Our dentist office in Cincinnati provides patients with results they will enjoy for years to come. Using veneers and LUMINEERS®, our patients are able to finally get the smiles they have always wished for.

The Cost of Veneers

The cost of getting veneers will vary depending on the individual. The patient’s individual needs play a large role in determining the final cost of the treatment required to get the results he or she desires.

Are Veneers Worth the Investment?

Veneers are not a treatment used to improve a patient’s dental health – they are solely a cosmetic treatment used to enhance the patient’s appearance. Because veneers are not a “must,” some patients wonder whether they are worth the investment.

• We believe that veneers are certainly worth the cost. Patients who improve their smiles with veneers tend to see improvements in other areas of their lives. They are more confident in social situations, business settings, and their day-to-day lives.

• People who love the way their smiles look tend to smile more. We believe everyone deserves a smile worthy of showing off, which is why we provide treatments such as veneers.

Getting Veneers at the Dental Health Center

We offer three main types of veneers: porcelain veneers, no-prep veneers, and LUMINEERS.

• Our porcelain veneers are custom-created by one of the best dental technicians in the U.S. They are applied to the fronts of the teeth after light preparation and provide beautiful results.

• No-prep veneers do not require any preparation of the tooth before application, meaning the tooth’s surface does not have to be removed before the veneers are attached.

• LUMINEERS are a very popular brand of high-quality veneers. Patients choose them because they provide beautiful results and do not require tooth preparation. LUMINEERS also cost less than traditional porcelain veneers.

The condition of your smile largely impacts the appearance of your entire face. If there are aspects of your smile that you are unhappy with, it is time to explore your options for improving your smile with cosmetic dentistry.

For many people, veneers are the best option for covering smile imperfections and obtaining a smile they are happy to show. Schedule your free veneers consultation at the Dental Health Center to learn about how veneers can drastically improve your smile.

If you are ready to straighten your teeth once and for all, Cincinnati cosmetic dentist, Dr. Hedge, offers Invisalign® adult braces.

Also, if you are ready to take the plunge and straighten your teeth, Dr. Hedge is here to answer any and all of your questions. During your complimentary consultation, he welcomes your questions regarding Invisalign or any other cosmetic and general dentistry service he offers.

He is on your side when it comes to receiving exceptional dental care. Dr. Hedge loves creating beautiful, strong smiles, and he is ready to create yours, too!

Still deciding to get Invisalign or not?

Do you feel that you are swaying back and forth in your decision to get Invisalign? If it’s because you don’t have all of the facts, Dr. Hedge will definitely help you! He wants you to make an educated, well-informed decision regarding your dental care.

• Dr. Hedge will help you understand the advantages and disadvantages of clear braces.
• Dr. Hedge will give you information and details regarding the differences and similarities between Invisalign and traditional braces.
• Dr. Hedge will speak with you regarding your smile goals, and how you think and feel regarding traditional braces versus Invisalign clear braces.
• You and Dr. Hedge can decide together whether or not you can fully benefit from Invisalign, or if orthodontic braces would be best for your situation.

As you can see, Dr. Hedge is committed to giving you ultimate, top-notch dental treatment, and that includes disclosing the details you need to make an informed decision about straightening your teeth, and getting the smile of your dreams.

Did your teeth shift after getting traditional braces?

Several of our patients have already straightened their teeth with traditional braces in the past. However, many years later they realize that their teeth gradually shifted into a crooked position. Granted, their teeth are not as crooked as they once were before traditional braces, but their teeth shifted just enough to be bothersome when they smile.

• Fortunately for these patients, Invisalign adult braces can be the absolute perfect teeth straightening solution.
• In fact, the makers of Invisalign, Align Technology, devised another product called Invisalign® Express for patients who require only minimal teeth repositioning, such as the example aforementioned.

Therefore, those who received traditional braces in the past can choose among Invisalign and Invisalign Express to straighten their teeth.

Is Invisalign right for you?

So if you’re ready to straighten your teeth with Invisalign adult braces, Dr. Tom Hedge has your solution! Here at our Cincinnati dentist office, we are confident that you will absolutely love your new smile filled with straight teeth. All you have to do is get started with a complimentary consultation to learn if Invisalign is right for you.

