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Dentist in Superior, WI Explains Restorative Dentistry

December 12, 2016

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Your dentist in Superior, WI for restorative dentistry.Your teeth are made to last a lifetime with the right care. Unfortunately, over the years, your teeth are likely to become damaged due to various causes. When damage to the teeth occurs, restorative dentistry is needed. Restorative dentistry involves restoring oral health through specialized procedures used to treat specific oral health complications. As a dentist in Superior, WI, Hill Avenue Dental provides complete restorative dentistry services to restore your oral health and functions.
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Tooth Repair with Your Dentist in Superior, WI

March 2, 2016

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dentist in Superior, WIWhen you have a cracked or broken tooth, seeking restoration is essential not only for the appearance of your smile, but for the sake of your oral and general health, too. The question that needs to be answered is what type of restoration is appropriate. That will depend on the kind of damage and the extent of damage. At Hill Avenue Dental, the father and son team of Drs. Doug and Doug Clark will diagnosis the condition of your tooth and recommend the best restorative treatment. Let’s take a look at some of the options that are available from the dentist in Superior, WI.
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Tooth Restoration in Superior, WI, and Duluth, MN Area

February 9, 2016

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tooth restorationA tooth may need to be restored because of either damage or tooth loss. Restoring your tooth is an important step toward not only maintaining your good oral health, but your appearance as well. Obviously, decaying and missing teeth degrade your smile. At Hill Avenue Dental, Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and Dr. Doug Clark, III, specialize in tooth restoration Superior residents depend on for whole and attractive smiles.
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Rebuild Your Smile with Restorative Dentistry in Superior, WI

May 10, 2015

159289454You have always taken very good care of your teeth and gums. Every morning and every night, you brush and floss. You schedule twice yearly dental checkups at Hill Avenue Dental in Superior, WI, so we can help you have a healthy smile. Yet despite all of this good care, you now find yourself needing to “fix a problem.” Whether you need to rebuild a tooth that has decay or replace a tooth that has been knocked out, Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and Dr. Doug Clark III have the restorative dentistry treatment to rejuvenate your smile.

Perhaps the most frequently performed restorative treatment in dentistry is repairing a cavity with a filling. At Hill Avenue Dental, our dentists use tooth-colored composite resin materials when filling a cavity. This material offers several advantages. First and most obvious is that the filling blends in seamlessly with the color of your natural teeth; no one will see a darker spot in your smile. Secondly, a filling with composite resin necessitates less tooth preparation, which means that more of your tooth’s original structure is preserved. Once restored, your tooth will be as strong as one of your natural teeth.

Restoration for Missing Teeth

Whether you have missing teeth because of severe tooth decay, advanced gum disease or a traumatic injury, replacing those teeth is imperative for your oral health as well as your general health. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement that restore a tooth from root to crown. With minor oral surgery, one of our dentists implants a titanium post in your jaw. This acts similarly to the root of a tooth, anchoring the restorative crown and stimulating bone tissue, so there is no loss of bone density or sagging facial muscles.

Call Our Office Today

If your oral health requires you to have a tooth restoration procedure, then call the office Hill Avenue Dental. We serve patients in Superior, WI, as well as from Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota.

Bridge the Gap with Dental Bridges from Hill Avenue Dental

March 24, 2015

180413013If you have a damaged or missing tooth, then you know the consequences are anything but pleasant. Of course, there’s the concern about the appearance of your smile, but beyond that you also may not be able to speak clearly or eat the foods that are part of a nutritious diet, such as raw fruits and vegetables. If you are contending with any of these difficulties, then consider getting a dental bridge from Hill Avenue Dental in Superior, WI.

In addition to the troubles named above, missing teeth can also bring about a change in your bite, cause other teeth to shift out of place, bring on symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), and increase the risk for periodontal disease and tooth decay.

