If you have any dental concerns, please share them with us at your next dental visit. Having knowledge of your medical history and dental concerns can help us to treat you more effectively. Chapel Hill dentist, Dr. James Furgurson, is experienced in nearly all facets of dentistry. We place a special focus on treating adult patients who have complex dental problems, cosmetic concerns, and/or fear of the dentist.
We offer a full range of general dentistry services as well as cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and TMJ Therapy.
At Chapel Hill Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, you can expect high-quality, professional care in a comfortable and convenient setting. Dr. Furgurson and Dr. White strive to be more than just a dentist but to become your partner in your overall healthcare. Our examinations are comprehensive, taking a look at the entire oral system and how it works with the rest of the body. With this complete approach, we deliver results that are long-lasting, comfortable, and natural-looking.
Dental Concerns We Can Fix in Our Chapel Hill Dental Office
We provide complete treatment for your dental concerns:
Bleeding Gums
Also known as gingivitis, bleeding gums are the first stage of gum disease development. To prevent gum disease from causing permanent damage to your soft tissues, we offer thorough teeth cleanings and gum therapy options to help restore your gum health. If you have further symptoms of gum disease, we may recommend regular deep cleanings.
Cosmetic Concerns
We want our patients to feel proud of their smiles, so we offer various cosmetic dentistry solutions. Our office will work with you to improve the look of your teeth and gums so you can achieve your dream smile. We offer veneers, crowns, whitening, bonding, and Invisalign. These treatments restore the look and function of your smile.
Frequent Headaches
If you’re having tension headaches, earaches, or soreness in your face, these could be signs of jaw alignment problems. When your jaw isn’t aligned correctly, it can cause these types of pain. We can help you with TMJ treatments, a common condition affecting the jaw. One option is oral appliance therapy, where you wear a special device to help realign your jaw and reduce pain.
Another option is using Botox or Xeomin injections. These injections can help ease facial pain and reduce chronic headaches caused by TMJ. Our dentist is experienced in giving these injections in a comfortable and effective way.
Missing Teeth
When you are missing one or more teeth, you are at a higher risk for gum disease and tooth decay development. In addition, you are at risk for more extensive dental damage due to the amount of pressure being applied to your surrounding dental structures. We offer a wide range of restorative dentistry solutions to our patients looking to replace missing teeth.
Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding can cause jaw pain, tension headaches, and unintended dental damage. We provide custom nightguards to protect teeth as you sleep to combat bruxism.
These are special mouthguards made just for you to wear while you sleep. They are designed to fit comfortably in your mouth and act as a cushion between your upper and lower teeth. This helps prevent damage from grinding and reduces pressure on your jaw. Using a nightguard can help you get a better night’s sleep and keep your teeth and jaw healthy.
Tooth Cavities
A dental cavity is a hole or pit formed when harmful bacteria break down the tooth enamel. Our office can help you restore your smile following tooth decay, including fillings, crowns, and root canals.
For smaller cavities, we might use a filling to fill in the hole and protect the tooth. If the damage is more serious, we may use a dental crown to cover and protect the tooth. In some cases, if the decay has affected the inside of the tooth, a root canal might be needed to remove the damaged parts and save the tooth. Our team will work with you to choose the best treatment to keep your smile healthy and looking great.
Tooth Pain
Toothaches should be addressed by a professional dentist as soon as possible. They may stem from dental decay or damage to your tooth’s structure. If you have a toothache, our team will ensure that you are seen as soon as possible to relieve your symptoms and minimize discomfort.
Addressing the problem quickly can help prevent it from getting worse and can reduce your pain. Don’t wait too long if you’re having tooth pain—getting prompt care is the best way to protect your teeth and your health.
Worn or Broken Teeth
Drs. Furgurson and White can identify the root cause of your worn or damaged teeth. Then, we can make appropriate treatment recommendations to restore your long-term dental health with lasting results. In some cases, we recommend bonding, but if you need more support, you may need a dental crown.
For minor damage, we might recommend bonding. Bonding involves using a special material to fill in and fix small chips or cracks.
If your teeth need more support or have more serious damage, we may suggest getting a dental crown. A dental crown is a cap that covers and protects a damaged tooth, making it strong and functional again.
Snoring and Sleep Apnea
Our team can create a custom-made sleep apnea appliance for you to wear during sleep to prevent loud snoring associated with sleep apnea. Similar to a mouthguard, an oral appliance keeps the airway open.
By keeping the airway clear, the appliance helps you breathe easily throughout the night. This reduces snoring improves your sleep quality. Our dentist will take measurements of your mouth to create a perfect fit, so the appliance is comfortable and effective.
Schedule An Appointment Today
If you have dental concerns and are looking for a dentist in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, or surrounding communities, we are currently accepting new patients!
To schedule an appointment with one of our experienced dentists, contact us at 919.736.6175. You can also request an appointment online. Prompt and effective treatment for many common dental concerns can often alleviate the need for more complex restoration later.