Screening for Oral Cancer at Every Check-Up

Screening for Oral Cancer

Oral cancer is a serious affliction that takes the life of one American every hour. This statistic has remained consistent for 40 years. But with early identification of unusual tissue within the mouth, statistics have also shown there is a 90% cure rate for this cancer. We provide this easy and quick screening at every check-up. If we see any areas of concern, you will be referred to an oral surgeon for additional examination.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

A Full Smile With Dental Implants!

Even One Missing Tooth Can Cause Problems

A missing tooth is a concern because it can escalate into other problems. Even just one missing tooth can affect the surrounding teeth to loosen or shift. The more teeth you have missing, the more it interferes with your chewing capabilities, which may mean you absorb fewer nutrients from your meals. Not having a full smile can give you an aged look, and the resultant bone loss allows facial sagging to also make you look older than you are. Speaking can be embarrassing when pronunciation isn't clear. Weight gain can result when softer, easier to eat foods are consumed more often.

We recommend dental implants for every missing tooth, no matter where the gap is. They look just like real teeth and let you chew every type of food without worry. Once again, you will get the most nutrition from your meals and be able to smile with confidence.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Dental Intra-Oral Video Cameras

A Camera That Lets You See Your Problem Areas

Our patients appreciate becoming part of the team so they can make decisions for their best dental health. Through the use of the intra-oral video camera, a close-up picture of the inside of your mouth is provided. It allows patients to get a good look at what's going on with their teeth and gums. They can see which areas are fine as well as those that need treatment.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Advancements in Dental Technology

A Smooth New Approach to Dental Cleanings

With advancements in dental technology, we can now clean your teeth and the deep pockets at the gumline with little or no discomfort. We use the Piezo Scaler™, which emits high-frequency vibrations to easily and efficiently remove the build-up of plaque and tartar. It does its job faster than regular hand-scaling instruments and like so many of our other patients, you will be amazed how clean your teeth feel!

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Custom Dental Mouthguards

Prevent Tooth Loss from Injury or Trauma to Your Mouth

Don't become a tooth loss statistic from sports involvement. Every year approximately 5 million teeth are lost due to trauma and injury to the mouth while playing sports. These traumatic injuries can be prevented by wearing a custom-made mouthguard. We fit patients for upper and lower mouthguards to provide maximum protection against tooth loss. The mouthguards sold in stores neither fit as they should nor effectively protect your teeth.

The American Dental Association recommends wearing custom mouthguards for the following sports: acrobatics, basketball, boxing, field hockey, football, gymnastics, handball, ice hockey, lacrosse, martial arts, racquetball, roller hockey, rugby, shotputting, skateboarding, skiing, skydiving, soccer, squash, surfing, volleyball, water polo, weight lifting, and wrestling.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Early Treatment for Gum Disease

The Importance of Seeking Early Treatment for Gum Disease

Seeking treatment at the first signs of infected gums means surgery can often be avoided. There are nonsurgical options that are proven to work painlessly and effectively to return the gums to a healthy state. If you wait until the problem is severe, surgery may be the only solution. Most dental insurance plans have provisions for both options.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Children's Dentistry

Our Dentists Care for Your Children's Health Just Like Their Pediatrician Does

We want children to have the best dental health to keep their natural teeth for a lifetime. As their teeth tend to develop cavities more easily than adults' teeth, we emphasize the importance of proper cleaning every day. Until they develop good habits in caring for their teeth, we encourage parents to participate while they brush and floss.

One of the reasons children develop cavities so easily is because of eating throughout the day, referred to as grazing. Every time food is chewed, acid is produced in the mouth. If teeth are not cleaned properly each day, the acid will continue to bathe the teeth. Sticky plaque develops and eventually hardens into tartar. Once this happens, it is beyond getting the teeth clean with a toothbrush. As more food is eaten, more acid is produced, allowing a greater number of cavities to develop at a faster rate. To combat this problem, we encourage thorough brushing each day, more nutritious food choices, and one application of a dental varnish. These three improvements will greatly guard against the onset of permanent damage that will necessitate a filling or crown.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Custom Made Mouthguards

Prevent Tooth Loss from Injury or Trauma to Your Mouth

Don't become a tooth loss statistic from sports involvement. Every year approximately 5 million teeth are lost due to trauma and injury to the mouth while playing sports. These traumatic injuries can be prevented by wearing a custom-made mouthguard. We fit patients for upper and lower mouthguards to provide maximum protection against tooth loss. The mouthguards sold in stores neither fit as they should nor effectively protect your teeth.

The American Dental Association recommends wearing custom mouthguards for the following sports: acrobatics, basketball, boxing, field hockey, football, gymnastics, handball, ice hockey, lacrosse, martial arts, racquetball, roller hockey, rugby, shotputting, skateboarding, skiing, skydiving, soccer, squash, surfing, volleyball, water polo, weight lifting, and wrestling.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Dental Root Canal Therapy

Root Canals are Very Manageable

Extracting a tooth should be prevented, if at all possible. Root canal therapy can save a tooth and keep it fully functioning. In the past, patients have dreaded this treatment. But with today's advancements in treatment and the latest anesthetics, it is now much easier for a patient. Our doctors are very experienced in this procedure of removing the interior pulp of the tooth and replacing it with a special material to secure the tooth in place. It is different from filling material for a cavity and will return the tooth to full chewing capabilities. Having your natural tooth left in your dental arch will give you a complete smile and prevent other dental problems from occurring.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Dental Gum Disease Linked to Other Health Problems

Other Health Problems from Gum Disease

Medical research has linked gum disease to life-threatening health problems such as stroke, heart disease, and diabetes. Dentists are very concerned about this bacterial infection that travels through the bloodstream and affects vital organs to initiate or worsen other health problems. As the American Dental Association has estimated that over three-quarters of the adult population suffers from gum infections, this problem has reached a percentage that can qualify as a national epidemic.

Additionally, the American Academy of Periodontology reports that "Studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases."

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com

Digital Dental X-rays

Digital Technology for X-rays

We take X-rays using digital technology. This means there is no waiting time for film to develop, no pollution to the environment from chemicals that were used in the traditional process, and 75% less radiation exposure than with the conventional method. By simply placing a digital sensor in your mouth, we can view a specific area or have a panoramic image of your mouth to see both upper and lower jaws in one shot.

Northside Dental Group  
David Henry, DMD 
William L. Boteler, DDS 
Thomas L. Jones, Jr., DDS 
550 East Northside Dr. 
Clinton, MS 39056  
(601) 924-1555  
NorthsideDentalGroup.com