American Dental Solutions has been making families smile since 1979. As Berks Countys People Choice for 13 years running, we believe that quality dental care should be convenient and attainable for every family. Our patients health and well being is our number one priority. You have our commitment that we will do all that we can to be sure you look and feel your best.
American Dental Solutions has 14 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS within Berks, Chester, Lancaster, and Montgomery Counties offering full service dental care, including family dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery and endodontics.
Yes! Grip your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gumline, so the brush is slightly pointing up, and apply gentle pressure as you use a combo of back-and-forth and up-and-down strokes. says Santa Monica based dentist Nushin Shir, DDS.
Yes! Grip your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gumline, so its slightly pointing up, and apply gentle pressure as you use a combo of back-and-forth and up-and-down strokes, says Santa Monicabased dentist Nushin Shir, DDS. Make sure you brush each tooth all over, as well as the gumline. And dont rush! A thorough brushing lasts about 2 minutes, so aim to spend about 30 seconds on each quarter of your mouth.
Whatever kind youll actually use (waxed or unwaxed)studies show they work equally well. The key is to floss every day. In fact, dentists wish youd do it twice a dayits the only way to remove all the food and plaque (a film that harbors bacteria) that gets stuck between your teeth, says Dr. Austin. Plaque ups the risk of tooth decay and gum disease, which makes you more likely to have bleeding gums and even lose some teeth as you get older. But if youre only going to floss once a day, do it at night (so you dont sleep with food particles in your mouth).
Two words: tongue scraper. Researchers from the University of Sao Paulo in Brazil found that using one improved bad breath as much as 75 percent by removing the bacteria and residue that builds up on your tongue.
Other possible halitosis culprits include heartburn or acid reflux (chewing sugar-free gum after a meal can help) and gum disease, which can cause your gums to recede and bacteria to get stuck. If you have persistent bad breath that doesnt get better when you use a tongue scraper or chew gum, see your dentist or a periodontist. If the problem turns out to be gum disease, you may need a series of deep cleanings (generally done with local anesthesia) to remove bacteria and diseased tissue.
Sometimes. The tipoffs: pain or sensitivity in just one area, or a brownish stain on the top of the tooth, says Dr. Shir. Bad breath can also be a sign; a decaying tooth can be a breeding ground for bacteria. But of course, the only way to know for sure is to see your dentist.
Absolutely! Waiting too long between visits means more scraping, because plaque that sits on your teeth for a while hardens and turns into tartar (also called calculus). Going twice a year also gives your dentist a chance to catch a cavity early, when its just forming. In that case, you might not even need any filling or drilling; you may simply be sent home with a fluoride treatment to redeposit some of the minerals that have worn away, says Dr. Jacobs. Wait too long, however, and the cavity will progress and can infect a nearby nerve, which means you could end up needing a costly root canal. Frequent visits also mean more opportunity for your dentist to spot signs of an illness thats affecting your whole body.
Whitening strips, such as Crest Whitestrips, says Dr. Golub-Evans. They deliver a premeasured, evenly distributed amount of hydrogen peroxide to your teeth. Results build over prolonged use, so Id recommend the 2- to 3-week ones over the stronger 4- to 7-day option. Spreading it out also results in less sensitivity. You wont get as powerful a result as you would from a professional whitening treatment, but they can definitely give you a subtle lift that lasts for 6 months.
Whitening kits that use trays (a tray with a gel mixture goes on your upper teeth and another goes on the lower ones) are also effective, but they tend to be messier, harder to use and can irritate your gums (unless you get custom-fit ones from your dentist). If you go this route, make sure to get one that doesnt require you to measure and distribute the bleach yourself, because its too difficult to do it evenly.
Maybebut only if a dental professional (such as a dentist or dental hygienist) is administering them. I once met a banker who was performing these whitenings for extra income! says Dr. Austin. The problem: An untrained person could end up damaging your teeth, and many people are selling products that havent been proven safe or effective. In fact, states including Tennessee and Alabama have recently banned teeth-whitening kiosks that arent operated by dentists.
