Tooth-Colored Fillings

A tooth-colored filling is a dental filling that is designed to match the aesthetics of a natural tooth. Dental fillings are used to fill cavities or holes in the teeth that have been caused by dental decay. Also known as composite resins, these types of fillings provide solid durability and resistance to fracture in small to mid-size fillings that need to withstand the pressure of chewing. If you need a dental filling, Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS can discuss your options.

The procedure for a tooth-colored filling can be completed in one appointment. Because tooth-colored fillings bond directly to tooth enamel, they are strong and resist the wear and tear that comes with chewing food. To keep your white fillings looking their best, you’ll need to maintain a proper oral hygiene regimen by brushing at least twice a day for two minutes, flossing for at least once a day, and visiting us twice a year for routine dental cleanings.

If you have questions or concerns about dental fillings, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.lisbradleydds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS in Brentwood, TN, call 615-778-0810.

Dental Crowns

A dental crown is a fixed prosthetic device that is cemented onto existing teeth or dental implants by Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS. There are several reasons a dental crown may be necessary. Dental crowns help repair and strengthen teeth that have been damaged by dental trauma or decay, they can improve a tooth’s appearance. Dental crowns can last a lifetime with proper oral care.

There are several types of materials that are used for dental crowns and Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS can discuss these options with you during a consultation. The procedure for receiving a dental crown usually takes two visits. During the first appointment, Dr. Bradley will prepare the tooth, take the tooth impression, and place a temporary crown. In between these two appointments your permanent crown will be made, and the second visit will include placing the permanent crown!

If you have questions or concerns about dental crowns, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.lisbradleydds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS in Brentwood, TN, call 615-778-0810.

Diabetes and Implants

Patients at Dr. Lis Bradly’s dental practice in Brentwood can count on oral care suited to their unique needs. One of the conditions which causes the most oral health complications is diabetes, and today, we’re looking at how diabetes affects a patient’s candidacy for implants.

Doctors long debated whether people with diabetes should get dental implants. On one hand, diabetes drives periodontal disease and periodontal disease can cause people’s teeth to fall out, creating a need for restorations. On the other hand, diabetes slows the healing of wounds and placement of implants requires incisions to be made in the gum tissue. Implant failure is also associated with gum inflammation, and people with uncontrolled diabetes are prone to chronic inflammation. But after reviewing many scientific studies, the American Dental Association reached the conclusion that diabetes patients with controlled blood sugar do not actually have higher rates of implant failure than the general population. While the longer recovery period and the need for more attention to inflammation and its causes are factors to keep in mind, diabetes does not itself disqualify a person from receiving this life-changing treatment, and the rate of implant failure overall is very low.

Lis Bradley, DDS, operates at 8112 Isabella Ln, Suite 101, Brentwood, Tennessee. To schedule an appointment, visit LisBradleyDDS.com or call 615-778-0810.

 

Cosmetic Dentistry

A smile is one of the very first things that someone remembers when meeting a person, so it’s important to sport one you are proud of. From subtle changes, to extensive repairs, Lis Bradley DDS offers a wide variety of cosmetic dental procedures to improve the smile you already have or provide you with a brand new one. With modern advances in dentistry, cosmetic procedures can range from teeth-whitening, to replacing missing teeth, and everything in between.

Cosmetic improvements aren’t always just cosmetic. Many of these treatments can improve your oral health as well as your bite. For example, if you are missing teeth due to trauma or decay, Dr. Lis Bradley may recommend dental implants or a bridge for you. Dental implants involve a series of procedures used to recreate a missing tooth, and a dental bridge is a non-removable prosthesis attached to remaining natural teeth. Or, if you have chipped or cracked teeth, Dr. Lis Bradley may discuss veneers or dental bonding with you. Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or plastic placed over the front teeth to change the color or shape of your teeth, while dental bonding uses tooth-colored materials to fill in gaps.

