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 Dr. Margaret Valega Dr. D. Timothy Pike |
A Dental Experience Unlike Any Other.
The comfortable, professional atmosphere of Drs. Pike and Valega’s office will be evident as soon as you first arrive. You will be greeted with a smile and be called in for your exam right away. Plus, Drs. Pike and Valega offer amenities that are truly unique for a dental office. Stereo headphones, and blankets keep you relaxed during treatment. Enjoy a refreshing warm towel when you’re finished. There’s even a variety of healthy-living books and magazinezs to peruse in the waiting room. It is exceptional dental care that revolves around you... every step of the way.
Comprehensive Exams and Cleanings.
The foundation of any beautiful smile is good oral health, which is what Drs. Pike and Valega can help you achieve and maintain. They start by conducting a comprehensive dental examination that includes X-rays and an assessment of your oral health. Drs. Pike and Valega will check for cavities, loose crowns or fillings, oral cancer, temporomandibular disorders (TMJ), gum disease and more. One of Drs. Pike and Valega’s experienced and registered hygienists will then perform a gentle cleaning and polishing that will make your teeth feel wonderful and look radiant. We also tailor fluoride treatments and dental sealants to suit our patients’ needs.
Innovative Ways to Enhance Your Smile.
Your smile is one of the most important aspects of your appearance. It is the cornerstone of your expression, not to mention the first thing people notice about you. Drs. Pike and Valega offer many innovative procedures for enhancing, preserving or even restoring your beautiful smile, including:
- Tooth-colored dentistry — Drs. Pike and Valega’s natural-looking fillings will match the color of your teeth. They can also correct chips and flaws with cosmetic bonding.
- Porcelain veneers — These fit over your teeth like protective shields to give your smile a smooth, beautiful and natural appearance. Veneers can also close gaps and straighten misaligned teeth.
- Crowns and bridges — Drs. Pike and Valega offer the most advanced techniques and materials for fabricating crowns and bridges, resulting in teeth that not only function better. They look better, too.
- ZOOM!™ single-visit teeth whitening — With the revolutionary ZOOM!™ teeth whitening system, you can turn up the brightness of your smile in a single office visit!
- At-home teeth whitening — If you would like to brighten your smile in the comfort of your own home, Drs. Pike and Valega offer a very effective at-home teeth whitening system.
- Dental implants — Dental implants are like a second chance at having natural teeth. Dr. Pike performs dental implant surgery, and both he and Dr. Valega can provide you with reliable, permanent implant restorations, which include crowns, bridges, and full or partial dentures.
- Custom fit dentures — Whether you need full or partial dentures, Drs. Pike and Valega create natural-looking tooth replacements that can improve your looks and help you enjoy your favorite foods again.
- Custom fitted appliances — Grinding your teeth while sleeping can cause significant wear and tear on your smile. Fortunately, Drs. Pike and Valega can create a custom appliance to help protect your teeth from the effects of grinding and clenching. They also offer mouthguards to protect your teeth while playing your favorite sports.
- Root canal therapy — Drs. Pike and Valega perform many routine root canals in one or two office visits.
Get a Secure, Confident Smile with Dental Implants.
Dental implants are the base for artificial teeth that look natural and feel secure. The implant procedure requires advanced training and knowledge, both of which Dr. Pike has. He has completed a comprehensive advanced studies program in dental implantology and is an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, one of only a few in MD. Dental implants can be used to replace individual teeth and eliminate the need for removable dentures. Implants can also provide a secure attachment for dentures that will stay in place. Dr. Pike performs both dental implant surgery and prosthesis placement, and his implant restorations are extremely strong and durable.
Keeping your smile healthy.
Left untreated, periodontal (gum) disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. What’s more, scientific evidence suggests that periodontal disease may be related to serious health conditions, including heart disease, stroke, atherosclerosis and premature birth weight. However, Drs. Pike and Valega offer advanced nonsurgical programs to treat gum disease, including scaling and root planing. They can also treat bacteria in deep gum pockets between the teeth and gums with time-released antibiotics.
Drs. Pike and Valega make it easy for you to experience their exceptional, personalized adult dental care.
Some of the conveniences they offer include:
Friendly, professional staff • On time appointments • Convenient hours • Same day emergency appointments • Early morning appointments • State of the art technology • Beautiful office with relaxing views • Easy billing process • Most insurance accepted and filed • Financing plans to fit your budget • Most major credit cards welcome • Nitrous oxide available