Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have gone above and beyond the guidelines set forth by the CDC in order to make our office as safe as possible for you. We have installed a state-of-the-art air filtration systems into our existing HVAC system to prevent particles from traveling between operatories, and have purchased several, stand-alone medical and surgical grade air filtration units that can be found throughout our office.

These Surgically Clean Air units contain a six (6) stage filtration system which includes a HEPA-Rx filter that captures 99.998% of all particles down to 0.1 micron, as well as utilizing UV-C germicidal light to destroy airborne viruses and bacteria.

Surgically Clean Air units are one of the World’s Most Advanced Standalone Medical Grade Air Purifiers.

A Non-Surgical Gum Disease Treatment Alternative

Gum disease one of the most common oral health conditions people suffer from today, and one of the leading causes of adult tooth loss. Traditional treatments for gum disease can involve incisions and surgery, which is why our team is proud to offer a non-surgical solution that helps to treat gum disease efficiently. These specialized lasers help to remove infected material and prevent it from returning. This minimally-invasive procedure is considered by most patients to be virtually painless and is also an efficient and convenient treatment option. 

Laser Periodontal Therapy Advantages

Laser gum disease treatment is one of the most highly convenient gum disease treatment when compared to more traditional treatment methods, and offers a variety of benefits when compared to surgical traditional methods:

• A non-surgical approach that involved no incisions
• Comfort during care
• Little bleeding
• Reduced gum swelling
• Lower need for sedation
• Retains healthy gum tissue
• Faster recovery times
• Retains existing teeth
• Aids in tissue regeneration

A Minimally-Invasive And Convenient Process

Laser gum treatments allow our team to pinpoint the exact areas of infection in a patient’s gums, thus leaving the healthy surrounding tissue unharmed. This advancement greatly improves accuracy in treatment as well as efficiency. Whether you’re in need of laser treatments for the gums, or require regeneration in the jawbone, laser gum treatments are a convenient and comfortable treatment alternative that helps patients remain free of gum disease. 

Advanced Care From a Veteran Team

Our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp is certified in laser dentistry technologies and has vast experience in helping patients remain free of gum disease using these advanced techniques and preventative treatments. We’re able to help patients avoid gum disease in a comfortable and modern treatment environment. Speak with our team today to learn more about preventing gum disease with laser dentistry!

TMJ Laser Therapy

Our team leverages new technologies that help us treat TMJ and similar jaw-related pain with with laser treatments that help to repair bone material as well as reduce pain in the jaw associated with TMJ. We take advantage of state-of-the-art equipment and advanced treatment protocols to help patients benefit from these new technologies and live free of TMJ pain and discomfort with minimally-invasive treatment techniques. 

Low Level Laser Treatments
Laser therapy is a new and state-of-the-art treatment technology that helps our team address gum disease as well as bone conditions with minimal incisions and very low amounts of bleeding and discomfort during care, while also promoting tissue regeneration. 

• Laser therapy actually affects tissue at the cellular level.
• Laser therapy also promotes blood flow and overall health and regeneration regarding the muscles that are being targeted.
• Laser therapy also stimulates tissue and promotes regeneration and the body’s own natural healing processes.
• Laser therapy also reduces in low levels of bleeding during care as well as low amounts of discomfort and pain. 

A Safe And Convenient Treatment Method

• Laser therapy is a safe, convenient, and minimally-invasive treatment method that can help patients from different age ranges find relief from TMJ as well as gum disease. 
• Laser therapy also helps patients live free of anti-inflammatory medications
• Laster therapy is also not a heat-based treatment and does not damage tissue, and in fact aids in tissue regeneration. 

Patients in a variety of treatment circumstances may be able to benefit from laser therapy and take advantage of this exciting new treatment method. Call our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp today to learn more about laser therapy and if it may be the right treatment solution for you!

Laser Treatment for Wounds and Injuries

Laser therapy is a remarkable new treatment technology that can treat gum disease and TMJ and other jawbone concerns as well as wounds and injuries, helping these injuries heal faster. Laser therapy can be used to treat a whole host of wounds and flesh injuries, especially those that may be difficult to address with other treatments. Back pain, neck pain, stubborn wounds on the feet and hands, and other conditions can be treated using laser therapy. 

