Digital X-rays in the Dental Office

If eligible, you may receive two types of dental X-rays upon arriving for a treatment at Dr. Keith Rudolph’s practice: intraoral (the X-ray film inside the mouth) and extraoral (the X-ray film outside the mouth. A digital X-ray allows Dr. Rudolph to take an image of the tooth or teeth and put it into an imaging program. As a benefit to the patient, the digital X-ray also provides nearly 80% less radiation than a standard X-ray.

Here at the practice, Dr. Rudolph will review your history, examine your mouth and then decide whether or not you need X-rays. Dental X-rays are a useful diagnostic tool when helping Dr. Rudolph detect damage and disease not visible during a routine dental exam. How often X-rays should be taken depends on your present oral health, your age, your risk for disease, and any signs and symptoms of oral disease. For example, children may require X-rays more often than adults because their teeth and jaws are still developing and their teeth are more likely to be affected by tooth decay than those of adults.

To learn more about digital X-rays and the dental services that Dr. Keith Rudolph provides at the office, give us a call, or visit www.drkeithrudolph.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Keith Rudolph in Fairfield, CT, call 203-254-9533.

Importance of Periodontal Health

Paying attention to your dental hygiene and health – especially your gums – may pay you back with more than a gleaming, healthy smile and manageable dental bills. It may keep your heart healthy too. Dr. Keith Rudolph is here to help you maintain healthy gums with routine cleanings because healthy gums aren’t just important for your oral health, they are important to your overall health as well.

When you have healthy gums, your teeth are well supported by the tissue in your gums and your chances for long-term oral health are significantly increased. Because periodontal disease is linked to an increased susceptibility to systemic disease (bacterial pneumonia, diabetes, cardiovascular disease), it is important to prevent it as well as control it. Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly is important and helps remove the thin film of bacteria that builds up on your teeth each day and contributes to tooth decay. If you have trouble maintaining a daily oral hygiene routine, give Dr. Keith Rudolph a call today.

To learn more about the dental services that Dr. Keith Rudolph provides at the office, visit www.drkeithrudolph.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Keith Rudolph in Fairfield, CT, call 203-254-9533.

Dental Care for the Whole Family

Family dentistry, like general dentistry, provides services related to the general maintenance of oral hygiene and tooth health. Family dentists are responsible for ensuring that plaque buildup around the teeth is kept to a minimum, that tooth decay is eliminated, that cavities are filled, and that gums remain healthy. Dr. Keith Rudolph is a family dentist who accepts patients of all ages, making his family dentistry office a convenient choice if you have children in your home.

Here at the office of Dr. Keith Rudolph we offer a full range of procedures to restore and maintain your oral health, and to keep your teeth looking their best. We provide routine care, fillings and other services for adults and seniors. In addition to general dental care, we offer dental implants, orthodontic care with Invisalign, endodontic, restorative dentistry and cosmetic dentistry.

If you are searching for a family dentist, look no further. To learn more about the family services that Dr. Keith Rudolph provides at the office, visit www.drkeithrudolph.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Keith Rudolph in Fairfield, CT, call 203-254-9533.

Veneers in Fairfield, CT

Dr. Keith Rudolph offers Veneers to help you restore your smile as well as your self-esteem. Dental veneers are a form of cosmetic dentistry in which a shell or layer of tooth-colored porcelain or composite is placed over the facial surfaces of your teeth to correct worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment or spacing, discoloration and chips or cracks.

Veneers are an excellent way to redesign and reshape your mouth. Veneers are a very thin ceramic shell that covers your existing tooth structure. Although veneers do not require any special care, they generally last between 5 and 10 years. After this time has passed, the veneers will need to be replaced. The removal of any natural tooth structure is permanent, so Dr. Keith Rudolph prefers to offer patients with the most minimally invasive options first. If your natural teeth are functional and esthetically adequate, dental veneers may not be an appropriate treatment for you.

If you suffer from teeth that are worn down, chipped, or broken, call us to discuss your treatment options. To learn more about veneers, visit www.drkeithrudolph.com for more information. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Keith Rudolph in Fairfield, CT, call 203-254-9533.