Dental insuranceif you have itoften isnt very comprehensive. Paying out of pocket or subsidizing a skimpy policy may be fine when it comes to routine cleanings, but if you need substantial work done, it can end up setting you back thousands of dollars. Because of this, a small but growing number of people are jumping on the medical tourism bandwagon. Statistics are hard to come by, but at the last official count (in 2006), about 200,000 Americans were traveling abroad for dental work alone. The top destinations in recent years: Mexico, India, Costa Rica and Hungary (the latter has a high number of well-trained dental professionals per capita, which has driven down costs). The savings are often considerable.
In the best-case scenario, youll see a dentist with good credentials (some have even been trained in the U.S.) and maybe do a little sightseeing, says Neilesh Patel, DDS, CEO/ founder of HealthCare Tourism International, a nonprofit medical tourism website that connects patients with safe, accredited international providers. On the other hand, youre dealing with different standards of care and sanitary practices, and youre doing it far from home (even if things go well, follow-ups or unforeseen emergencies can pose a tricky problem). From sorting through language barriers to determining which foreign seals of approval are actually credible, it can take a whole lot of work to make sure your practitioner is up to par. Of the dental work Ive seen from Mexico, I would say that the majority of cases would not meet the U.S. standard of care, says Dr. Patel. Its important to do your homework.
If youre still up to the challenge, start by looking for professionals that are endorsed on a reputable site. Some are: Dr. Patels HealthCare Tourism International ( HealthCareTrip.org); the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travellers ( IAMAT.org), a site recommended by the American Dental Association; or Medical Tourism International ( MediTourInternational.com), a for-profit organization made up of international hospitals, doctors, and other healthcare providers that are screened and inspected to ensure that they adhere to a strict set of standards. Once youve narrowed down your options, the ADA suggests reviewing the educational information at The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Preventions website ( OSAP.org; click on resources and then travel).
Lastly, if youre very concerned about having all your is dotted and ts crossed, you may want to consider booking through a medical tourism travel agency. Planet Hospital ( PlanetHospital.com), a California-based company, is generally considered to be the most reputable.
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Rating 4.5 out of 5 based on 144 reviews
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a year ago
Patty did a great job cleaning my teeth (after several year gap). No real pain, only some stinging, without any numbing. She was very good at discussing what was being done and what I needed to do in the future. Patty is also a great salesperson, I will be back for more cleanings in the next year!!
Jim Pet
a year ago
On time appointments, friendly staff, very professional work.
Alissa Johann
a year ago
I would recommend going elsewhere for your dental needs. I decided to give them a try because I recently moved, but I have decided to go back to my old dentist after my experience. First, I felt rushed the entire time. I got a call to try to come in earlier than my scheduled time and felt like I was shown the door on the way out. During the cleaning, I felt the dentiextremely hard while scraping my teeth. It was uncomfortable and my teeth hurt afterwards. I'll be the first to admit that I am not great with flossing and my gums have bled during dental cleanings in the past, but never to the extent that I bled yesterday. The entire time, I felt pressured into opting for additional procedures and purchasing items. These were not covered under insurance. My old dentist never tried to sell me anything, was gentle and made me feel comfortable the entire time. I will not be returning.
Suzy Furr
2 years ago
Never like going to the dentist even as an adult lol. But always happy with the friendliness and professionalism at American Dental. Just a cleaning this appointment but great experience as always!! Highly recommend!!!
Chelsea Cook- Canavarro
2 years ago
I would NEVER recommend this dentist to anyone. Let me start off by saying I never had an issue with the staff- I did feel as though everyone was friendly and accommodating. However, I made 4 trips there in a 3 month period, which I hated to have to do. From the get- go, I felt extremely rushed, like I was just another payment coming in. I went in for a routine cleaning and had to come back 2 weeks later for a filling. I was in terrible pain for about a month and had to come back. The filling had broken off and was jammed somewhere which caused the pain. On top of this, when my filling was first placed, they filed a space in between my 2 molars to allow more room. The space was WAY too big and it caused a lot of pain and irritation. I had to go back 2 other times for continued pain. Each time, they just tried to file down the filling because they felt the bite was uneven, even though I mentioned I thought it was the gap that was causing the pain. I felt like nobody listened to me, which ended up costing me money out of pocket for a mistake that wasn't my fault. I found a new dentist and they immediately placed a new filling in a different location and filled the gap in. I hate going to the dentist more than anything, and I must say, this did nothing to ease my worries. Save your time and your money.