A huge advantage of laser therapy is the increased safety and convenience that comes with this treatment, as it is a non-invasive treatment method that results in low levels of bleeding as well as low levels of pain and discomfort during care. This treatment utilizes different levels of light and laser strengths to stimulate certain cells that aid with tissue regeneration and soft-tissue injuries and ailments, helping patients achieve tremendous amounts of relief.

Advantages of Laser Therapy

Anti-inflammatory Action: Laser light reduces swelling, leading to decreased pain, less stiffness, and a faster return to normal joint and muscle function.

• Fast Cellular Repair
• More Efficient Wound Healing
• Reduction of Harmful Tissue Formation
• Increased Vascular Function
• Stimulation Of Nerves

Laser therapy can be used to treat: 

• Acute of soft tissues such as sprains 
• Discomfort and straining in the back and neck
• Osteoarthritis of different joints 
• Chronic pain in the neck and back
• Fractures 
• Nerve complications 
• Ulcers caused by diabetes and other ulcers
• Burns
• Rendon repair
• Repair of infected wounds 
• Burns

How does laser therapy work?

Therapeutic laser technology works by providing stimulation to cells that aids in their repair and natural regeneration by providing these cells with certain types of light. This light accelerates natural healing times by giving the cells an added boost of energy, helping wounds heal faster and reduce inflammation as well as pain and discomfort.

A Safe and Reliable Treatment Alternative

Laser therapy is a perfectly safe and reliable treatment method that does not damage existing healthy cells and that is very unlikely to result in any negative side effects. Some patients may experience a bit of tenderness or soreness after treatment in the skin that was affected, but this tenderness often quickly subsides after care. Some patients may see immediate results after laser treatments whereas other patients may require several rounds of care before they see results from their laser treatment. Most patients who require several rounds of treatment will usually undergo care one or two times per week, and our team will assess your wounds or areas receiving care to monitor your case and progress. Laser therapy is an FDA-approved treatment process that can be used to treat several different types of wounds and ailments depending on patient needs and case circumstances – our team will always consult with you about the best possible treatment methods for your needs!

Overall, laser therapy is a safe and advanced treatment method that can be used to treat a variety of ailments including:

• Soft tissue injuries, such as sprains, tendonitis and haematomas
• Conditions of the joints such as arthritis
• Chronic pain in the neck, back and other areas
• Wound care such as skin ulcers, pressure sores and burns

Dental implants remain one of today’s most popular and trusted tooth replacement option with millions of Americans currently benefiting from the benefits of this advanced treatment method. Dental implants leverage titanium posts which actually fuse to the jawbone, creating unmatched strength and resilience that can last a lifetime when cared for properly. Our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp specialize in this advanced tooth replacement method and are able to help patients choose the best possible implant-based solution for them and their restorative needs. 

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is very simply a metal post made of titanium that is placed in the jawbone of the tooth – titanium is chosen as this metal has the unique ability to fuse to the jawbone, creating an incredibly strong hold that protects the jawbone and makes for a stronger and healthier smile. A crown is then placed on top of this post which completes the implant, making for a reliable and permanent tooth-replacement method. Implants also help protect the jawbone from deterioration that occurs naturally with age. 

The Advantages of Implant Dentistry

Compared to other methods of tooth replacement, implant dentistry offers a variety of benefits including strength, longevity, and convenience. A few of the advantages offered by implant dentistry include:

• Freedom of food and beverages choices as there are no dietary restrictions with dental implants. You’ll still be able to eat all of your favorite foods!
• Long-term strength and reliability thanks to the implant fusing to the jawbone.
• Correction of tooth misalignment.
• Natural-looking results that fully resemble natural teeth. 
• Ease of maintenance in that dental implants simply require regular brushing and flossing to remain healthy.
• Dental implants are a long-term treatment solution that can last the rest of your life when properly maintained! Some implant patients may require occasional corrections due to aging or other factors – our office is capable of providing these corrections in-office to best serve our implant dentistry patients. 