Dental Bridges in Superior, WI

A bridge is a dental prosthetic that fills the space left by one to three missing teeth. This bridge is held securely in place by dental crowns, which are adhesively bonded to the teeth that are on either side of the missing teeth. In turn, these crowns support the pontic, or false tooth or teeth that replace your damaged or missing teeth.

If you are a candidate for a dental bridge, Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. or Dr. Doug Clark III will first need to prep the teeth that support the bridge. If these teeth are decayed or worn down, we may need to restore them before they can be outfitted for crowns.

Next, we’ll take impressions of your teeth in order to create model that will be used to design a bridge that fits perfectly across the gap and matches your bite. A perfect fit is critical in order to avoid any dental health problems down the road. While your bridge is fabricated in our trustworthy dental lab, you’ll wear a temporary bridge so the teeth and gums are protected from damage. When the permanent bridge is ready, simply return to Hill Avenue Dental for one more visit when we’ll fit and cement the bridge in to place.

Schedule an Appointment Today

If you would like to determine whether or not a dental bridge is the right choice to mend your smile, then call Hill Avenue Dental today for a consultation. We serve patients in Superior, WI, as well as from Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota.

Hill Avenue Dental is the Restorative Dentist You Need for Damaged or Missing Teeth

January 25, 2015

134124545If you are contending with teeth that are damaged, or even some teeth that are missing, then you know that none of the consequences are good ones. The activities you used to take for granted—eating, speaking and smiling—are suddenly difficult. To say nothing of the consequences to your self-esteem. Fortunately, there is a restorative dentist in Superior, WI, that can help. Dr. Doug Clark, Jr. and Dr. Doug Clark III at Hill Avenue Dental are highly trained and experienced in a number of restorative dentistry procedures that will revive your smile and you!

CEREC One-Visit Crowns

When a tooth is damaged because of severe decay or a deep fracture, the need for repair is immediate, not only for the sake of your smile, but to protect the remaining tooth, as well. Nothing is more immediate than a CEREC one-visit crown. Our CEREC, or Chairside Economic Restorations of Esthetic Ceramics, machine allows us to fit, create, and place your crown in just a single appointment. Made of porcelain, a CEREC crown gives you the natural appearance you want.

Root Canal Therapy

For a tooth that is causing you pain and discomfort because of an infection inside the tooth, Dr. Clark or Dr. Clark will perform root canal therapy. During this pain free procedure, the infected soft tissue and any accompanying debris is removed and the canals are filled with a biocompatible material. The remaining tooth structure is then fitted with a crown for protection.

Dental Implants and Fixed Bridges

If you are missing one or more teeth, then our dentists will likely recommend either a dental implant or fixed bridge to replace those teeth. A dental implant is comprised of a titanium post that is surgically implanted in the bone beneath the open socket of your missing tooth, and the abutment and crown that are attached to the post. As such, an implant closely mimics a real tooth with a root and crown.

A fixed bridge is another tooth replacement option. This, as the name implies, bridges the gap over missing teeth. The teeth on either side of the gap are usually fitted with crowns in order to anchor the false tooth that fills the gap.

Schedule an Appointment Today

Don’t put up with damaged or missing teeth. Call Hill Avenue Dental for the restorative dentist Superior, WI, trusts. We also conveniently serve patients from Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota.

Restore Your Smile in 2015 with New Dental Implants from Dr. Clark in Superior, WI

December 24, 2014

122407402Are you facing a tooth replacement decision? With the many choices available for modern tooth restoration, deciding which method will work best for you can be confusing. However, many patients have found that their concerns are addressed, and their expectations are exceeded when they decide to replace their teeth with dental implants. Dental implants are fast becoming the most popular choice for patients seeking to escape the encumbrances of ill fitting dentures or untreated tooth loss. To discover how dental implants could improve your quality of life, make an appointment with Dr. Clark today for a personalized dental implants consultation. Hill Avenue Dental is the leading local destination for dental implants procedures. Dr. Clark renews smiles daily throughout Superior, WI, Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, and the surrounding communities.

