Dental services
Dental services for the whole family in Tempe
From routine cleanings to crowns, Invisalign and same-day emergency care. Pick a service to see what it involves.
01Emergency dentistry
Dental emergency? Call us first.
A broken or chipped tooth, a lost crown, a bad toothache or swelling should be looked at quickly. Call during office hours and we will see you the same day. These steps help until you are seen.
Why patients call us first
As the team dentists for ASU Athletics, Dr. Ahn and Dr. Perez have spent years treating sports injuries to the teeth. That experience counts when you walk in with a broken or chipped tooth.
Emergencies are seen the same day during office hours. We are not a 24-hour emergency office.
What to do right now
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Broken or cracked tooth
Rinse with warm water, keep any pieces, and hold a cold compress to your cheek. Avoid chewing on that side until you are seen.
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Lost crown or filling
Keep the crown if you have it and avoid chewing on that side. Never use household glue to put it back.
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Toothache
Rinse with warm water, floss gently around the tooth, and use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek. Do not put aspirin on the gum.
Swelling that is spreading, or that makes it hard to breathe or swallow, cannot wait for a dentist. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
02Preventive care
Cleanings and exams
Regular visits catch small problems while they are still simple to fix. Most people come in every six months, and some need to come more often.
Good for
- Everyone in the family, from toddlers up
- Keeping gums healthy and preventing cavities
- Catching problems early, before they hurt
At a glance
- How often
- Usually every 6 months
- Visit length
- 45 minutes to 1½ hours
- Ages
- Toddlers and up
- Numbing
- Not usually needed
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03Restorative care
Fillings
A filling repairs a tooth damaged by decay. The decay is removed and the tooth is rebuilt with composite resin, a tooth-colored material that blends in with the rest of your smile. We do not place silver fillings.
Good for
- A cavity found at a checkup
- A small chip or crack
- Replacing an old or worn filling
At a glance
- Visits
- Usually one
- Numbing
- Usually
- Material
- Composite resin
- Silver fillings
- Not used
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04Restorative care
Crowns and bridges
A crown is a custom cap that covers a damaged tooth so it is strong enough to chew with again. A bridge fills the gap left by a missing tooth, held in place by the teeth on either side. Our crowns are BruxZir, made by an outside dental lab.
Good for
- A cracked, broken or badly worn tooth
- A tooth with a very large filling
- A gap from a missing tooth when the teeth beside it are healthy (bridge)
At a glance
- Visits
- Usually two
- Numbing
- Yes
- Crowns
- BruxZir
- Made by
- An outside dental lab
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05Tooth replacement
Dental implant restoration
We do not place implants. Once your implant has healed, we restore it with the crown on top, the part you see and chew with, shaped and shaded to match your other teeth. Dr. Perez has extensive training in implant dentistry and has restored hundreds of implants.
Good for
- An implant that has healed and is ready for its crown
- Replacing a worn or damaged crown on an existing implant
- A fixed tooth that looks natural and never comes out
At a glance
- Appointments
- Two
- First visit
- An impression
- Looks
- Matched to your teeth
- Lasts
- Many years with good care
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06Tooth replacement
Dentures
Dentures replace missing teeth with a removable set made to fit your mouth. A full denture replaces every tooth in the upper or lower jaw, and a partial denture fills the gaps between the teeth you still have.
Good for
- Several missing teeth, or all of them
- Replacing an old denture that no longer fits
- A removable option instead of implants
At a glance
- Visits
- Usually several
- Numbing
- Not usually needed
- Getting used to it
- A few weeks
- Care
- Cleaned every day
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07Cosmetic care
Cosmetic dentistry
Whitening and porcelain veneers change how your smile looks. It starts with a consultation, where the dentist looks at what you would like to change and talks you through the options.
Good for
- Stains or yellowing
- Chips, small gaps or uneven teeth
- Brightening your smile before a wedding, graduation or photos
Your options
At a glance
- Consultation
- Yes, to start
- Whitening sensitivity
- Can last a few days
- Crowns and fillings
- Do not whiten
- Veneers
- Usually two or more visits
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08Straightening
Invisalign and retainers
Invisalign straightens teeth with a series of clear, removable aligners instead of metal braces. Once your teeth are where you want them, a retainer keeps them from drifting back. Dr. Perez is a certified Invisalign provider and has offered Invisalign for more than seven years.
Good for
- Crowded or gapped teeth
- Teens and adults who would rather not wear braces
- A new or replacement retainer, after braces or aligners
At a glance
- Aligners
- Clear and removable
- Wear
- About 22 hours a day
- Retainers
- Usually worn at night
- Provider
- Certified, 7+ years
Questions about Invisalign or retainers? Call (480) 967-3493 Back to all services
09Protection
Night guards and sports mouthguards
Many people grind or clench their teeth in their sleep without knowing it. A custom night guard is a thin, fitted cover that takes the wear instead of your teeth. We also make custom sports mouthguards, which fit and protect better than store-bought ones.
Good for
- Grinding or clenching at night
- Waking up with a sore jaw, headaches or sensitive teeth
- Protecting worn teeth, crowns and fillings
- Contact sports, with a mouthguard made for your teeth
At a glance
- Visits
- Usually two
- Numbing
- Not needed
- Fit
- Made for your teeth
- Worn
- At night, or for sports
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Book a visit
Not sure which visit you need?
Call or text and describe what is going on. The front desk will help you book the right appointment.