Replacing Teeth With Dental Implants

There are two steps to placing dental implants – the first phase of treatment is the implant procedure itself, and the second phase is adding the crowns to the top of the implant to complete the implant process. Our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp is able to provide patients with both of these treatment phases, helping patients fully replace teeth with one convenient treatment process. Our team can provide your implant dentistry from start to finish! Initially, we see dental implant patients for an initial consultation where we assess the patient’s jaw strength, existing oral health, as well as their overall candidacy for implant dentistry. We’ll discuss these findings with patients and then form an implant dentistry treatment plan and timeline based on their tooth replacement needs. We’ll use x-rays to look at your teeth and jawbone density and health, which gives our team a good idea of where the optimal areas of the mouth are for implant placement. Once it’s determined that a patient is a good candidate for implant dentistry, a procedure is given that places the implants themselves. Then, a healing process takes place where the implants themselves fuse to the jawbone, creating an incredibly strong and secure hold. Then, there is a second appointment where the top of the implants themself are accessed after the gum tissue has healed over the implant abutment, and then your final crowns are placed to complete the implant process. 

A Versatile Tooth Replacement Solution

Dental implants are a highly versatile treatment solution that can be leveraged in a variety of treatment cases for different patients. Whether you’re missing a single tooth or an entire row of teeth, dental implants can be used in many different tooth replacement cases including:

• Single tooth replacements, 
• Fixed or removable dentures,
• A full row of teeth being replaced by a bridge,
• Or entire tooth arches replaced with individual implants.

Different patients may require different types of implant dentistry – if you’re experiencing missing teeth, speak with our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp today to learn which tooth replacement methods using dental implants may be best for you!

Our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp specializes in advanced means of imaging that help us fully analyze a patient’s teeth and jaw to identify conditions as well as create specific treatment plans that best address a patient’s needs. We offer digital x-rays that come with two main benefits:

1. Digital x-rays are a convenient and efficient imaging method that help patients spend less time having x-rays taken. 
2. This is a completely discomfort-free process that helps patients receive full and detailed images of their teeth and jaw that our team utilizes in order to best address patient needs. 

Given that many patients are concerned over the radiation involved in traditional x-rays, it’s important to keep in mind that digital x-rays involve ninety-percent less radiation than traditional x-rays. This is vital for patients who are concerned over radiation from traditional x-rays given that x-rays are vital for proper patient care as these images allow our team to best look at patient’s tooth and jawbone structure. Some of the advantages that x-rays provide include:

• Detection of cavities and other oral health complications,
• Spotting signs of inflammation in the gums,
• Identifying early signs of gum disease and other complications, 
• Determining candidacy for orthodontic treatment and other treatments

When transitioning between dental offices, patients can request for previous x-rays to be transferred to our office so we can best analyze your medical history and determine the best routes for treatment. 

The Digital X-Ray Process

The imaging techniques used in our office minimize any exposure to radiation, which is a key benefit of digital imaging techniques, particularly to the chest and other vital areas. The American Dental Association has recommended that all dental patients receive x-rays and imaging to best help their dental team identify any complications with the teeth and jaw, and children should have x-rays taken at early ages to help identify signs of oral health complications. Our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp can help patients receive imaging as well as formulate the best possible plans for care!

Seeing Things From A New Perspective – Intraoral Cameras

The office of Dr. Jason Dopp is proud to offer advanced treatment methods to our patients to best protect their oral health as well as identify early signs of disease and complications. One of these technologies is the intraoral camera, which allows our team to gain visibility in hard-to-reach areas and best analyze the health of these areas. These specialized tools allow our team to see inside the mouth and throat in real-time with high levels of detail, aiding our team with condition diagnosis as well as being able to add this imagery to patient’s health records. Our team will also make a point of discussing the results of these scans with you to help you better understand your oral health as well as which oral health concerns you may be most at-risk for. 

