Did you know that The American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first visit to a dentist should occur around twelve months of age? For many parents in the Noblesville, Carmel, and Pendleton areas, this may come as a surprise. Today in the Pence Family Dentistry post, we are going to review 4 reasons why …
When Dr. Orey Pence crowns one of our patients, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling, sometimes a crown is necessary to add more support and to keep the tooth from …
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice …
Do you recall what your teeth looked like before you had your first cavity? When you opened your mouth to laugh or yawn, the people with you could see only pearly white molar surfaces. (Unless, of course, you had been munching Oreos.) If you are like many people, you started developing cavities fairly young and …
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even men and women who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Pence Family Dentistry in Fishers. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Dr. …
Pence Family Dentistry has been providing quality dental care to patients in the Fishers area since 1985. We are devoted to the oral health of our patients and we are currently accepting new patients. Our top services include: pinhole surgery sedation dentistry integrative dentistry Our friendly team here would be happy to answer any questions …
Many of Dr. Orey Pence’s patients walk in for sedation dentistry, dental implants, or cosmetic dentistry. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing appropriately. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. At …
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to understand that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At …
Are you worried about seeing the dentist? Are you troubled about discussing your smile? Settling into the reality of what you are prepared to discuss with your dentist is the first step to relief. 1. Talk To Us: Whether you want to have integrative dentistry or wisdom teeth extraction done, call now to schedule a …
Many Fishers residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason men and women are scared of the dentist is the dreaded …
