• Maintain a Healthy Mouth with General Dentistry in Decatur Illinois

    In Decatur, Illinois, Russ Proesel, DDS, has one goal: to help keep your mouth healthy with general dentistry. For more than 30 years, our dental practice has been helping people with their smiles. We provide advice to keep your teeth and gums healthy and maintain your smile through regular checkups. Below are some of the ways we can help get you back on the right track to healthy teeth.

  • Dental Sealants

    Dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating painted on the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars to prevent tooth decay. The sealant forms a protective shield over the enamel of each tooth.

  • Tooth Extractions

    Sometimes a tooth is just too damaged to save or it will cause more harm if it stays in. In these situations, we will remove the tooth. Wisdom teeth are a common extraction example.

  • Fluoride Treatments

    Fluoride treatment is applied at the end of your cleaning appointment. Your teeth will absorb the fluoride to help keep them strong. 

  • Fillings

    When your tooth develops a cavity, we can fix it with a simple procedure. We will drill the cavity away and insert a filling to help protect the tooth. 

  • Cleaning

    Come see us every six months for routine cleaning. Regular cleanings are important to remove any tartar and plaque that have built up along your gum lines, as well as in between your teeth.

  • X-rays

    Dental x-rays are used to capture images of the interior of your teeth and gums. This can spot oral health problems in the earlier stages, such as cavities, gum disease, oral infections, and some forms of tumors.

  • Ways We Protect Your Teeth and Mouth for Decatur Illinois

    With the services Russ Proesel, DDS, offers, we can try to prevent unpleasant conditions for our patients' mouths and offer relief for pain and sensitivity.

  • Preventative Dentistry

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    With preventative dentistry, we can perform check-ups on your teeth to keep them healthy and to inform you of any issues with your teeth or gums. 

  • Oral Cancer Screening

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    When it comes to oral cancer, the sooner we catch it, the better. We will examine your mouth for any signs of cancer or precancerous conditions.  Early detection is the key to a greater chance for a cure.

  • Oral Hygiene

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    We will advise you how to best keep your teeth healthy. Along with cleanings every six months, make sure you brush, floss, and use mouthwash every day to maintain a healthy mouth. 

  • Orthodontic Screenings

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    If your teeth start to shift or grow in crooked, we provide orthodontic services. Whether for cosmetic or medical purposes, we can help you to maintain straight teeth.

  • Restorative Dentistry

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    If you have lost a tooth due to decay, cracking, or any other reason, we can fix it. You can trust our dentists with your tooth replacement.

  • Fillings

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    When your tooth develops a cavity, we can fix it with a simple procedure. We will remove all of the decay from the tooth and apply a filling to restore it to its normal function and shape

  • Root Canal Therapy

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    Sometimes the pain of a tooth is deeper than the surface. If you need a root canal, we will go in and remove the nerve and pulp to alleviate your pain. 

  • Gum Disease Treatment

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    Receding gums can lead to many problems like bleeding, swelling, and loose teeth. We can help reverse some forms of gum disease with regular cleanings and inform you of the importance of brushing and flossing at home. 

     

  • Dental Crowns

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    If you have undergone a root canal or have a large cavity that will require a filing that consists of 75% of the infected tooth, you will likely need a crown placed over that tooth.