
Tooth Extractions
A dental extraction is the procedure to remove a tooth from your mouth. A dental extraction is most commonly required if one of your teeth is damaged beyond practical repair. The most common reasons for tooth extractions include:
Severe...
Cosmetic Dentistry
SureSmile
Dr. Contratto and the team of Cheaha Family Dentistry understand that a straight, healthy smile can boost both confidence and oral health. SureSmile Clear Aligners offer a modern, discreet solution for patients looking to correct misaligned...
Composite Fillings
When treating a cavity, the dentist will remove the decayed portion of your tooth and fill it with another substance. This procedure is called a filling. There are multiple options for the material to be used in the filling, the most common of...
Dental Bonding
Dental Bonding is a restoration procedure in which a tooth-colored resin is bonded to a tooth and cured with an ultraviolet light. Bonding is faster and less expensive than veneers or crowns, and can thus be a good option to make small cosmetic...
Porcelain Crowns
Compared to fillings which just cover a small portion of a tooth, a crown (or cap) encases the entire visible portion of a tooth. In effect, the crown acts as the tooth's new outer surface.A dental crown is used when a tooth is broken or decayed...
Teeth Whitening
Our teeth can discolor through the years as our enamel wears down. The wearing down of enamel allows dentin, a yellow color substance that makes the core of our teeth, to show through. This is what gives our teeth a yellowish tint. Teeth whitening...
Periodontal Gum Care
Gingivitis
At Cheaha Family Dentistry, we’re dedicated to helping our patients maintain healthy, confident smiles—and that begins with healthy gums. Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease, caused by a buildup of plaque and bacteria...
Periodontal Disease
At Cheaha Family Dentistry, we’re committed to protecting not only your teeth but also the foundation that supports them—your gums and bone. Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is a serious condition that occurs when...
Gum Infection Therapy
Gum infections, also known as periodontal infections, occur when bacteria build up beneath the gumline and cause inflammation or damage to the surrounding tissue. Left untreated, these infections can progress quickly—leading to gum...
Periodontitis
At Cheaha Family Dentistry, we’re dedicated to helping our patients protect their smiles at every stage of life—and that includes maintaining healthy gums. Periodontitis is an advanced form of gum disease that occurs when plaque and...
Prosthetics
Dentures
Denture Basics: Information for First-Time Denture Wearers
We all hope our natural teeth will last a lifetime. But when this isn’t possible, dental professionals can offer a number of options to restore oral function and appearance.
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Partial Dentures
At Cheaha Family Dentistry, we believe that every patient deserves a confident, complete smile. If you’re missing one or more teeth, partial dentures offer an excellent way to restore both function and appearance. Designed to blend...
Dental Bridges
A dental bridge is a false tooth that is used to fill the gap created by a missing tooth or teeth. A gap between your teeth can be potentially dangerous to your dental health, as it can cause your teeth to shift resulting in a change in your bite...
