Rotary Endodontics

When someone is told they need a root canal procedure, their first reaction is to be worried because they are convinced the procedure will be painful. But what if it was completely pain-free? Thanks to rotary endodontic technology, we are able to perform root canal procedures with great precision and little to no pain.

 

The misconceptions regarding root canal procedures often force patients to choose more extreme options. We will go to great lengths to preserve your teeth rather than extracting them. While most believe that root canals cause pain, in reality, we use them relieve pain. It’s much less invasive to receive endodontic therapy than it would be to have your tooth pulled and then replaced with a dental implant or any number of dental appliances.

 

Root canal procedures are used for clearing out an infection that has formed in your tooth’s pulp chamber and roots. This treatment used to be done using small files that would scrape away the infected tissue. Rotary endodontics utilizes a more modern method because they use electric handpieces. Our electric handpieces make are much more comfortable for the patient because there is no bothersome drilling noise and the procedure is completed much faster than in the past.

 

If you’ve been told that you need a root canal and would like to take advantage of this modern treatment, you can set up an appointment at Ivi Z. Sanguinetti DDS,PA in Baytown, TX or by calling 281-421-5950 or visit us online atwww.singing-dentist.com. 

Invisalign

Having straight teeth would be great, wouldn’t it? You’re probably holding off though, because you don’t want to deal with the embarrassment of having a mouth full of braces. Patients who want to straighten their teeth without the hassle and appearance of metal braces are quickly turning to Invisalign. Thanks to these innovative aligners, we have the ability to straighten your teeth quickly and discretely.

 

Invisalign aligners are plastic, removable mouth pieces that gradually straighten teeth over time. They give less force per week and cause considerably less pain to straighten teeth compared to traditional braces. Since the pieces are transparent, you are able to maintain an aesthetically pleasing smile while improving it at the same time. One of the main complaints of traditional braces, while they are effective, they often leave stain marks on the teeth. This is not the case with Invisalign; patients are able to remove the mouth pieces in order to brush regularly.

 

The mouth pieces are created by a 3D computer imaging technology. As the teeth begin to shift, new aligners will be used to replace the originals. Each aligner is made to perfectly fit the stage that the teeth are in at that time. The mouth pieces are only taken out to eat and brush; they are typically worn at least 22 hours a day.

 

Compared to bracket traditional, Invisalign is a much safer option. Patients who use Invisalign often avoid damage to the gums and supporting tissues. If you choose Invisalign, you will also avoid bacteria build up that would result through traditional braces. The best part is that you can have your regular dental checkups while using Invisalign. Traditional braces prevent X-rays and regular cleanings while the removable aligners used through Invisalign can be removed allowing for dentist access. So we can keep an eye on your teeth’s health while they’re being straightened! Call us at (281) 421-5950 and start fixing your smile now.

Celebrating 20 Years!

Did you know that Dr. Ivi Z. Sanguinetti recently celebrated 20 practicing dentistry in April? Dr. Sanguinetti has dedicated her life to helping and treating patients in the Baytown, TX area for the past 20 years. Her efforts have paid off because she was recently added to the “Best General Dentists in Houston” list put out by the Houston Magazine in 2014.

 

Dr. Sanguinetti began at the University of Texas Houston Dental Branch where she graduated in 1994 with a Doctor in Dentistry Degree. She started as an associate in Old Baytown for four years until she opened her own practice in 1998. Dr. Sanguinetti has made it her goal to keep up to date with the latest technologies and practices in the dental field. She stays current by attending an extensive amount of continuing education courses to keep up with the latest techniques and technologies. Dr. Sanguinetti is a member of the American Dental Association and often attends meetings and participates in events.

 

Her practice offers a comfortable environment that allows patients to relax and enjoy their appointments. Her patients appreciate the effort she has put forward to help make their lives easier. Not only can patients fill out pertinent information at home, but they can also log in and manage their account on her website. Dr. Sanguinetti understands her patients’ needs and responds to them quickly and effectively.

 

We would like to congratulate Dr. Ivi Z. Sanguinetti on 20 years as a dentist in the Baytown area! Her efforts to stay current and relevant have established her as one of the best dentists in the Houston, TX area. 

Sealants

We know that trying to get your child to consistently brush and floss can be a daunting task. Parents who take preventative measures are putting their children in a great position to have a smile they can be proud of throughout their life. One of the most effective preventative measures parents and children can take is utilizing dental sealants. Sealants are typically used to protect children’s teeth between the ages of 6-14.

