Acid Reflux and Your Oral Health
October 3, 2013
A touch of heartburn from time to time is inconvenient and uncomfortable but nothing to worry about. Experiencing heartburn several times a week, on the other hand, is. Not only can it make life uncomfortable, it’s a symptom of a condition known as acid reflex disease. Other symptoms of acid reflux disease include:
- Nausea
- Bloating or burping
- Hiccups
- Regurgitation
- Black/bloody stools or bloody vomiting
- Weight loss
- Wheezing, hoarseness, sore throat, or dry cough
Of all the problems acid reflux disease can cause, though, you might be surprised to learn that it can also have an impact on your oral health. That’s because of how acid reflux works.
When a patient has acid reflux, a small amount of stomach acid ends up in the esophagus. If this acid comes into contact with your teeth, it can damage the protective layer of enamel on the outside. Signs that acid may have damaged your teeth include:
- Pain or irritation
- Teeth that have shortened or thinned
- Teeth with short edges
- Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet foods
You can make sure your teeth are protected with regular care at The Dentists at Orenco Station in Hillsboro. During every visit with Dr. Brandon Kearbey or Dr. Malinda Kearbey, we’ll look for changes in your oral health that might indicate the presence of decay or gum disease. If we find anything during your appointment, we can put together a treatment plan immediately.
Is it time for your next checkup with our Hillsboro dental team? Call us today for an appointment. The Dentists at Orenco Station serves patients from Hillsboro, Forest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, and Rock Creek.
Enhance Your Smile with Custom-Made Porcelain Veneers
August 19, 2013
Every patient wants to have a smile they feel confident about. Unfortunately, not everyone is born with a smile that’s naturally straight or white. That’s why Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey of The Dentists at Orenco Station offer porcelain veneers.
This cosmetic dentistry service is among the most popular offered today. With a few thin pieces of porcelain, the team at The Dentists of Orenco Station can help you transform a stained, misaligned, chipped, or cracked smile into one that looks naturally dazzling. What’s more, the entire procedure can be completed in just two visits to our Hillsboro dental office.
What to Expect from a Porcelain Veneers Procedure
During the first of your two porcelain veneers visits, your doctor will take molds of your smile. We’ll also talk to you about how you want your smile to look when we’re all done. Then, our lab technicians will take the information we gather during that first appointment and use it to make customized veneers that will match the shade and shape of your natural smile.
On your second appointment, we’ll reveal your finished veneers and affix them to the front of your smile. Then, with your transformed smile in place, you can go back to your normal schedule feeling more confident than maybe you ever have.
Call The Dentists at Orenco Station to ask us a question about porcelain veneers or schedule a consultation appointment. We’re happy to create beautiful smiles for patients of Forest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, Rock Creek, and beyond.
More Discreet Orthodontic Care with ClearCorrect
July 26, 2013
Traditional braces are just one treatment option for patients with misaligned teeth. At The Dentists at Orenco Station, Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey offer ClearCorrect, a special cosmetic braces option that gives adults patients the chance to improve the appearance of their smile without drawing attention to their treatment.
Instead of using metal brackets and wires, ClearCorrect helps you achieve your goal with a set of clear, custom-made aligners. As you go through your treatment, you’ll wear each aligner for about two weeks. With each one, your teeth will be brought closer and closer to their ideal position.
But outside of being clear and not using brackets or wires, there’s another benefit of straightening your smile with ClearCorrect—your aligners are removable. What that means is that you can take them out for meals, but also for brushing and flossing. Because of this, you can enjoy your favorite foods and still brush and floss as thoroughly as you normally would. Brackets and wires can get in the way of caring for your smile, leading to an increased risk of gum disease and tooth decay, which would mean spending more time in the dental chair later on. ClearCorrect lets you eat what you enjoy, care for your smile normally, and instead of coming in to have your braces tightened, we’ll only need to see you every six to eight weeks to check your progress.
Do you have questions about ClearCorrect? Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey would be happy to answer them. Call The Dentists at Orenco Station today to reserve your consultation. We provide general, cosmetic, and restorative to patients from Hillsboro, Forrest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, and Rock Creek.
The Effectiveness of Kör Whitening
July 5, 2013
If you’re unhappy with how your smile looks, that’s going to affect how much you smile and how others think about you. Studies have shown that patients with a dazzling smile are perceived as friendlier, more intelligent, and more successful. But not too many people have teeth that are naturally white.
That’s why dentists like Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey offer to brighten smiles with Kör Whitening. There are many different whitening systems out there, but Kör Whitening is one of the most effective. With its specially-formulated whitening gel, patients can brighten their teeth by as much 10 shades.
Here’s how it works.
