Tooth Anatomy

What Are the Different Parts of a Tooth?

• Crown- the top part of the tooth, and the only part you can normally see. The shape of the crown determines the tooth's function. For example, front teeth are sharp and chisel-shaped for cutting, while molars have flat surfaces for grinding.
• Gumline- where the tooth and the gums meet. Without proper brushing and flossing, plaque and tartar can build up at the gumline, leading to gingivitis and gum disease.
• Root- the part of the tooth that is embedded in bone. The root makes up about two-thirds of the tooth and holds the tooth in place.
• Enamel- the outermost layer of the tooth. Enamel is the hardest, most mineralized tissue in the body - yet it can be damaged by decay if teeth are not cared for properly.
• Dentin- the layer of the tooth under the enamel. If decay is able to progress its way through the enamel, it next attacks the dentin - where millions of tiny tubes lead directly to the dental pulp.
• Pulp- the soft tissue found in the center of all teeth, where the nerve tissue and blood vessels are. If tooth decay reaches the pulp, you usually feel pain.

What Are the Different Types of Teeth?
Every tooth has a specific job or function (use the dental arch in this section to locate and identify each type of tooth):

• Incisors- the sharp, chisel-shaped front teeth (four upper, four lower) used for cutting food.
• Canines- sometimes called cuspids, these teeth are shaped like points (cusps) and are used for tearing food.
• Premolars- these teeth have two pointed cusps on their biting surface and are sometimes referred to as bicuspids. The premolars are for crushing and tearing.
• Molars- used for grinding, these teeth have several cusps on the biting surface

 

The above article is from: Colgate.com


Hagen Dental
Dr. Lawrence Hagen, DDS
4998 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 251-5500HagenDDS.com

Tooth Decay and Sensitivity

What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?

What happens when tooth enamel is damaged? The exposed part underneath becomes vulnerable to decay. Cavities aren't the only problem.

Teeth with damaged enamel can become sensitive to extreme temperatures. Suddenly, eating ice cream or sipping hot coffee can be painful or unpleasant.

 

Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health

Hagen Dental
Dr. Lawrence Hagen, DDS
4998 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 251-5500HagenDDS.com

Sedation Dentistry

Dental Care in a Relaxing Environment
We want you to be relaxed for your treatments, and we know that some people have anxiety about dental visits. We relieve these fears with nitrous oxide sedation, also known as “laughing gas.” This sedation is inhaled through a mask that allows you to breathe in the medication and induces a state of relaxation. Local anesthetic will be administered in conjunction with nitrous oxide to eliminate pain in most patients. The effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly, and you can safely drive yourself home or to work without the need of an escort. We look forward to working with you to provide you with quality dental care in a comfortable, relaxed manner.


‘I Didn’t Feel a Thing!’
We want our patients to feel comfortable during their dental work, so we are always testing advancements in anesthesia delivery. We are pleased to offer you the Wand™, a computerized system that applies anesthesia without any pain or sensitivity for the patient. The syringe has been used for 150 years, but now you will not feel a thing with this safe and accurate delivery. No longer will you be fearful of an injection at our practice. 



Hagen Dental
Dr. Lawrence Hagen, DDS
4998 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 251-5500
HagenDDS.com  

Implant Dentistry

Dental Implant Restoration for a Perfect Smile
If you have missing teeth, it is important to replace those teeth to avoid other dental problems later on. Dental implants will fill the gaps for one or many missing teeth. They are very natural looking, as they come up through the gums and make it look as if you grew new teeth!

Even those with no teeth can benefit, as implants can anchor slipping and tilting dentures to give confidence and relief from embarrassing problems. With implants, dentures will no longer have to be taken out at night.

After an oral surgeon inserts a titanium post, Dr. Hagen creates the restoration to custom fit your dental arch. The implant will match your other teeth, and you will once again have a full and beautiful smile!

Overdentures – The Answer for Slipping Dentures
If you have put up with slipping, tilting, or wandering dentures long enough, we have an answer for you with the recent advancement of overdentures. Your dentures or bridge are anchored with an implant to eliminate the problems of loose-fitting dentures. Our dental team will restore your confidence with a great fit and look! 

Hagen Dental
Dr. Lawrence Hagen, DDS
4998 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 251-5500
HagenDDS.com  

Teeth Whitening Dentist

Teeth Whitening – Dazzling Results in Just One Visit!

Maybe you’ve seen the ads in Rolling Stone or InStyle magazines that show people who have improved their smile with ZOOM! Advanced Power™ Whitening. Dr. Hagen can give you the same brilliantly white teeth, removing stains and darkness, in just one visit!

Our office also makes custom whitening trays in our lab. It is a process that you finish at home with the instructions and products we give you. This effective technique produces great results within 1 - 14 days. 
 





Hagen Dental
Dr. Lawrence Hagen, DDS
4998 Glenway Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45238
(513) 251-5500
HagenDDS.com