Justin Shea
2 years ago
Save your valuable time/money and look elsewhere. Worst and only practice I can confidently say to steer clear of.
Sunday Ukpong
2 years ago
I was once very upset with this company. However, they've addressed all my concerns with individual attention and care. I am now one of thier regular customers. I used to be scared of the dentist, now I walk in there as if we were all in the sitcom "Cheers". I love this place and all thier employees. They do a wonderful job and make you feel at home. I get my teeth cleaned every three months now. I'd like to say thank you to Jesse and all the employees. Thanks guys, girls, they, thems, husband's, wives and all in-between.
Jackie Dowling
2 years ago
Staff was very friendly - I needed an emergency appointment and they fit me in same day! Definitely recommend this place, I'll be coming back for my routine dental visits as well.
nathan baxter
2 years ago
Very friendly and professional.
Jay Zee
2 years ago
I had an appt in the last week and I agree with all the positive reviews listed by others. I will continue to use them and recommend others do as well!
Robert Brophy
2 years ago
Worst dental experience I've ever had to include 12 years in Army. My general dentist was fine, but they sent me to an endodontist in their network that didn't take my insurance. No one checked, so I owed for the consultation and they waited till two days before the root canal to tell me. I got an apology and they admitted it was their fault, but no refund. I've since changed dentist's (obviously), and have been calling for days to get my records sent over...they keep informing me they sent the release, but 2 different emails I offered and no release. Now I've got to spend more money for X-Rays. An exemplar in everything awful with the state of Healthcare in this country.
Janelle Pierce
2 years ago
Always a wonderful experience here! Staff are always friendly and willing to answer questions.
Angela Green
2 years ago
No time to wait, was seen immediately, very courteous and precise attention to take care of all that was needed. Everything completed very efficiently and I walked out feeling great.
Tony Ku
2 years ago
Friendly staff. Excellent clinicians.
Theresa Dougherty
2 years ago
They continue to make appointments and then cancel them last minute or after I'm already at the appointments. They know my daughter is 5 years old when I made the appointment and then when we got there said they couldn't see her because she is under 6 years old. I had an appointment where I had to go to the their pottstown office a 45 minute drive and they waited til I was 3 minutes away to cancel my appointment because the endodontist didn't have the tools needed to do the job. They refuse to give any kind of pain medication unless you are a non dmo patient. I struggled with pain because I needed a root canal for months because they continually cancelled appointments for me and rescheduled them. They refused to give me anything for pain. Unfortunately I don't have alot of choices for dentists that take dmo so I'm stuck here but it's really terrible how they treat dmo patients over others.
Ghizlane Alami
2 years ago
Very friendly, and patient staff will definitely recommend them to other family members and friends.
John C
2 years ago
Very nice experience! Very friendly! Explained to me what they were going to do and how much it would cost BEFORE they did the procedure! Mind blown! And the work was top notch!
Scott
2 years ago
Love this place... the best
Allie Pope Burger
2 years ago
I've generally only gone to independent dental practices in the past- but new insurance meant I needed to switch providers, and so I decided to give the closest place a try. Really happy I did! My dental hygienist, Donna B, was top notch. Truly one of the best cleanings I've had in my life. She is a skilled practitioner and really good at what she does. Bonus that she explained everything clearly and kept me comfortable the whole time. I saw Dr. O'Neill briefly and she struck me as honest, kind, and thorough. All staff were very friendly too. Highly recommend!
Tikara Rigney
2 years ago
I've been going here for the past 2 years for my brace process. The staff is super friendly and positive. They make sure your in and out the in a timely manner. I get complements on my braces all the time even at my regular dentist appt I love this places and I will be bringing my son here soon as he's of age
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