Procedures

Saginaw dentist, Dr. Schmidt is skilled at performing many dental procedures. Dr. Schmidt and his team provide exceptional sedation and cosmetic dentistry along with general dentistry services, like cosmetic fillings, exams, dental veneers, teeth whitening, sealants, crowns & bridges & more. Below is a list of these procedures with links to more detailed information on the topic.

Sedation, cosmetic, general dentistry services for the family

Cosmetic Dentistry

Dental 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
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
Diagnodent pen is a hand-held laser caries detection aid.
SOPRO 717 FIRST is an Intra-Oral Camera. And the SOPROLIFE is a Caries Detection and Intra-Oral Camera.
Orthophos SL/AI by Sirona 3D scans are much more comfortable, much less invasive, and provide a more relaxed and enjoyable treatment experience.
The ELECTROtorque plus - Brushless Electric System is Dr. Schmidt latest technology upgraded.

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
Oral Cancer can be detected early and Dr. Schmidt 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

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
Root Canal is a dental procedure designed to remove infection from the soft center of a tooth
Sealants protect teeth from tooth decay by adding a protective layer to keep out plaque

General Dentistry

Adult Care and Prevention is focused on the fight against plaque
Advanced Dental Technology is used by Dr. Schmidt as well as state-of-the-art equipment
Children Care and Prevention is important to make sure there are no early problems
Same Day Emergency Dental Care is offered by Dr. Schmidt

989.793.6480

4963 Mackinaw Road, Saginaw, MI 48603