Dental anxiety

Reducing Dental Anxiety

• Dental anxiety is dangerous to the health of your teeth and gums. Many people avoid going to the dentist because they are afraid. Not going in for regular checkups often leads to undetected decay, which will cause serious problems.

• Sedation dentistry is the use of medication to help the patient relax during dental appointments. Dr. Hedge practices sedation dentistry in Cincinnati, making it easier for patients to get the quality dental care they need.

How Can a Sedation Dentist Help You?

• If you are suffering from dental anxiety, it’s time to see a sedation dentist. Patients who are sedated feel much more calm while they are in the dentist’s chair.

• Sedation can also help reduce your nerves before your appointment begins. With oral conscious sedation, patients can take a pill the night before the appointment to help them relax and get a good night’s sleep, and then take another before the appointment the next day.

• There are three main types of sedation: nitrous oxide, oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation. Each works to prevent the patient from feeling significant pain and/or anxiety. Dr. Hedge can determine which sedation method will work best for you depending on the procedure that is being done and your anxiety level.

Using Sedation Dentistry

• Sedation dentistry does not necessarily put the patient to sleep; instead, it just makes him or her feel very calm and relaxed.

• Many of our patients say they actually remember very little about the appointment. Time seems to go by much more quickly while the patient is sedated. While the patient is conscious during the appointment, many say they remember very little about the procedure.

• One major benefit of sedation dentistry is that it allows the dentist to do his or her very best work without worrying about the patient’s comfort. This can lead to faster appointments and possibly even fewer appointments.

Do not let dental anxiety prevent you from getting crucial dental care. Dr. Hedge is a sedation dentist in Cincinnati who can help you relax, making your appointment a much more pleasant experience.

We understand how you feel, but the good news is that you don’t have to feel confused or be in pain any longer! That’s because we offer safe, effective TMJ treatment in Cincinnati!

How do you diagnose TMJ disorder?

Once you come in for your complimentary consultation, our TMJ dentist will help you determine whether or not TMJ disorder exists in your situation.

There are two major steps when evaluating a patient for TMJ: extracting an accurate medical history from the patient, and taking digital x-rays, if needed.

So that you are as prepared as possible when you come in for your evaluation, our dentist will typically ask you some of the following questions pertaining to your medical history:

• Do you grind or clench your teeth?
• Do you chew or bite on any other hard items while you are awake (i.e. pens, pencils, etc)?
• How often and how long do you chew gum, if at all?
• What does the pain you are experiencing feel like (i.e aching, stabbing, throbbing, discomfort, etc)?
• When you experience this pain or discomfort, how long does it usually last for? Does it come and go, or is it constant pain?
• Do currently do anything or take anything to alleviate the pain? Does that help at all?
• Is there anything that you do that makes the pain worse?
• Which areas do you experience the most pain?

To also evaluate your jaw condition, I will also perform a physical examination of your face, neck, head, and TMJ joints. In doing so, I am able to assess:

• Where the exact locations are in which you are experiencing pain
• If and where you experience classic TMJ symptoms, such as popping and clicking
• The level of pain you are experiencing depending on the location of your jaw
• To what extent, if at all, your teeth are damaged (typically from grinding your teeth– called bruxism)
• Whether or not you are experiencing sore or tender jaw muscles (the muscles that work when you chew food, open your mouth, etc)
• The way in which your teeth fit together when you bite down (if you have an overbite, normal bite, etc)

After this critical first step in TMJ diagnosis is completed, I will take digital x-rays, if needed. Digital x-rays are especially useful in this situation because we are able to view your entire jaw area when we take a panoramic snapshot. This allows me to see any other abnormalities that didn’t show up in the physical exam and medical history.

What are the options for TMJ treatment in Cincinnati?

After the evaluation, if TMJ is diagnosed, we offer safe and effective TMJ treatment so that you can find relief as quickly as possible. We know the symptoms are painful and quite annoying, which is why we offer TMJ therapy to patients.

It is best to get evaluated right away if you suspect TMJ because the longer it persists, the more pain you’re going to be in, and the more damage you will be causing to your teeth, your jaw, and your overall health.