More Convenient and Effective for Patients 

All of the above features and advantages of intraoral cameras aren’t just incredible advancements for our doctors, but also for patients in terms of treatment effectiveness, convenience, as well as accuracy in diagnosis and treatment plans. A huge advantage to these images are education, in that our team can take incredibly detailed and high-resolution photos of the inside of your mouth as well as the throat in order to best learn about your mouth and any early signs of potential oral health complications – by spotting these concerns early on, patients are in the best possible position to address these concerns and keep them from developing. 

These images are also processed immediately, eliminating the need for the development of x-rays as well as follow-up visits. Overall, intraoral devices are a huge time-saver!

If you’re interested in what these incredible new imaging devices might be able to do for you, or you’d simply like to speak with our team more about these technologies, don’t hesitate to speak with our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp today!

If you’re experiencing TMJ symptoms or suffering from other jaw-related conditions, our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp leverages advanced technologies to help patients live free of TMJ symptoms and correct any complications they may be experiencing with their jaw. One of these techniques is joint vibration analysis, which helps our team better analyze and address any jaw-related complications you may be suffering from! 

What is a Joint Vibration Analysis?

An example of the advanced technologies that we utilize at our office, a joint vibration analysis allows our team to best analyze and view jawbone health through the use of targeted vibrations through the temporomandibular joints as a patient opens and closes their mouth. This gives our team an unmatched view of a patient’s jaw as well as its function and strength.

The Issue Of Joint Vibration

Jaw joint vibration happens due to the cartilage in your jaw joint getting caught when you open and close your mouth, and these discs can often become damaged due to arthritis in the joints, facial trauma, and tooth clenching. These discs can become “stuck” which can create pain and discomfort for patients suffering from this condition. 

The Joint Vibration Analysis Processes

A JVA involved our team placing a device that resembles a small pair of headphones onto the joints in the jaw. This device measures vibration as it occurs when you open and close your mouth, and also tracks the different aspects of this vibration as it occurs to joint health. This is a fully painless test that can take just a single visit to complete, and helps our team assess the health of your jaw joints as well as your case of TMJ. 

If our team detects vibration in these joints as you open and close your jaw, this is a sign that a patient should begin a TMJ treatment plan that can help to reduce this vibration and help a patient’s jaw remain fully healthy and functional. These treatments may involve laser treatments and appliances meant to address TMJ. 

Dr. Jason Dopp and our full team know that it’s possible to live fully free of TMJ pain! Speak with our team today to discuss your case of TMJ as well as the advanced technologies that we use at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp to treat TMJ and similar jaw-related conditions. 

For patients who require replacement teeth and crowns, receiving natural-looking results is key to maintaining a healthy and natural-looking smile. Our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp leverages advanced technologies to be able to match your new dental crowns and artificial teeth to your natural teeth using precise measurements that help us provide you with replacement teeth that look perfectly natural!

This technology is referred to as digital shade matching, which helps our team exactly match replacement teeth to your natural teeth to provide patients with flawless and natural-looking results. We have proprietary devices that allows our team to instantly and exactly capture and measure the shade of existing teeth to be able to replicate this shade with crowns and replacement teeth. 

Digital impressions are quickly becoming preferred by patients and dentists alike as an alternative for traditional impressions. Our team at the office of Jason Dopp is able to offer this advanced imaging technique to our patients, helping to make for higher quality impressions overall as well as more comfortable and functional dental appliances. Using these advanced systems, our team is able to capture each patient’s smile using digital scanning and lasers which offer a high degree of precision in imaging teeth and gum tissue, allowing our team to most accurately create effective and comfortable dental appliances. Overall, digital impressions help our team most efficiently and accurately craft dental appliances, as well as diagnose and create treatment plans, as well as offer patients a faster turnaround on appliance creation. This faster timeline is due to the digital nature of these scans as opposed to the composite impressions traditionally found in dental and orthodontic offices.

Digital impression technologies make for faster treatment timelines, and can even potentially allow for same-week treatment timelines for some patients! Digital impressions also require fewer office visits, adding convenience to the dental treatment process.

Speak with our team at the office of Dr. Jason Dopp today to learn more about how you can benefit from digital impression technology.