Cosmetic Dentistry is a form of dentistry that focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. There are different cosmetic dental treatments depending on the type of results you desire. For example, some cosmetic dental treatments correct the color of your teeth,...
Our Services
Cosmetic Procedures
Cosmetic dentistry primarily focuses on improvement in your smile’s aesthetics in color, position, shape, size, alignment and overall appearance.
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that removes stains and brightens the color of your teeth. It works by removing both intrinsic and extrinsic stains from the enamel and dentin layers of your teeth. Professional teeth whitening sessions are performed in...
Veneers and Laminates
Veneers, also known as porcelain veneers, composite veneers, dental veneers, or simply as laminates, are a popular cosmetic dental option that uses thin shells applied to the front surfaces of visible teeth. Because veneers are adhered to the front surface of teeth,...
Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays are dental restorations that are more extensive than dental fillings but less so than caps and crowns. They are typically formed in a dental lab and are made of gold, porcelain or resin depending on the patient’s needs and aesthetic goals. An inlay...
Crowns and Bridges
A dental crown is a single “cap” that fits over an existing tooth in order to protect it. Dental crowns are cemented in place and protect teeth that have been damaged from trauma or deep decay. A dental bridge is made up of multiple crowns. However, dental bridges are...
Composite Tooth-Colored Fillings
Composite fillings, also known as tooth-colored fillings or white fillings, are a common restorative dental treatment used to restore decayed teeth. Although commonly used for decayed teeth, composite fillings can also be used to restore damaged teeth as well. Did You...
Restorative Procedures
Restorative dentistry is the study, diagnosis and integrated management of diseases of the teeth and their supporting structures and the rehabilitation of the dentition to functional and aesthetic requirements of the individual.
Dentures
Dentures simply restore and replace your missing teeth after you have encountered damage to your teeth. This can be due to decay or an injury suffered. They give a first-hand natural looking solution which clearly enhances your appearance as well as improving your...
Partial Dentures
In case you don’t have teeth, you probably have a hard time smiling, eating and so much more. A huge gap in your smile is not really what you want and this can be demoralizing to your self-esteem. This makes you avoid social meetings and reduces the chances of you...
PFM Restorations
Porcelain fused to metal also known as PFM, is a standard dentistry restoration procedure that entails bringing back your beautiful smile. The procedure has been around for almost 3 decades. PFM’s can be simply be explained as a hybrid between all-metal and...
Provisional Restorations
Provisional restorations are often used during complex restorative dental procedures to serve as temporary prosthetic replacements while patients wait for a permanent restoration. Provisional restorations offer patients to try-out the look and feel of the final...
Root Canals
Root canals are restorative dental procedures performed when tooth decay has permeated the innermost, or pulp, layer of the tooth. Once tooth decay reaches the pulp layer, it causes an infection in the tooth’s pulp and roots that may or may not lead to abscess in the...
Dental Implants
Dental implants are titanium screws that are placed into your jawbone to support a dental prosthesis, such as a dental crown. They can be used as a dental restoration for a single tooth, as well as for an entire smile. Dental implants are recommended by many dentists...
Removable Dentures
The loss of a tooth or all causes a significant impact on someone. If this scenario is left untreated, it generally affects a person’s self-image as well as his spirit. In addition, it increases the risk of nutritional issues as well as other systematic health...
Crowns and Bridges
A dental crown is a single “cap” that fits over an existing tooth in order to protect it. Dental crowns are cemented in place and protect teeth that have been damaged from trauma or deep decay. A dental bridge is made up of multiple crowns. However, dental bridges are...
Preventive Procedures
We understand the importance of maintenance and overall health of your smile. Our office provides the best in hygiene and oral health care to patients.
Dental Sealants
In many cases, the chewing surface of teeth can have tiny groves, also known as fissures. Tooth decay easily starts from these fissures when food gets stuck and becomes difficult to clean. These areas are too hard for the bristles of toothbrushes to get in to clean...
Bite Guards
There is a number of people who either clench or grind their teeth when they sleep. Surprising enough, most of these people are not aware of these destructive habit when it happens. However, a Tigard dentist is able to see evidence of this wear and tear pattern that...
Sports Mouth Guard
Dental mouth guards have long been used to protect the teeth, gums and supporting tissues from damage, injury and trauma. There are two types of sports mouth guards – over the counter and custom. While OTC guards are helpful for occasional use, many dental patients...
Dental Cleaning & Consultation
Regular dental cleanings & consultations are the foundation of dentistry and will make up the majority of your dental appointments at Appletree Dentistry. To maintain your oral health, the American Dental Association recommends visiting your Tigard dentist at...