If you are ready to stop the headaches and improve your life with TMJ treatment in Cincinnati, dentist Dr. Hedge is surely ready to help you! Scheduling your complimentary consultation will bring you one step closer to relieving your TMJ pain, headaches, and migraines. It’s time to finally get the relief you deserve!

Now, there is a more economical and effective treatment option for people with minor alignment issues: the Invisalign Express 5 system. Invisalign Express 5 is a less costly way to correct slight misalignments and create a perfect smile.

Invisalign Express 5: A New System for Straighter Teeth

• Invisalign Express 5 is a new treatment used to treat minor issues of crowding or spacing. It is ideal for people whose teeth need some minor correction but do not need the full Invisalign system.

• This system is designed for patients whose treatments require 5 or fewer stages of Invisalign aligners. Rather than paying for the entire Invisalign system, the patient can use Invisalign Express 5 and pay for only the aligners they need to correct their smiles.

Why Invisalign Express 5?

• Many people have trouble justifying paying for Invisalign if their teeth need only minor correction. This often prevents them from getting the treatment they need to perfect their smiles. Because the Invisalign Express 5 system involves less treatment than the original system, the patient pays less for the treatment.

• Invisalign Express 5 can also be a great option for someone who has had braces or other orthodontic devices in the past and has since experienced shifting. This system can push the teeth back to where they were the day the braces were removed.

• Invisalign Express 5 is made of the same smooth, comfortable, and high-quality plastic as the other systems by Invisalign that Cincinnati patients trust.

• Like other Invisalign aligners, Invisalign Express 5 aligners apply force to move the teeth to the exact desired location. They are custom created for your mouth after Dr. Hedge creates a plan to move your teeth perfectly into place.

• The Invisalign Express 5 aligners are removable and do not interfere with your daily life. You can take them out when you are eating or when you are at a social event.

• The aligners are not noticeable to others – in fact, they are virtually invisible.

Invisalign Express 5 Cost

• Cost is, of course, a determining factor for many people who are deciding which dental treatments they will use. Invisalign Express 5 is a more affordable option for those who wish to straighten their teeth and only need a small amount of correction.

• The Invisalign Express 5 system was designed to be a more cost-effective solution for minor misalignments. Our office understands that dental treatment can be expensive, which is why we offer our patients this new system.

• Our office now offers the Invisalign Express 5 system for only $1900, making it a more budget-friendly option for a straighter smile.

Your Cincinnati Invisalign dentist can now help you get a straighter smile at a lower price! We invite you to come in for a complimentary consultation with cosmetic dentist Dr. Hedge to learn more about your options for straightening your smile. If you have slight misalignments you would like to correct, you may be the perfect candidate for the new Invisalign Express 5 treatment.

Temoromandibular joint pain is not as simple as migraine headaches. With temporomandibular joint pain, your soreness and headaches can be extremely debilitating.

However, if you suspect that you may have TMJ, our Cincinnati dentist at Dental Health Center can provide you with temporomandibular joint pain treatment .

What is the Temporomandibular Joint?

The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jawbone. It is the joint that allows you to open and close your mouth, and if damaged, it can cause severe pain.

What is TMJ Disorder?

TMJ disorder is caused by damage to your temporomandibular joint. Damage to this joint can result in a displacement of the cartilage, which can lead to a number of unpleasant symptoms.

The Symptoms of TMJ

There are several symptoms associated with TMJ. You might write off many of these signs as simple inconveniences, but if you have one or more of these symptoms, you could be suffering from TMJ disorder.

The symptoms of TMJ disorder include:

• Migraine headaches
• Severe jaw pain
• A locked jaw
• Difficulty opening and closing your jaw
• Jaw popping and clicking
• Persistent soreness in your jaw

If you have these symptoms, it is absolutely essential that you seek treatment from an experienced TMJ dentist. Your TMJ dentist can help illuminate the causes of this disorder, and offer available joint pain treatment options.

The Causes of TMJ Disorder

TMJ disorder is linked to several different causes. Some of these are preventable and some are not. Just a few of the causes of TMJ disorder are:

• Trauma to your mouth or jaw
• Grinding your teeth
• High amounts of stress and other psychological problems
• Misalignment of your bite
• Development of arthritis

Although TMJ is a serious disorder, there are viable treatment options available to help relieve your temporomandibular joint pain.

