All our professionals at Hill Country Dental Center maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.
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What sets us apart...
- Amalgam-free Office. We do not place any amalgam (mercury-containing) restorations. All fillings are completed using composite resin material that matches the color of the tooth, making them almost undetectible, not to mention free of mercury.
- Digital X-rays. The use of digital x-rays allows our office to gather vital information to help in diagnosing any dental problems without the standard level of radiation. The level of radiation used is approximately half the amount required with the old technique.
- Intra-Oral Photography. We take pictures of your teeth with a camera that fits inside your mouth. You see what we see, which allows you to make an educated decision when restoration of your teeth is recommended.
- CEREC. One Visit Crowns. CEREC is a computer designed porcelain restoration for your tooth. Crowns, Inlays, Onlays and Veneers can be fabricated using this system in one visit. No messy impressions. No temporary crowns. No coming back for a second appointment to cement the crown. This method of restoring you tooth saves you time and money. Also, the use of inlays and onlays save strong tooth structure that would ordinarily be lost to a conventional crown. This is a conservative way to restore teeth to their natural strength and beauty, in one visit. www.cereconline.com
- Invisalign. Straightening your teeth without all the brackets and wires. Patients from teenagers to retirees can benefit from Invisalign.www.invisalign.com
Initial Oral Examination
Your initial oral examination includes a visual examination, charting, periodontal probing, diagnosis and treatment recommendations. We will also take x-rays, which includes the panoramic x-ray for proper diagnosis of the anterior (front) and posterior (back) teeth as well as the bite-wing x-ray series for proper diagnosis of proximal decay of posterior teeth.
Dental Implants
Dr. Waltrip relies on a surgeon to place the actual implant that replaces the root of your tooth. All restoration of the implant is completed at Hill Country Dental Center. Implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth, multiple missing teeth, or replace/enhance a removable appliance (denture/partial denture).
Teeth Bleaching
Our state-of-the-art, in-office Power Bleaching system will make your teeth whiter in less than 1.5 hours. Another option is our home bleaching system you take with you for results in 2 weeks. You can also consider a combination program of both systems for optimal, long-term results.
Crowns and Veneers
Most of our crowns are made with our state-of-the-art Cerec system. This is accomplished in one visit and provides them with an all-porcelain crown that is very natural looking in appearance. If a patient has an aggressive grinding habit, a porclain crown with a metal base or an all gold crown may be recommended.
Veneers are almost always fabricated off-site. Dr. Waltrip wants only the best when it comes to your smile. She uses daVinci Dental Lab in California for most of the cases that involve cosmetically improving the smile. They have been producing superior esthetics for many years and Dr. Waltrip trusts them with your smile.
Fillings: Resin
Dr. Waltrip does not use amalgam fillings. Resin fillings are used for routine restoration needed once decay has been removed from a tooth. If a filling gets too large for a resin filling to provide adequate strenght or longevity, a porcelain filling (onlay/inlay) will be recommended. Onlays and inlays are fabricated using the Cerec system. Again, they are completed in one visit.
Root Canals
Dr. Waltrip will perform root canals on front teeth and premolars. All molar root canals will be referred to an endodontist for treatment. An endodontist is a root canal specialist and has received extensive training to handle more difficult root canals in hard-to-access areas of the mouth. It may seem like a hassle to see another provider for this procedure, but Dr. Waltrip is looking out for your best interest. They are the specialists for a reason.
Periodontal Treatment
You should have a standard cleaning at least twice a year. A periodontal treatment includes an Adult Prophy (basic cleaning). If it has been over a year since your last cleaning, possible treatment will include either Periodontal Scaling (deeper) or Root Planning and Scaling (requires anesthetic).
Mouth Guards
Whether you are an athlete or casual sports participant, you should wear a mouth guard to protect your teeth. If you grind your teeth while you sleep, a bite guard will help reduce symptoms of TMJ. We custom make mouth guards in both soft and hard materials.
Removable Dental Prosthesis
For missing teeth, we can make dentures or removable partials for you.
30875 B IH-10 W
Boerne, TX 78006
(830) 755-6475
