Our Goal

Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality of care in a compassionate and safe environment. In order to do this, we use the most current periodontal procedures, instruments, medications, and sterilization techniques.

We want you to be completely informed of your condition and will answer any questions that you may have regarding your treatment and care.

Sterilization

We know that preventing the spread of infectious diseases such as AIDS, herpes, hepatitis and even the cold virus is critical and our team takes sterilization very seriously. For this reason we use extensive sterilization procedures, going well beyond those recommended by the American Dental Association and Centers for Disease Control.

We use barrier techniques such as disposable masks and gloves and change them for every patient. Every piece of fixed operatory equipment is wiped-down with antibacterial solution prior to every clinical procedure. Sterile water delivery systems are utilized. We use autoclave sterilization for all instruments prior to dental examination and treatment. You can be assured that our staff has been specifically trained on sterilization procedures and their importance.

Patient Comfort

While no dental procedure is 100% comfortable, we go to great lengths to minimize any discomfort you might feel. Many of our patients make statements like, "This wasn't even painful? How did you do that?" We use some of the latest techniques to provide you with as comfortable an experience as possible. We also offer TV across from the dental chair.

Pre-medication

Patient comfort is one of the most important aspects of care. Different patients have different needs for pain and anxiety control medication. Depending upon the procedure and your wishes, there are many medications we can prescribe.

Injections of Anesthesia

In the past, injections of dental anesthesia were more likely to be painful. We have recognized this and take extra care when preparing a patient for anesthetic. We use a topical ointment on the gum tissue first, and then administer the injection very slowly and precisely to reduce the burning sensation that can be experienced. These techniques ensure that patients have minimal, if any discomfort during this portion of care.

Conscious Sedation & Nitrous Oxide

For those patients that would feel more comfortable with conscious sedation, we offer both oral sedation and nitrous oxide analgesia. Either one of these techniques will make you feel relaxed and at ease. Although you will be awake, you will not be aware of your surroundings. Drs. Fernyhough and Swoboda offer this treatment choice.

Conscious sedation can allow you to remain calm during dental procedures, with very minimal recollection of your visit.

General Sedation, otherwise known as “deep sleep” is available if requested.

Special Equipment

We strive to stay on the leading edge of periodontal techniques and equipment. In order to do this, we take a great deal of continuing education. We also utilize advanced equipment in our office. This includes:

Perioscopy which is a video microscope to be able to precisely see areas where infection is under the gumline. Click here to learn more about this unique tool

Advanced Dental Microscopes which allow us to perform microsurgery. Microscopic procedures are usually more comfortable, less invasive, and heal quicker. Generally, the results are also better and more aesthetically pleasing.