Methods of Treatment for Temporomandibular Joint Pain

If you seek treatment from a qualified TMJ treatment dentist, he or she will help you find the best solution for your TMJ disorder. A TMJ treatment dentist will offer several different options for the treatment of temporomandibular pain. These treatment options include:

• Lifestyle adjustments
• Stress management strategies
• A mandibular bite adjustment appliance

Regardless of how severe your TMJ disorder is, you can rest assured that if you choose the right TMJ treatment dentists for your temporomandibular pain, you will soon experience relief.

Temporomandibular Joint Pain Treatment in Cincinnati

If you’re looking for relief from TMJ, Dr. Tom Hedge at Dental Health Center is here to help you. Dr. Hedge has years of experience in the treatment of TMJ, and he will undoubtedly find the best solution to help you relieve your temporomandibular joint pain.

For a complimentary consultation about joint pain treatment in Cincinnati, call Dental Health Center today at 513-392-4598.

Occlusal disease is a more serious condition than a simple grinding of the teeth. Occlusal disease can be more destructive than periodontal disease, and is often a leading cause of tooth loss and other dental problems.

This condition is very hard to detect, and many patients experience the destructive symptoms of this condition without ever knowing that they have it. Well, if you are in need of assistance with your teeth grinding, our Cincinnati dentist can help through the use of the Tekscan® dental appliance.

What is Occlusal Disease?

Occlusal disease refers to an abnormal bite. Occlusion is the manner in which your teeth bite together. In an optimal situation, all of your teeth should bite together at the same time with an equal force. When this does not occur, your bite is unbalanced.

This condition can result in a plethora of problems. These include:

• Damage to restorations, such as crowns and bridges
• Fractures in your teeth
• Receding gums
• Loose teeth
• Oral pain
• Nighttime grinding of the teeth
• Headaches
• Tooth sensitivity

What are the Symptoms of This Disorder?

The symptoms associated with occlusal disease include:

• Headaches
• Stiffness in your jaw
• Sensitive teeth
• Neck pain
• Back pain

Therefore, high-quality treatment for this disorder from your dentist can both alleviate your painful symptoms, and prevent future, complex dental problems through a clinical bite adjustment.

Tekscan® Treatment From Our Cincinnati T-Scan® Dentist

At Dental Health Center, our dentist can use the latest technology to detect and diagnose this disorder. This technology is a Tekscan® device. The Tekscan® will allow Dr. Hedge to detect this disorder through a bite force measurement, diagnose this disorder, and design an individualized treatment plan to remedy all of the negative effects of this disorder.

With the T-Scan® occlusal analysis system, our dentist is able to accurately analyze your bite, demonstrating which areas are problematic.

The Tekscan® system works in the following ways:

• You will bite down on a thin sensor.
• The software will display the timing of contacts and the levels of force in a dynamic bite.
• This will show your bite from beginning to end, illuminating everything that is happening in between.
• Your problems will be visualized before you leave our office.

Our Cincinnati Tekscan® dentist will then be able to design a treatment plan that will effectively remedy all of the problems associated with this disorder.

If you’re in need of treatment for occlusal disease, Dr. Tom Hedge at our Cincinnati dental practice would love to help you. For a complimentary consultation about T-Scan® analysis and occlusal disorder, call us today at 513-392-4598.

At Dental Health Center, our Cincinnati sleep apnea doctors want your treatment to be affordable. That’s why we do our very best to offer you a low co-pay for your sleep apnea treatment!

The Importance of Sleep Apnea Treatment

Many individuals do not realize the importance of dental sleep apnea treatment for their snoring problems. Sleep apnea is a more serious condition than common snoring.

Snoring stems from a partial blockage of the airway, whereas sleep apnea stems from a complete blockage of the airway while you sleep.

This complete blockage of the airway causes a deprivation of oxygen, thereby leading to a number of health risks.

Some of the many health risks associated with sleep apnea include:

• Heart attacks
• Irregular heartbeats
• Impotence
• High blood pressure
• Heartburn
• Stroke
• Morning headaches
• Dry mouth
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease
• Depression
• Impaired concentration
• Decreased libido
• Irritability

Some of these conditions may seem like minor inconveniences, however some of these conditions can be life-threatening. Therefore, it is of utmost importance that you seek help from some of the top sleep apnea dentists Cincinnati has to offer.