What Happens During a Dental Implants Procedure?

  • First, a detailed evaluation and treatment plan is prescribed by Dr. Clark.
  • Next your implant(s) will be placed gently below your gum line in a single visit.
  • The implants will need time to heal and fuse with your jaw bone (usually for 3 to 6 months). During this time, you will need to wear a modified or  temporary denture or dental bridge
  • After your implant has fully healed, a small metal post (abutment) will be attached. This segment will be used to secure your denture or dental crown to the implant.
  • Finally, your new replacement teeth can be crafted and fitted. Total treatment time for most dental implants is typically between 5 and 8 months.

What Are The Advantages of Dental Implants Placement?

Dental implants are versatile. They can be used to replace an entire lower or upper denture, a partial denture, fixed bridgework, or a single missing tooth. Dental implants anchor your tooth replacement, eliminating embarrassing and uncomfortable slippage and shifting. They actually replace your missing tooth’s root, so they preserve your remaining jawbone density, to prevent premature aging. They can be cared for just as if they were your natural teeth, they never decay, and they can last a lifetime with proper oral maintenance. Implants can enhance overall oral functioning and fully restore the feeling of natural teeth.

Superior Dental Implants Appointments

If a patient is well enough to undergo fixed bridgework or routine oral surgery, they should be eligible to undergo a dental implants procedure. However, the density and location of available bone is usually the major determinant of a good implant candidate. Make your dental implants appointment with Dr. Clark today. Hill Avenue Dental performs expert dental implants procedures daily for patients throughout Superior, WI, Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, and nearby areas.

Enjoy Faster Dental Appointments with CEREC One Visit Crowns

December 23, 2014

177510812Sometimes, it’s hard to make time for the dental care you need. Dr. Clark understands this. That’s why Hill Avenue Dental now offers complete tooth restorations in just one short office visit using CEREC CAD/CAM (computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing) equipment. CEREC (Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics) is an innovative dental technology that enables Dr. Clark to design, fabricate, and fit a new custom dental crown or veneer faster than ever before. This procedure would normally take at least two office visits over several weeks to complete. With CEREC one visit crowns from Hill Avenue Dental, you can fully restore a damaged tooth; and be in and out and on with your day. Schedule your CEREC one visit crowns appointment with Dr. Clark today. Hill Avenue Dental proudly restores smile daily throughout Superior, WI, Duluth, Douglas County, and the surrounding Northern Wisconsin and Northeastern Minnesota communities.

How Are CEREC One Visit Crowns Made?

First, Dr. Clark will prepare your tooth for fitting. But instead of using a messy dental putty mold, he will take a digital impression of your tooth. This imaging is then converted into a 3D computerized model, which is used to guide the design of your new restoration. This information is sent to an in-house milling machine, which then fabricates your new tooth out of a high-quality ceramic block. The milling process can take under an hour. Once your new crown is milled, Dr. Clark may stain it to match your surrounding teeth, and polish and glaze it, before cementing it into place over your prepared tooth.

Why Choose CEREC One Visit Crowns?

  • With CEREC one visit crowns, you will only need to take one day away from work to have the procedure completed; instead of several days for several visits. Having fewer appointments can also reduce the expense of your procedure.
  • Because the entire procedure can be carried out within an hour, you will only need one set of anesthetic injections.
  • Because CEREC crowns are designed and fabricated in house, you have more control over the outcome of your treatment.
  • You won’t have to wear a temporary crown while waiting for your new restoration.

Superior CEREC One Visit Crowns Appointments

Hill Avenue Dental can save you time and money with new CEREC one visit crowns. Make an appointment with Dr. Clark today for the efficient, quality dental treatment you deserve. Hill Avenue dental delivers patient centered care daily throughout Superior, WI, Duluth, Douglas County, Northern Wisconsin, Northeastern Minnesota, and nearby areas.