At Lis Bradley DDS, regardless of how you wish to improve your smile our staff is here to make your care as affordable and comfortable as possible. No matter what your dentistry needs are, our professionals guarantee that you will leave our office satisfied.

If you wish to aesthetically improve your smile, please give us a call to discuss your treatment options. To learn about the cosmetic services we provide at our practice, visit www.lisbradleydds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Lis Bradley DDS in Brentwood, TN call 615-778-0810. 

What is a General Dentist?

A general dentist, such as Lis Bradley, DDS is the primary dental care provider for patients of all ages. Dentistry is defined as the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment (nonsurgical or related procedures) of diseases, disorders and/or conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area and/or the adjacent and associated structures and their impact on the human body. Dr. Bradley has the ability to treat patients of all ages from their first dental appointment to senior care.

Instead of specializing in just one area of dentistry, Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS provides a variety of cosmetic restorative and preventive services for each member of the family. These may include but are not limited to dental crowns and bridges, dental implants, dentures, gum disease treatment, home care instruction, root canal therapy, teeth cleanings and much more. Additionally, Dr. Bradley stays updated on the latest advances in technology to guarantee that you receive the most exceptional quality of dental care.

If you have questions or concerns about preventive oral care or general dentistry, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.lisbradleydds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS in Brentwood, TN, call 615-778-0810.

How to Choose the Correct Toothpaste

Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS wants patients to keep their permanent teeth for a lifetime and doing so begins with a proper oral hygiene routine. Think about oral care as you would think of a recipe. If you use low-quality ingredients, it won’t taste as good. If you don’t use the proper tools to give your mouth a thorough cleaning, then all of your hard work will go unnoticed.  In this post, Dr. Bradley wants to discuss toothpaste. When it comes to choosing the toothpaste that is best for you, it’s important to consider your unique oral health needs such as:

• Anti-cavity: This type of toothpaste contains fluoride. Fluoride plays an active role in preventing decay, and it actively strengthens tooth enamel.


• Anti-gingivitis: If you spit blood in the sink, this is an early sign of gingivitis, a mild form of gum disease. Anti-gingivitis toothpaste help reduces oral bacteria and can be very effective at stopping gingivitis in its tracks.


• Desensitizing: If you’ve ever bit into an ice cream cone and felt a sharp pain in your tooth’s nerve, this type of toothpaste will provide relief by blocking the tooth’s pain signal to the nerve.


• Tartar-control: This toothpaste does exactly what it says, however, the best way to remove tartar is by scheduling a professional dental cleaning with one of our doctors.

If you have questions or concerns about oral care, please give us a call. To learn about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.lisbradleydds.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lis Bradley, DDS in Brentwood, TN, call 615-778-0810.

Tooth Decay in Seniors

Patients can count on us for lifelong dental care at Dr. Lis Bradley’s Brentwood office. According to the most recent information from the Centers for Disease Control, tooth decay in seniors is far too common. Estimates for the number of people over sixty-five with untreated caries are as high as one in five. We believe that education is one of the best means of combatting this scourge.

Many seniors with tooth decay are people who had healthy teeth earlier in life. While their lack of access to fluoridated water during their formative years makes them more vulnerable to decay, the fact that their health worsened implies something changed in their oral hygiene practice. Some common problems are limited dexterity, which makes brushing and flossing difficult, as well as switching to foods that are sticky and high in sugar. Many seniors also take medications which cause dry mouth as a side effect. This makes them more vulnerable to oral infections because saliva is one of the most important means by which the body removes food debris.

With the expertise of Dr. Bradley’s team, all of these problems are fixable. There are many home dental products designed for people with limited dexterity we can recommend, as well as means of keeping the mouth moisturized. We also accept CareCredit health care financing, providing seniors with another way of covering their 6-month check-ups.

Lis Bradley, DDS, operates at 8112 Isabella Ln, Suite 101, Brentwood, Tennessee. To schedule an appointment, visit LisBradleyDDS.com or call 615-778-0810.