First, our doctors at The Dentists at Orenco Station will create a pair of custom-made bleaching trays. Then, when those are ready, you’ll line them with Kör Whitening’s gel and wear them for about two weeks every night while you sleep. Over that period, the Kör gel will increase your teeth’s ability to absorb oxygen. As your teeth absorb more and more oxygen, your stains will fade from view. What’s more, Kör Whitening provides long-lasting results that can be achieved with little to no sensitivity.
Do you want to learn more about how Kör Whitening works? Call The Dentists at Orenco Station today to reserve a consultation appointment. Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey are proud to offer excellent cosmetic care to patients from Hillsboro, Forrest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, Rock Creek, and all surrounding areas.
Periodontal Therapy for Hillsboro and Beyond
June 4, 2013
Gum disease is one of the most common oral health conditions facing patients. According to some estimates, as much as 80% of American adults have some form of the disease. But gum disease isn’t just an oral health concern. Recent medical studies have also connected it to health conditions in other parts of the body, including heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s, preterm birth, and more.
What does this mean for you and your family?
It means that regular checkups with The Dentists at Orenco Station should be a priority. During a checkup, Dr. Brandon Kearbey or Dr. Malinda Kearbey will look closely at the soft tissues of your gums and at your teeth to see if there have been any changes in your oral health. Symptoms of gum disease include bleeding or swollen gums and discoloration.
If our Hillsboro dental team finds any sign of gum disease, we’ll help you treat it with a personalized periodontal therapy treatment plan. There are many effective periodontal therapies to treat symptoms of gum disease, including deep cleaning, which combines scaling and root planning. During your appointment with Dr. Brandon Kearbey or Dr. Malinda Kearbey, we’ll talk to you about your treatment options and explain how each aspect of periodontal therapy works. We can also answer any questions you might have about your care.
Have you noticed any changes in your gums recently? Call The Dentists at Orenco Station today to reserve your consultation on periodontal therapy. We serve patients from Hillsboro, Forrest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, Rock Creek, and beyond.
Comprehensive Restorative Dentistry Services for Hillsboro and Beyond
April 30, 2013
You work hard to care for your smile, but sometimes even the best smile needs a little extra help. That’s why Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey of The Dentists at Orenco Station offer a wide array of today’s best restorative dentistry services. Whether you need help with a filling, want a straighter smile, or have one or more teeth that need to be replaced, our Hillsboro dental office can help.
Our restorative dentistry services include:
- Tooth-colored fillings
- Porcelain crowns
- Root canal therapy
- ClearCorrect
- Bridges, partials, and dentures
- Dental implants
With a consultation appointment, Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey will help you understand your options and put together a personalized treatment plan to help you meet your desired goals.
Sometimes delivering restorative care is as simple as filling a cavity. Other times, more extensive care may be needed. With dental implants, patients with one or more missing teeth can enjoy natural appearance and functionality again. That’s because dental implants are structured like teeth, with a crown on top and a prosthetic root underneath that anchors the new tooth to the jaw.
Regardless of what restorative service you need, our Hillsboro team will answer any questions you might have about the services we recommend. We don’t want any patient to agree to a treatment plan they don’t understand. We’ll listen to your concerns and explain exactly how we’ll be able to help you. That way, you can leave our office feeling confident that you’re getting the help you need.
Does your smile need restorative help? Call The Dentists at Orenco Station today to reserve a consultation appointment. Dr. Brandon Kearbey and Dr. Malinda Kearbey are happy to serve the communities of Forrest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, Rock Creek, and beyond.
What Is Family Dentistry?
January 31, 2013
When you talk about family dentistry, you’re talking about two things. On the one hand, you’re talking about a group of services that includes checkups, cleanings, and more. But you’re also talking about more than that. Dentists like Dr. Brandon and Malinda Kearbey are concerned about meeting the needs of busy families. With everything that you have to worry about, finding a dental office that can help your whole family shouldn’t be one of them.
Every family dental visit at our Hillsboro dental office includes a comprehensive oral exam. We’ll take an X-ray of your teeth, check for signs of gum disease or tooth decay, and even perform an oral cancer screening. Following your exam, a professional cleaning will help us remove tartar from your gum line, and eliminate plaque and bacteria.
If we find anything during your or your child’s appointment that needs to be treated, Dr. Kearbey will propose a custom-made treatment plan. We can also answer any questions you might have about brushing and flossing at home. Regular visits for your family are important, but caring for your teeth in between visits is just as important. We would be happy to offer you and your children homecare tips while you’re with us.
Are you ready to schedule a checkup for yourself or your little one? Call The Dentists at Orenco Station today for your appointment. Dr. Brandon and Malinda Kearbey are proud to serve patients from Hillsboro, Forrest Grove, Beaverton, Cornelius, and Rock Creek.