 

Dental sealants are a thin, plastic coating that is painted onto the chewing surface of the teeth, particularly the back teeth (molars and premolars). Sealants are a great way to prevent tooth decay because it bonds into the depressions and grooves of the teeth, creating a protective seal over the enamel of each tooth. In some cases, dental sealants may also be utilized for baby teeth, but this is only in cases when the teeth have deep depressions and grooves.

 

Having dental sealants applied is simple and non-invasive. Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti can complete the procedure in just a few minutes. She will start by thoroughly cleaning the teeth and dry the area. An acid solution is the applied to the chewing surface of the teeth to roughen them; this helps the sealant bond properly to the teeth. Dr. Sanguinetti then dries the teeth applies the sealant directly to each tooth. The sealant will protect teeth from decay for up to ten years. Regular check-ups and cleanings are recommended to monitor the effectiveness of the sealant.

 

If you think you child could benefit from dental sealants, call Dr Sanguinetti's office at 281-421-5950 to schedule an appointment. 

Intraoral Camera

The medical field is ever-changing, especially in the dentistry profession. New technologies are constantly being brought to the market. One of the newest technologies available is the intraoral camera. We have adopted this new technology to better diagnose and treat our patients.

The intraoral camera has adds a whole new viewing source for dentists. While X-rays are still very effective, this innovative digital camera is able to see more surface area than x-rays, allowing for a more accurate diagnosis of the early stages of disease. The intraoral camera is about the size of a dental mirror and is used in the same manner.

 

This camera acts as an all-in-one photography tool that can create still pictures and videos. With a chairside monitor, patients are able to see a video in real time of their teeth and areas of concern can be captured as a picture, allowing for better patient understanding of their diagnosis. The camera delivers consistently clear, high-resolution dental digital photography images that can be easily shared with patients—patients are now able to see exactly what the doctor is seeing.

 

We have incorporated this technology into his practice in order to better assist our patients. The high quality images from the camera can be utilized to gain acceptance for various procedures from your insurance company. Thanks to the camera’s advanced sensor and lens, Dr. Sanguinetti can easily view even the smallest details such as cracks, cavities and tooth wear better than ever before.

Call to make an appointment at (281) 421-5950 and have a tour of your mouth.

Night Guards

Think you might be a night grinder but aren’t sure? If you wake up with a dull, constant headache or a sore jaw then you might be suffering from bruxism (night grinding). If you suspect that you might be grinding your teeth and you live in the Baytown, TX area, you can visit our practice and our dentist, Dr. Ivi Z. Sanguinetti for treatment options.

 

Patients can grind their teeth because of stress and anxiety, but it more likely due to an abnormal bite or missing/crooked teeth. Patients often find out that they are a grinder from a loved one or through a consultation with their dentist. Dr. Sanguinetti is trained in the detection of bruxism and can diagnose it through a simple examination.

 

Teeth grinding can become a serious issue. Chronic teeth grinding can lead to fractured, loosening or loss of teeth. Taking the time to visit us is a great preventative measure when it comes to stopping night grinding. Chronic teeth grinders can wear their teeth down so bad that bridges, crowns or even dentures may be necessary. While these procedures are effective, they are also very expensive and can be very invasive.

 

We have has a great reputation when it comes to creating custom night guards for prevention of night grinding. Dr. Sanguinetti is able to custom-fit a mouth guard to your individual needs in order to prevent any discomfort during sleep. We will take an impression of your teeth and create a perfect-fitting mouth guard. Custom-fitted mouth guards are utilized because they provide the most comfort and best overall protection.

 

If you are suffering from bruxism and would like to try a custom-night guard, call Dr . Ivi Sanguinetti' s office at 281-421-5950 or visit www.singing-dentist.com. 

Dental Hygiene

The best preventative measure dental patients can take is proper oral hygiene at home. This process includes brushing at least twice a day and flossing regularly. We believe that patient education is a key factor in keeping mouths healthy and preventing disease in the future.

 

We provide our patients with the tools necessary to maintain a healthy smile. Regular brushing and flossing is a must when it comes to proper oral hygiene. You should also know which toothpaste is best for your particular needs.  With the wide array of options available, you need to know which product will work best for your oral hygiene goals. Proper brushing technique is also key when it comes to maintaining your oral hygiene. Those who brush properly are more likely to have a white smile, good breath and better overall health.

