We are committed to creating healthy, vibrant Gig Harbor smiles. Our team loves making you the focus of every visit. Our emphasis on mixing innovation with compassion creates a unique experience that supports wellness for all ages. When you visit our modern office, you’ll discover a comfortable place for your family’s dental care. This is as good as dental care gets!
Call (253) 851-4025A focus on preventive dentistry helps you maintain the highest standard of oral health while limiting dental expenditures. A partnership between you and our team pays dividends, protecting your smile now and well into the future.
Everyone loves the smooth, glassy surface of freshly polished teeth. Our registered dental hygienists help you maintain optimal health, which goes far beyond polished enamel. With a regular preventive schedule, we can remove the bacterial deposits that lead to dental disease. But we can also monitor for silent problems, such as tooth decay or gum disease before they become major issues.
Gum disease continues to be the leading cause of tooth loss in adults today. A devastating condition when left untreated, periodontitis doesn't have to write your story. But a strategic approach with focused treatment and home care is essential to control this chronic bacterial infection. Plus, this disease can aggravate other serious medical conditions that may seem unrelated to your mouth.
Every time you're in our chair, we review many aspects of your health. Subtle changes in the lining of your mouth call for a closer evaluation, regardless of whether you use tobacco or not. Early detection of oral cancer saves many lives every year, and we're trained to recognize a myriad of oral tissue abnormalities.
Deep crevices run across the chewing surface of molars. Even though a toothbrush can skim across these surfaces, the narrow grooves trap bacteria beyond the bristles. Cavities may form without warning, destroying valuable tooth structure. Protecting the grooves with a bonded sealer might be worth exploring.
Many people feel anxious before and during dental procedures. It's okay to feel nervous or even fearful when anticipating an appointment. We understand that our patients aren't all the same, and we have great news: You can experience dental treatment in comfort with nitrous oxide commonly called laughing gas.
Nitrous oxide, an inhalation sedative, brings one of the safest and easiest sedation techniques to nearly any procedure. Patients from young to old may benefit from a dose obtained just by breathing in and out. Nitrous oxide wears off instantly so you don't need a companion to drive you home. The relaxation it provides helps many anxious patients get the care they need everyday.
The benefits of orthodontic treatment are numerous from helping prevent gingival inflammation and cavities to the social and aesthetic benefits of straighter teeth. Clear Correct is an option for orthodontics without metal and wires and is essentially invisible. At North Harbor Dentistry we are happy to offer our patients this valuable service.
Not many years ago, losing a tooth left you with few options for replacement. While permanent teeth should provide a lifetime of function, it doesn't always end up that way. They may be lost from an accident, deep cavities, or gum disease. And since teeth start as a full set, even one missing tooth may disrupt the complex function of chewing, the first step in digestion. As teeth slowly lean and migrate into extra spaces, wear and cracking from excessive forces often create escalating problems.
Replacing missing teeth with implants brings your mouth back to full function and well-being. Implants are the most conservative tooth replacement option as they do not affect the adjacent teeth in your mouth. Single crowns or complex bridges can be supported by implants, with solutions for every scenario. You can expect a beautiful, functional new tooth from a dental implant.