We provide many dental services for our patients at Stonehenge Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. However, general dentistry in our Raleigh, NC, dentist office is the foundation of good oral health. General dentistry can reduce the risk of tooth decay, gum disease, dental injuries, and other oral health issues. Preventative dental care is a part of general dentistry.
You can keep your mouth healthy with preventative dental treatments. Regular care can prevent the need for extensive or complex dental care. Dr. Cynthia Elderkin and Dr. Claudel Giggey are general dentists who help patients keep their oral health in check. Our dentists work with patients to create comfortable and functional smiles with modern dental tools and techniques.
Why Should You Choose Our Dental Office?
At Stonehenge Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, our dentists help keep your teeth and gums healthy. Our dentists have the experience and expertise to help you maintain your oral health.
Dr. Giggey received her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from the East Carolina School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Elderkin received her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Our dentists also take a collaborative approach to dental care. At regular visits, our dentists will ask if you have any questions or concerns. Dr. Giggey or Dr. Elderkin will be happy to explain all aspects of your dental care to you.
Our dentists also pride themselves on exceptional dental care. We use X-rays, sedation, and other techniques to provide the most effective treatment possible.
Why Go To Regular Dental Visits?
Dr. Giggey and Dr. Elderkin provide routine care to keep you healthy and prevent oral health problems. Routine dental visits include X-rays, dental cleanings, and screenings.
Our office uses digital X-rays to get a full picture of your teeth, gums, and jaw. With X-rays, we can see problems we cannot see with a visual exam. Our office also uses X-rays of your smile to create your custom treatment plan.
Dental cleanings from our dental hygienists remove leftover food and bacterial buildup that contribute to infection. Our hygienists use special tools to clean hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. In many cases, we can remove plaque and tartar buildup you cannot reach at home.
Oral cancer, cavities, and gum disease screenings are also essential to regular visits. We will look for signs of these dental problems to catch them in the early stages. Early preventive care reduces the risk of worse dental issues, costly treatments, and complex care over time.
General Dentistry in Raleigh, NC
Good oral health creates a foundation for years of healthy and functional smiles. Our general treatments stop the spread of common oral health problems. These treatments also help you receive professional, high-quality care. Regular general dental can prevent the need for restorative and cosmetic dentistry care.
Root Canal
Do you have tooth pain or sensitive teeth? Do you have holes in your enamel? Call our office for root canal treatment. A root canal removes diseased dental pulp from inside a natural tooth.
This safe, routine treatment prevents the need for a tooth extraction. We can save your natural tooth with a root canal.
Emergency Dental Care
Please contact our office for prompt care if you have a dental emergency. We can treat patients with lost permanent teeth, broken teeth, and damaged dental restorations. Urgent dental care can prevent complications or further oral health issues.
Dental Sedation
Dentists provide multiple types of dental sedation for patients. Oral conscious sedation, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation are common types of sedation that keep patients calm.
Under sedation, you do not feel any pain. We recommend sedation in most cases for complex or lengthy dental treatments. This is also a great option for patients with dental fear or anxiety.
Tooth Extractions
Does the thought of a tooth extraction fill you with fear? Our dental team ensures that patients do not feel any pain during dental extractions. We always numb the treated tooth before treatment.
After they heal, patients will also no longer feel pain because of an infected or impacted tooth. We can remove infected, severely damaged, overcrowded, and wisdom teeth.
Custom Sports Mouthguards
If you or your child play contact sports, you need a mouthguard. A sports mouthguard protects natural teeth, braces, and other oral appliances from damage or loss. Our office provides sports custom mouthguards for children and adults. They provide a better fit than store-bought mouthguards.
Pediatric Dentistry
Our family dental practice offers routine cleanings, exams, sealants, and fluoride treatments for children. Pediatric dentistry is essential for children to help them develop good oral health habits. Regular dental visits at a young age can also help prevent cavities and tooth decay. With routine care, we can target these common childhood dental problems.
General and Preventative Dentistry FAQs
Discover more about our general dentistry options in our Raleigh, NC, dental office with answers to these popular questions:
What are dental fillings?
Fillings can fill cavities or holes in teeth. Once tooth decay eats away at the tooth enamel or outer tooth layer, it creates holes or pits. We use dental fillings to preserve the tooth structure and bite.
While traditional fillings use metal materials, the metal often contains harmful mercury. Mercury-free white fillings are a modern alternative that uses tooth-colored material. They blend in with the smile’s natural look and offer a strong yet seamless treatment.
Are tooth extractions painful?
We use local anesthesia and dental sedation for extractions that remove teeth below the gum tissue. Our office will also numb your teeth for simple extractions that remove teeth above the gum line.
Our team will monitor you throughout treatment so you feel as comfortable as possible. We will also provide instructions so you feel comfortable as you heal.
When should I bring my child to the dentist?
You should bring your child for their first visit after they turn one. Clean your child’s gums with a damp cloth even before their first tooth erupts. Removing leftover food from the gums will help prevent gum problems.
Once the baby’s teeth grow, brush your child’s teeth with an infant-sized toothbrush and a pea-sized amount of toothpaste. Unless we recommend otherwise, you should also schedule your child’s routine visits every six months.
Your Local Dentist
Do you need to schedule your next dental exam? Has it been some time since your last dental visit? Contact our office for general dentistry services in Raleigh, NC today at 919.295.0936. You can also schedule an appointment with us online.
Our office serves North Raleigh, RTP, and Millbrook. To learn more about our dentist office in Raleigh, NC, see About our office. If you have questions or dental concerns, let us know at your next visit. We will be here to help you.