 

Flossing is also essential in the tooth care process. Our staff strongly urges our patients to floss regularly. Not only can flossing improve tooth health, it is also very important in keeping gums healthy.  The places where the gums and teeth meet are where flossing takes a major role. Food particles or bacteria can become lodged here and over time, this can cause tartar and gingivitis. Periodic cleanings and treatments are a necessity in order to maintain good oral hygiene. Not only can your teeth be affected by unhealthy gums, but periodontal disease (gum disease) has been linked to heart health. When it comes to teeth health, it is important to make regular visits to your dentist in order to properly care for and protect your overall health.

 

If you are interested in an appointment with Dr. Ivi Z. Sanguinetti at our Baytown, TX practice, call 281-421-5950 or visit www.singing-dentist.com. 

White Fillings

At Ivi Z. Sanguinetti DDS,PA, we offer our patients an option for filling their cavities with white fillings. White fillings are comprised of composite resin and make a great alternative to the traditional amalgam fillings, which are silver in color. White fillings are made to match the shade of the natural tooth so there is that cosmetic benefit. They can also be used for other uses, like filling in gaps between teeth and covering discoloration.

 

Benefits of getting white fillings include the following:

• The tooth has restored strength due to the quality composite resin that is affixed and bonded to the tooth.
• The fillings can be made any color, so they match the exact shade of the natural tooth.
• White fillings are free of mercury, therefore the safest and healthiest filing option for cavities.
• Less of the natural tooth is removed during the process of completing a white filling.

Visit Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti in Baytown, TX to discuss the benefits and procedure of getting white fillings. Call at 281-421-5950 to make an appointment.

Bridges

For missing teeth, our patients have an option, and often choose dental bridges. It is a long lasting restoration option that lets patients replace one or multiple missing teeth to prevent shifting of the other teeth and potential bone loss that can occur if those teeth are not replaced. The main requirement of bridges is that there is an adjacent natural tooth on either side of the missing tooth, as this is the tether to the bridge.

 

A dental bridge here at Ivi Z. Sanguinetti DDS,PA is made with a crown on the adjacent teeth, and a prosthetic tooth where the tooth is missing. All three components are attached together, forming a bridge that looks like the patient’s natural teeth. The crowns over their natural teeth are made using impressions of their tooth, so nobody notices the different. The bridge is made from porcelain, metal, gold, or alloy.

 

In many cases, a temporary bridge is worn until the patient can have the permanent bridge bonded to their mouth. This improves their ability to eat and speak, but it also helps to prevent the shifting of their other teeth.

 

Our dentist, Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti recommends patients get bridges with multiple teeth missing as opposed to risking complications. Visit us in Baytown, TX to learn more about bridges.Call us at 281-421-5950 to make an appointment

Crowns

Crowns are a type of restoration that is performed right here in our Baytown office by Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti, and are placed for a variety of different reasons. While many patients do indeed get them as a restorative option, such as to protect a tooth at risk of breaking off or one that has deep decay, crowns are also desired for cosmetic reasons. Since crowns are typically less expensive than veneers, many patients opt for them to cover cracks in their teeth, staining, or discoloration.

 

Patients see us about 2-3 times in total for crowns placement. The straightforward process is as follows:

1. Patients first have a consultation to have a look at the tooth, clean it thoroughly and then it is prepared by being filed down.

2. Then, we make an impression of the tooth in order to have a permanent crown fabricated.

3. After the fabricated crown is back from the lab, our patient returns to our office to have the crown bonded to their tooth. The bonding dries quickly, after which it is polished.

 

Make an appointment for your crown by calling Baytown Cosmetic and Family Dentist at 281-421-5950.

Implant Restoration

Here at Ivi Z. Sanguinetti DDS,PA, we provide many types of restoration services for impaired and missing teeth, including implant restoration. Implant restoration includes options for replacing missing teeth, whether it is an implant and crown for a single missing tooth, or a bridge or denture supported with implants for multiple missing teeth.

 

Implants are made with titanium metal posts implanted into the jawbone of the patient. With dentures and bridges, there are 2-4 implants in the mouth to hold the device in place. Traditional dental implants have the metal post in the jawbone, followed by an abutment and crown placed over the top. The crown acts as the tooth surface, and is what the patient eats with.

 

We also provide implant restorations with bridges, as a way for patients to have more comfort and stability in their teeth replacement options. This lets them have their restorations for longer periods of time, and don’t have to worry about them shifting or falling out. Patients can also eat a wider variety of foods when they use implants for restorations.

