Creve Coeur Dentist, St. Louis Dentist - Schuman Center

Emergency Dental

schuman — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 01:19:46 +0000

If you have a toothache, a swollen face, a broken tooth or have lost a filling or a crown or you are bleeding after having a tooth out, you have a dental emergency and need to see a dentist not a doctor.

If you feel that you need to see a dentist immediately in Creve Coeur, call Dr. Schuman who specializes in emergency treatment and pain relief.

If you’re in pain and can’t wait for relief, we’ll try to schedule an appointment right away – even on Sundays or late at night. (314) 432-1444

TMJ Treatment

schuman — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 19:49:56 +0000

“TMJ” is an acronym for temporomandibular joint, that is to say, the jaw joint. The temporomandibular joints are the joints in front of the ears attaching the lower jaw to the skull. They are essential to daily jaw functions such as opening and closing your mouth, chewing and speaking.

Implants & Oral Surgery

schuman — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:38:29 +0000

The implant team usually includes either a periodontist or an oral and maxillofacial surgeon who implants the posts into the patient’s mouth, and a prosthodontist who designs and fits the replacement teeth or permanent bridge. At the first appointment, we use an X-ray to determine if the jaw bone is adequate to hold the titanium posts. Models of the mouth are often made using a soft, pliable plastic compound. These models show where the gaps are located and provide measurements for a replacement tooth or a bridge. Treatment with dental implants is complicated and takes pains-taking planning for best results.

Crowns & Bridges

schuman — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:38:08 +0000

A crown is a prosthetic postioned over a tooth to create a smoother look and enhance strength and durability. When a tooth is cracked, has an old filling, or is severely decayed, the placement of a crown is often recommended. Crowns strengthen and protect the remaining tooth structure and can improve the appearance of your smile. Types of crowns include the full porcelain crown (ideal for use on the front teeth), the porcelain-fused-to-metal crown and the all-metal crown (ideal for use on the back teeth)

Cosmetic Dentistry

schuman — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:37:11 +0000

It is our goal at The Schuman Center to provide you with something to smile about. We want you to look and feel your best, so that you can smile with confidence. You may be unhappy with your teeth because they are chipped, crooked, or discolored. Perhaps you are missing a tooth. Whatever the reason, let Dr. Schuman and his team assess your smile and discuss what can be done to give you the beauty you are looking for. Thanks to modern advances in cosmetic dental treatment, it is easier than ever before to create the look you seek. Cosmetic procedures include:

Botox

schuman — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:13:07 +0000

While Botox is usually associated with cosmetic surgeons, dentists do use this product, as well. In some cases, the use may be cosmetic but, in others, its application is therapeutic. Long before Botox came to the forefront of the public mind because of its association with removing lines on the face and other signs of aging, it was used to treat conditions which were far more than cosmetic. It has been used to treat spasms and other conditions which are oftentimes painful and debilitating.