The Preston Dental Center, North Carolina’s premier cosmetic dentistry office, offers your family an array of general dentistry treatments. Families throughout the Raleigh, Durham, and Cary-area can depend on our experienced and skilled dentists. In addition to our cosmetic and restorative procedures — including porcelain veneers, dental implants, teeth whitening, and Invisalign® orthodontics — we can help build and maintain beautiful, healthy smiles through preventative care. Our cosmetic dentists, Dr. J. Gregory Mayes and Dr. Lisa H. Mayes, can craft individual patient treatments that are designed after comprehensive dental examinations. Using the latest advancements in laser dentistry technology, our general dentistry team can help each member of your family maintain exceptional oral health.
Routine professional examinations are an essential supplement to twice-daily brushings and regular flossing. We know that a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile require periodic checkups, cleanings, and fluoride and periodontal treatments. Exercising proper preventative care can help you avoid more costly dental problems down the road. Keep your mouth disease-free and your teeth strong by scheduling a cleaning or checkup today. Our general dentistry treatments can help you create and maintain a healthy smile. Contact our Raleigh, Durham, and Cary-area dentists today to learn more.
Root canal treatment is performed to save a tooth when its pulp becomes injured or infected. The pulp, which provides the tooth with necessary nutrients and contains its nerves, is found within each tooth. When the pulp becomes infected or damaged, the tooth can become very painful and, in many cases, die if left untreated. The general dentistry team at Preston Dental Center can remove the damaged pulp before the tooth is lost.
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If you are experiencing tooth pain or have developed a deep cavity, our cosmetic dentists may determine that a root canal treatment is necessary. Generally, root canal therapy is performed in two visits to our general dentistry office, which provides endodontic treatments to Raleigh, Durham, and Cary-area patients. During the first visit, an anesthetic is administered and the affected tooth is isolated. The pulp is removed through an opening in the tooth’s crown and the root is cleaned and shaped. A temporary filling is then placed to keep saliva out. On the next visit, the filling is removed and the root canal is filled and permanently sealed using a dental crown.
If you are experiencing tooth pain and would like to know more about root canal therapy, contact our cosmetic dentists, Drs. Gregory and Lisa Mayes, today and arrange a consultation and thorough examination.
According to the American Dental Association, only half of all patients diagnosed with oral cancer survive more than five years. Catching the disease quickly helps, though, and regular dental exams are essential in the early detection of oral cancer. The team at the Preston Dental Center has the knowledge and tools to diagnose oral cancer at its earliest stages. At our general dentistry practice — serving Raleigh, Durham, and Cary-area patients — Drs. Gregory and Lisa Mayes will carefully examine all areas of your mouth prior to treatment.
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Often oral cancer starts as a tiny white or red spot inside the mouth. Oral cancer can occur anywhere in the mouth, including the lips, gums, cheek lining, tongue, or palate. Other signs of oral cancer include:
The best defense against oral cancer is early detection. Regular examinations by our general dentistry team can identify early signs of cancer and pre-cancerous conditions.
Periodontal (or gum) disease is one of the leading causes of missing teeth. Fortunately, there are now treatments available that are very successful in reversing periodontal disease before teeth are lost. Periodic examinations of the teeth and gums are extremely important to maintaining good oral health. Our general dentistry practice can identify periodontal disease at its earliest stages and help treat gingivitis or periodontitis before teeth are lost.
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Gums that are red, swollen, tender, or prone to bleeding easily are common warning signs that may indicate periodontal disease. Other symptoms of gum disease include:
It is also possible to have periodontal disease and have no warning signs. For this reason, regular periodontal examinations are essential to maintaining a healthy smile. Contact the Preston Dental Center — providing general dentistry treatments to Raleigh, Durham, and Cary-area patients — to schedule a checkup.
As part of our commitment to total mouth care, the Preston Dental Center’s general dentistry practice also provides high-quality pediatric dentistry care. It’s never too early to instill proper oral healthcare habits in children. Our general dentistry team is dedicated to ensuring that your children receive complete dental care in a fun, gentle, and positive environment.
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Drs. Gregory and Lisa Mayes offer an array of treatments that can help your child maintain a bright, healthy smile. Our family dentistry treatments include:
If you have a dental emergency or you would like to know more about any of our general dentistry treatments, contact our Raleigh, Durham, and Cary-area office and arrange a consultation. Our family dentists can help you instill proper oral healthcare habits in your child. Schedule an appointment today.