Remember, there is relief for sleep apnea treatment. This treatment is a SomnoMed® sleep apnea dental appliance.

How SomnoMed® Sleep Apnea Treatment Can Help You

SomnoMed® sleep apnea treatment is one of the latest innovations in snoring treatment. A SomnoMed® dental appliance is an easy to use dental device that can completely remedy your sleep apnea problems, giving you a good night’s sleep, while also preventing any serious health conditions.

A SomnoMed® sleep apnea dental appliance works in the following ways:

• It advances the lower jaw forward
• It uses upper and lower dental plates with a unique patented fin-coupling mechanism to open up your airways

By opening up your airways, your obstructive sleep apnea can be completely relieved. Therefore, let our sleep apnea treatment doctors give you the relief you deserve.

Affordable Sleep Apnea Treatment With Our Co-Pay

At Dental Health Center, our sleep apnea dentist, Dr. Tom Hedge, believes that sleep apnea treatment should not be exclusive. For patients who have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, sleep apnea treatment should be available at an affordable rate. This is why our Cincinnati cosmetic dentists offer an affordable co-pay for diagnosed patients with health insurance coverage.

With our affordable co-pay options, you can cure your sleep apnea for only a $650 co-pay! If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea, that’s a small price to pay for the relief you’ll experience, and the health risks you’ll avoid with SomnoMed® sleep apnea treatment.

Choosing Our Sleep Apnea Doctors

If you’re ready to experience relief for your sleep apnea, don’t hesitate to choose Dr. Tom Hedge at Cincinnati’s Dental Health Center. He and his trained staff can offer you incredible sleep apnea relief with an affordable co-pay. For a complimentary consultation about sleep apnea treatment in Cincinnati, call Dr. Tom Hedge at Dental Health Center today at 513-392-4598.

As such, we sometimes recommend dental veneers if we think they are a good candidate. Here, Dr. Thomas Hedge will elaborate on the reasons to choose veneers in Cincinnati at the Dental Health Center!

The art within the science of dentistry

• When patients complain of severely stained teeth or gaps between their teeth, sometimes the best cosmetic dentistry treatment option is porcelain veneers. During the veneers procedure, Dr. Hedge will: Create what is called a “wax-up” on models of patient’s teeth. Developing the wax-up allows Dr. Hedge to choose the best proportion and size for the veneers. The wax-up also serves as a helpful blueprint when he creates your temporary veneers and when he customizes your final veneers.

• During the diagnostic wax-up phase, Dr. Hedge is able to utilize his artistic abilities to create natural-looking, beautiful veneers for your temporary and final veneers. This is precisely what Dr. Hedge considers the “art” in the science of dentistry!

As you can see, Dr. Hedge follows a strict, thorough planning phase in order to create natural-looking, radiant dental veneers. Rest assured, he has the dedication and passion to offer this exemplary cosmetic dentistry treatment to each and every one of his patients—and you can receive this treatment, too!

Dental veneers procedure—the act of precision

To provide the best of the best when it comes to the porcelain veneers procedure, Dr. Hedge is adamant about achieving the high standards he sets for himself. One of the high standards is the acute degree of precision in order to achieve the natural-looking appearance that your veneers will have.

During the veneers procedure, Dr. Hedge will:

• Utilize 4.8x high magnification in order to see all of the fine details throughout the veneers procedure.
• Plan and design your veneers case before the preparation in wax. Dr. Hedge devises a matrix to guide him to reduce the right amount of enamel when preparing your tooth. Dr. Hedge’s goal is to preserve as much of the regular tooth as possible.

• Use a proportion in order to measure the existing teeth. This allows Dr. Hedge to determine the perfect height-to-width ratio when it comes to creating natural-looking veneers for your smile.
• Mount your veneers case on a device called an articulator. Doing so permits Dr. Hedge to get the teeth leveled and aligned perfectly for a radiant, gorgeous smile.

Now you can see the fine precision that is so important when it comes to creating natural-looking, beautiful veneers for a smile that will last 10-15 years!