 

Call us at 281-421-5950 to schedule an implant restoration appointment with

Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti.

Root Canals

When our patients experience pain and extreme sensitivity to hot and cold food or beverages, it is often the result of an infection in the nerves of the tooth. Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti does endodontics, which deals with the nerves of the teeth.  For this type of infection, a root canal, which removes the infection from deep in the root and nerves of the tooth, is typically performed. It sounds intimidating, yet it is a simple and virtually painless process. A root canal is generally done in an hour or less right here in our Baytown, TX practice.

Infections of the tooth or nerves that left untreated can lead to more serious complications, such as an abscess or impacted tooth. A root canal helps clear the infection to prevent it from spreading and avoids these more serious complications. We will numb the area with a local anesthetic, then use a drill to create an opening. We remove the infected tissue from the tooth’s canal and clean it out thoroughly. Then, it is filled with a material called gutta percha, which is a temporarily filling material.

The tooth may be a little sensitive after the procedure, but this will go away in a few days. After about two weeks, our patient returns to our office for a crown placed by Dr. Sanguinetti. This protects the tooth from breaking or cracking after having the root canal performed. Call us today at (281) 421-5950 to find out more about the "not so scary" root canal procedure.

Invisalign

Having straighter teeth is something many of our patients hope for. Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti’s dental practice offers options for straightening the teeth, which include Invisalign. Here at our Baytown cosmetic and family dentistry practice, our patients appreciate having this option, as Invisalign can be worn for less time than traditional braces.  They are a comfortable, removable and nearly invisible orthodontic alternative.

The process of having Invisalign and getting your teeth straightened is simple and straightforward. The steps are as follows:

1) Get an examination from Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti, which includes getting impressions of your teeth and viewing the 3D image of your aligners.

2) Return to our office in 2-3 weeks for your first set of aligners.

3) Receive instructions on placing, using and cleaning the Invisalign aligners.

4) Return periodically for new aligners that will continue to tighten and move your teeth to the final position.

Patients who get Invisalign aligners will be instructed to keep them clean and well maintained. Patients remove the aligners while brushing and flossing their teeth, as well as while eating meals. They are worn the rest of the day and work quickly to straighten their teeth. Give us a call at (281) 421-5950  to learn more about Invisalign!

Thin Veneers

Cosmetic dentistry helps improve our patient’s confidence and gives them a new reason to smile. We offer thin veneers as an option for improving the appearance of patient’s teeth, which is ideal for teeth that are stained, misshapen, chipped or unevenly spaced. The thin veneers, also called Lumineers, are thinner than traditional veneers, though just as stable and effective. They look and feel like natural teeth and will not be noticeable to others, aside from having a brilliant smile, that is.

Thin veneers are made from porcelain that is extremely thin and shaped to fit over the patient’s teeth. They are bonded to the tooth so after a few days, our patients can eat with the veneers and not worry about them shifting or breaking off. Since they are thin, there isn’t as much contouring needed as there is with regular veneers in order to make room for the veneers.

Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti can complete the thin veneer procedure in as little as two visits, beginning with the preparation of the tooth and making impressions to bonding the veneers to the tooth or teeth. Call our office in Baytown, TX at (281) 421-5950 to learn more about thin veneers.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is a makeover we offer in our Baytown, TX dental office for patients who are not pleased with their smile. The reasons our patients may want to improve their smile vary, but many do so because of the uneven spacing of their teeth, misshapen nature of their teeth, stains or discoloration on their teeth, or desire to replace old crowns with new, porcelain ones.

We provide cosmetic dentistry procedures for our patients who have good oral health, but still want to improve the appearance of their teeth. By getting these procedures, our patients are happier and smile much more often with a renewed confidence.

Some patients choose to come to our office for a single procedure, like teeth whitening, while others want multiple procedures completed. We attempt to complete the treatment in as few visits as possible for the convenience of our patients.

Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti provides a wide range of cosmetic dentistry procedures, including the following:

• ·         Teeth contouring


• ·         Teeth whitening


• ·         Veneers and Lumineers


• ·         Porcelain or ceramic crowns


• ·         Invisalign

Patients can get perfect, bright smiles by visiting Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti for their cosmetic dentistry needs. Contact our office at (281) 421-5950 to find out more about these cosmetic dental procedures.