Have A Fuller Smile with Crown & Bridge Therapy

June 25, 2014

With summer knocking at your door, many people are doing everything they can to make sure they look their absolute best for the summer season. Whether it is buying the best food for the barbecue or going to the gym to get ready for the beach, many people want to have as much fun and feel as confident as possible inside and out. If you have teeth missing from your smile, you may find it difficult to find confidence in the way you look. You are sure to reconnect with old friends and meet many new people this summer season, so making the best impression is important. Dr. Doug Clark and Dr. H. Douglas Clark understand the struggle their patients go through when they have teeth missing from their smile, and they are able to give their patients the smile they have always wanted using crown & bridge therapy.
A crown, also known as a dental cap, is placed atop an existing tooth as to prevent it from any further harm or damage. Looking exactly like natural teeth, crowns are able to give you a healthy, beautiful smile without looking unnatural. There are many reasons why someone would need a crown, such as a cavity that as gone awry and a filling would not be able to take care of the issue. Crowns are also excellent for cracked or fractured teeth, after root canal therapy, or to keep a fixed bridge into place.
Bridges are used to replace a missing tooth, or a row of teeth, kept in place by crowns affixed to remaining teeth. The important thing with bridgesis that you must have healthy, stable teeth to act as anchors to keep the bridge properly in place.  Because bridges are not able to be moved, you do not have to worry about it moving out of place, being able to enjoy the security of your smile at all times.
If you are curious about crowns and bridges and how Drs. Clark can help give you a great looking smile in no time, please contact our office and make an appointment! We would love to see you, and will be more than happy to help!

Contact our office in Superior, WI today and schedule your appointment with our caring, experienced doctors. We look forward to completely transforming the way you look at your smile, allowing you to open up fully to the world and the people who are important to you. Our family-friendly office proudly serves patients from throughout Superior, Northeastern Minnesota, Douglas County, Duluth, Northern Wisconsin, and beyond. 

Rebuild Your Smile and Experience a Renewed Sense of Self-Confidence with Dental Implants in Superior, WI

October 28, 2013


Out of all the dental injuries a person can experience throughout their lifetime, losing a tooth is often considered to be one of the most devastating. After all, it has dire effects on several aspects of your life. Patients who find themselves with one or more sudden gaps in their smile often find it difficult to interact with their friends or coworkers for fear of being ridiculed or humiliated. Even worse, missing teeth can lead to a number of additional oral health problems, such as an increased risk of periodontal disease, exacerbated misalignments as teeth shift and twist to fill the open space, and additional tooth loss. Thankfully, there are a number of tooth replacement options available, and Drs. Clark and Clark at Hill Avenue Dentalare happy to offer the most durable and lifelike choice available today: dental implants. Experience the care and much-needed support for your smile you’ve been searching for at our Superiorpractice! 
What are dental implants? 
While other tooth replacement options tend to only offer a replacement for your lost crowns (the visible section), dental implants are a step above in that they effectively replicate the entire structure of your tooth, including the root. This keeps you from experiencing any jawbone deterioration (a common concern when using bridges or dentures) and provides a solid, sturdy foundation for your brand new pearly white.
How does the dental implants process work?
First, a trusted surgeon will place a small, titanium post into your empty socket; this will serve as your new root. Then, once an appropriate amount of time has passed for your soft tissue to successfully fuse with this new addition and heal, you’ll return to our Superior office so that Dr. Clark can place your beautiful, new crown, completing the procedure. With dental implants, you’ll experience an enhanced appearance, a renewed feeling of stability and sturdiness, and a beautifully whole smile! 
ContactHill Avenue Dental today to schedule an appointment! Drs. Clark and Clarkare committed to providing thorough, personalized dental care that leaves patients with happier and healthier teeth than ever before. In addition to Superior, we also serve the Douglas County and Northern Wisconsin areas, as well as Duluth and other parts of Northeastern Minnesota.  
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