Create your dream smile with veneers!

Are you ready to smile proudly with natural-looking, radiant veneers? Well, if you are looking for a Cincinnati cosmetic dentist for veneers who will exceed your expectations, don’t hesitate to call Dr. Hedge for your consultation! He is more than ready to create your dream smile with porcelain veneers—are you ready, too?

What is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is distinctly different from excessive snoring. Snoring occurs when your airway becomes only partially blocked. This can be due to the tongue falling back and partially obstructing the airway. Snoring is more of an inconvenience than a serious medical condition, but you can still find relief from some of the top snoring doctors Cincinnati has to offer at Dental Health Center.

However, our doctors to help snoring problems also want to warn you about sleep apnea. Sleep apnea occurs when there is a complete obstruction, leading to the denial of essential oxygen. Therefore, sleep apnea is a cause of snoring, but it is a much more serious condition.

How Do I Know If I Have Sleep Apnea?

There are several symptoms associated with sleep apnea that are often attributed to excessive snoring. These symptoms include:

• Chronic fatigue
• The tendency to yawn all day
• Chronic sleepiness
• The inability to focus during the day

Yet, these are simply the daytime symptoms. There are several nocturnal symptoms that are concrete signs of sleep apnea. These nocturnal symptoms include:

• Drooling
• Sleep restlessness
• Witnessed apneas
• Choking
• Gasping
• Sweating

Any of these nocturnal symptoms can be a clear indicator of sleep apnea.

How Serious is Sleep Apnea?

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can have drastic consequences. The side effects of sleep apnea can greatly harm your health and affect your daily life. Some of the risks associated with sleep apnea include:

• Heart attacks and irregular heart beats
• Impotence
• High blood pressure
• Stroke
• Heartburn
• Morning headaches
• Dry mouth
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Impaired concentration
• Depression
• Decreased libido
• Irritability

Therefore, it is essential that you seek help from obstructive sleep apnea treatment providers in Cincinnati. If you’re worried about the risks associated with sleep apnea, our Cincinnati sleep apnea doctors have the ability to provide you with comprehensive treatment.

What are the Treatment Options Available to Persons With Sleep Apnea?

Our obstructive sleep apnea treatment providers in Cincinnati offer easy and convenient treatment for sufferers of excessive snoring and sleep apnea.

One of the best treatments available is the SomnoDent MAS mouth guard. The SomnoDent MAS is a Mandibular Advancement Splint (MAS) that can kill two birds with one stone: it can treat both common snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.

The SomnoDent MAS works by advancing the lower jaw forward. In addition, it is a custom-made appliance that is specialized to fit your mouth. It uses upper and lower dental plates and a unique patented fin-coupling device to relieve both sleep apnea and snoring.

Snoring Relief Doctors in Cincinnati

If you’re searching for doctors to help with snoring problems in Cincinnati, choose our Cincinnati sleep apnea dentists at Dental Health Center. At Dental Health Center, Dr. Tom Hedge can provide you with comprehensive sleep apnea treatment to relieve both sleep apnea and common snoring.

• You don’t need the inconveniences caused by snoring, and you certainly don’t need the risks associated with sleep apnea. You need a sleep apnea treatment provider who can give you the tools you need to get a good night’s sleep, and help you when you’re always tired in the morning.
• You don’t want to suffer from any of these potentially deadly side-effects from a common condition, so get sleep apnea relief today!
• Our Cincinnati sleep apnea doctor can help you stop snoring and give you the treatment you need to live a healthy and happy life.

Don’t fall victim to sleep apnea, and stop letting snoring affect your work and your relationships. Seek help from Dr. Hedge today! The Cincinnati sleep apnea dentists here at Dental Health Center will ensure that you stop suffering and get a good night’s rest.

Dr. Tom Hedge is an experienced dentist who is trained in a variety of specialized fields, including sleep apnea. Even if you’re not suffering from excessive snoring, the cosmetic dentists at Dental Health Center can provide you with treatment for all of your dental needs with procedures, such as Invisalign®, porcelain veneers, and dental implants, just to name a few.

If you’re suffering from sleep apnea, don’t hesitate to call Dental Health Center today for a complimentary consultation at 513.392.4598.