General & Preventative Dentistry in Waldorf, MD

Our dental services will keep you smiling for a lifetime.

Why Is General Dentistry Important?

Consistent checkups with your dentist will keep your smile healthy, improve your overall wellness, and save you money.

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Going Beyond the Teeth

Neglecting the care your smile needs may lead to tooth loss and gum disease, plus increase your chances of serious health risks, such as heart disease, diabetes, and so much more.

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Prevent Future Problems

Regular checkups with Dr. Silberman … Click to go to the page of Dr. Silberman … , Dr. Barakh … Click to go to the page of Dr. Barakh … , and one of our registered dental hygienists ensure your smile stays in great shape. When you visit your dentist in Waldorf, MD … Click to go to the home page of The Silberman Dental Group … every six months, we can prevent smaller issues from becoming bigger and more expensive problems.

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Gentle & Innovative Care

Our goal is to provide quality care in a gentle manner … Click to go to our blog … , and we always walk you through your visit so you know what’s happening. We use non-invasive and digital technology to visually show you what we see in your mouth. You can count on an open and trustworthy diagnosis each time.

An icon of a denture
Going Beyond the Teeth

Neglecting the care your smile needs may lead to tooth loss and gum disease, plus increase your chances of serious health risks, such as heart disease, diabetes, and so much more.

An icon of a tooth
Prevent Future Problems

Regular checkups with Dr. Silberman … Click to go to the page of Dr. Silberman … , Dr. Barakh … Click to go to the page of Dr. Barakh … , and one of our registered dental hygienists ensure your smile stays in great shape. When you visit your dentist in Waldorf, MD … Click to go to the home page of The Silberman Dental Group … every six months, we can prevent smaller issues from becoming bigger and more expensive problems.

An icon of a hand with a tooth
Gentle & Innovative Care

Our goal is to provide quality care in a gentle manner, and we always walk you through your visit so you know what’s happening. We use non-invasive and digital technology to visually show you what we see in your mouth. You can count on an open and trustworthy diagnosis each time.

Our General Dentistry Services at a Glance

Browse through what we offer for our preventative and general dentistry services in Maryland.

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Dental Hygiene

Your dentist and hygienist’s preventative and supportive care is important because it achieves cleaner and healthier teeth than normal flossing … Click to go to our blog … and brushing at home.

We also educate our patients about the link between oral health and systemic health. For example, did you know that your dentist or hygienist can often detect diseases such as diabetes?

During your regular dental cleaning and checkup, your dental hygienist and one of our dentists will carefully examine your mouth, checking for cavities and signs of tooth decay, periodontal disease, oral cancer, and other dental health problems. We also thoroughly clean, rinse, and polish your teeth to maintain optimal oral health.

What can you expect at your hygiene appointments?

  • A dental exam conducted by Dr. Silberman or Dr. Barakh
  • A gentle, thorough cleaning by your registered dental hygienist
  • A full series of digital x-rays (with less radiation exposure than traditional x-rays)
  • Use of intraoral cameras to get a broader view of the oral cavity, and you can immediately see whatever we see during the diagnosis
  • Fluoride application … Click to go to our blog …
  • Oral cancer screening

Our preventative dentistry in Waldorf, MD helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease to keep your smile radiant and healthy for years to come.

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Composite Fillings
When a tooth has decay, it needs a filling to protect the tooth and prevent the decay from spreading. We believe in doing dentistry right the first time around, so we use composite (tooth-colored) fillings to ensure they blend naturally with your smile.

You can smile with confidence, and no one has to know you received treatment. It’ll be a secret between you and your dentist!

Inlays & Onlays
When a tooth is damaged enough that it can’t support a filling but small enough that it doesn’t need a crown, an inlay or onlay is the preferred method to protect your teeth. An inlay fits inside the outer edge of the tooth, while an onlay can cover a small portion of the tooth and go beyond the cusps.

Whether you need an inlay or onlay, the team at The Silberman Dental Group only uses the best materials to ensure your restoration lasts a long time.

Sealants

A sealant is a clear or tooth-colored plastic material that our hygienists apply to the chewing surfaces of back teeth at risk of cavities. That’s the place where tooth decay occurs most often.

A dental sealant can prevent tooth decay by covering the grooves and pits of these chewing surfaces, effectively sealing out any decay-causing germs and food.

Tooth Extractions

A tooth extraction is necessary when a tooth is so severely damaged it can’t be saved from a root canal or when your smile needs preparation for future treatments such as orthodontics and dental implants.

Your comfort and trust are our top priority, so we make sure you’re comfortable throughout the entire procedure. We even offer sedation dentistry for those who need an extra boost to feel relaxed. Nitrous oxide is an option that safely helps a patient relax during their dental procedure.

Root Canals

Root canal therapy … Click to go to the page of Root canal therapy … is a treatment to repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it. If you suffer from tooth pain, extreme tooth sensitivity, or localized facial swelling, you may benefit from root canal therapy.

Is root canal therapy painful?

Many people have concerns about root canal therapy … Click to go to our blog … , but because of dental advancements and local anesthetics, most patients have little (if any) discomfort during treatment.

Root canals are completed in one visit and take between 1 to 1.5 hours. Patients are comfortable throughout the procedure and can listen to their choice of music. We know many patients who actually fell asleep during the procedure.

Most people require only over-the-counter medication (if anything) after root canal … Click to go to our blog … treatment. You can eat, drink, and even return to work the same day. Dr. Silberman also makes himself available any time of the day and evening (no matter what the procedure).

Crowns after Root Canals

Crowns look and feel just like your natural teeth. Porcelain crowns are often favored because the color and translucence closely match the appearance of a natural tooth.

For more information on how a dental crown can enhance and restore your smile, we invite you to contact The Silberman Dental Group … Click to go to the page of Contact … . You can also read about CEREC same-day dental crowns … Click to go to the page of CEREC … and the same-day crown procedure. … Click to go to the page of CEREC …

Oral Cancer Screenings

According to the American Dental Association … Click to open a new window to The American Dental Association page … , 41,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral and throat cancers this year. However, oral cancer can be beaten with early detection, and your dentist in Waldorf, MD … Click to go to the home page of The Silberman Dental Group … is your first line of defense to detect the early signs … Click to go to our blog … .

During your biannual checkup, our dentist conducts an oral cancer screening … Click to go to our blog … and discusses anything of concern. The simple, painless screening could save your life!

‘‘I’ve been going to Silberman Dental for a long time. The environment is friendly, and every time I leave, it’s with a smile. My teeth feel cleaner after each visit.’’

Myke

Have Questions about Your Dental Health?

Watch our videos where we answer questions we frequently hear from patients.

Is it safe to visit the dentist during pregnancy?
Should you apply HEAT or COLD to relieve tooth pain?
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What Happens If You Knock Out A Tooth?
Do Root Canals Hurt?
Should You Waterpik Or Floss?