All Procedures
Special Needs Dentistry
Children and adults with special needs require oral care just like any other patient. However, they need a dentist who is experienced in this area and can maximize the effectiveness of each dental visit. Special needs dentistry is also a branch of dentistry for which...
General Dentistry
General dentistry refers to any non-specified dental care aimed at the prevention, identification, diagnosis, and treatment of dental disorders or diseases. General dentists must complete a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree to...
Composite Tooth-Colored Fillings
Composite fillings, also known as tooth-colored fillings or white fillings, are a common restorative dental treatment used to restore decayed teeth. Although commonly used for decayed teeth, composite fillings can also be used to restore damaged teeth as well. Did You...
Crowns and Bridges
A dental crown is a single “cap” that fits over an existing tooth in order to protect it. Dental crowns are cemented in place and protect teeth that have been damaged from trauma or deep decay. A dental bridge is made up of multiple crowns. However, dental bridges are...
Removable Dentures
The loss of a tooth or all causes a significant impact on someone. If this scenario is left untreated, it generally affects a person’s self-image as well as his spirit. In addition, it increases the risk of nutritional issues as well as other systematic health...
Dental Implants
Dental implants are titanium screws that are placed into your jawbone to support a dental prosthesis, such as a dental crown. They can be used as a dental restoration for a single tooth, as well as for an entire smile. Dental implants are recommended by many dentists...
Inlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays are dental restorations that are more extensive than dental fillings but less so than caps and crowns. They are typically formed in a dental lab and are made of gold, porcelain or resin depending on the patient’s needs and aesthetic goals. An inlay...
Root Canals
Root canals are restorative dental procedures performed when tooth decay has permeated the innermost, or pulp, layer of the tooth. Once tooth decay reaches the pulp layer, it causes an infection in the tooth’s pulp and roots that may or may not lead to abscess in the...
TMJ Treatment
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which is the bone structure, muscles and connective tissues that surround the jaw and control chewing. When patients experience disorders of this joint, they are said to have a temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD....
Veneers and Laminates
Veneers, also known as porcelain veneers, composite veneers, dental veneers, or simply as laminates, are a popular cosmetic dental option that uses thin shells applied to the front surfaces of visible teeth. Because veneers are adhered to the front surface of teeth,...
Teeth Whitening
Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dental procedure that removes stains and brightens the color of your teeth. It works by removing both intrinsic and extrinsic stains from the enamel and dentin layers of your teeth. Professional teeth whitening sessions are performed in...
Dental Sealants
In many cases, the chewing surface of teeth can have tiny groves, also known as fissures. Tooth decay easily starts from these fissures when food gets stuck and becomes difficult to clean. These areas are too hard for the bristles of toothbrushes to get in to clean...
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry is a form of dentistry that focuses on improving the appearance of your smile. There are different cosmetic dental treatments depending on the type of results you desire. For example, some cosmetic dental treatments correct the color of your teeth,...
Dental Cleaning & Consultation
Regular dental cleanings & consultations are the foundation of dentistry and will make up the majority of your dental appointments at Appletree Dentistry. To maintain your oral health, the American Dental Association recommends visiting your Tigard dentist at...
Sports Mouth Guard
Dental mouth guards have long been used to protect the teeth, gums and supporting tissues from damage, injury and trauma. There are two types of sports mouth guards – over the counter and custom. While OTC guards are helpful for occasional use, many dental patients...
Tooth Extractions
Tooth extractions are routine dental procedures used to remove decayed, damaged or otherwise problematic teeth. Dentists usually make every effort to preserve natural teeth, although sometimes an extraction is necessary. Although the procedure is performed in a...
Provisional Restorations
Provisional restorations are often used during complex restorative dental procedures to serve as temporary prosthetic replacements while patients wait for a permanent restoration. Provisional restorations offer patients to try-out the look and feel of the final...
PFM Restorations
Porcelain fused to metal also known as PFM, is a standard dentistry restoration procedure that entails bringing back your beautiful smile. The procedure has been around for almost 3 decades. PFM’s can be simply be explained as a hybrid between all-metal and...
Partial Dentures
In case you don’t have teeth, you probably have a hard time smiling, eating and so much more. A huge gap in your smile is not really what you want and this can be demoralizing to your self-esteem. This makes you avoid social meetings and reduces the chances of you...
Bite Guards
There is a number of people who either clench or grind their teeth when they sleep. Surprising enough, most of these people are not aware of these destructive habit when it happens. However, a Tigard dentist is able to see evidence of this wear and tear pattern that...
Dentures
Dentures simply restore and replace your missing teeth after you have encountered damage to your teeth. This can be due to decay or an injury suffered. They give a first-hand natural looking solution which clearly enhances your appearance as well as improving your...