R. Lobato & Associates - Summerlin, Las Vegas

General Dentistry in Summerlin, Las Vegas

We offer a wide range of dental services, from regular cleanings and check-ups to complete full-mouth restorations. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional care and achieving remarkable results, helping you maintain optimal oral health.
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From Full-Mouth Restoration to Routine Exams: Exceptional Results Every Visit

Preserve the health and longevity of your teeth with regular dental visits and timely intervention at the first sign of issues. Routine check-ups can help you avoid discomfort, pain, and unexpected costs. If you’re facing dental challenges, restorative care can bring your oral health back to normal. At the core of general dentistry is your overall well-being. Here are some of the benefits you can expect from both preventive and restorative treatments:

Preventive Care: Enjoy clean, naturally brighter teeth without the need for whitening treatments. Identify and address minor issues early with X-rays. Maintain healthy, irritation-free gums, free from bleeding or discomfort. Stop cavities in their tracks with composite fillings. Experience less sensitivity to hot and cold foods. Prevent and even reverse the early stages of tooth decay. Extend the lifespan of your prosthetics and appliances.

Restorative Dentistry: Protect your natural teeth by treating infections promptly. Replace missing teeth with realistic, functional solutions. Restore damaged teeth to their original strength and appearance. Receive custom-designed prosthetics and appliances tailored to your needs. Improve your quality of life by eating comfortably, sleeping better, and enjoying enhanced overall well-being.

Our General Dentistry services

Composite Fillings

Tooth-colored fillings are used to fill cavities, preventing further growth or permanent damage to your teeth. These white fillings are carefully matched to the color of your natural teeth, ensuring they look and feel natural.

Dental Bonding

Effectively restore chips and cracked teeth, enhancing both the appearance and function of your smile. This quick and painless treatment offers immediate results, improving the look of healthy teeth!

Dental Bridges

Fill the gaps and restore your smile with custom-made dental bridges, securely and permanently bonded in place to replace missing teeth.

Dental Crowns

Dental crowns restore damaged teeth, enhancing their strength and function while improving appearance, so you can chew comfortably and smile confidently.

Dental Extractions

Get fast pain relief and protect your smile's future with dental extractions, paving the way for restorative options like implants or bridges.

Dental Implants

An Implant acts like a natural tooth root and is finished off with a restoration such as a dental crown to help restore the function of your teeth, look good and feel natural.

Dentures

Get comfortable, modern dentures or repair your existing set in Summerlin, Las Vegas, to restore your smile and dental function.

Root Canal

Root canal treatments are precise, efficient, and typically comfortable, providing quick relief while helping to preserve your natural tooth.

Teeth Cleanings

Regular checkups every 6 to 8 months help prevent gum disease and tooth decay, avoiding sudden dental pain and unexpected expenses.

Embracing Early Intervention and Routine Care for a Radiant Smile

Maintaining a bright, healthy smile starts with prevention, and your well-being is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of routine care and early intervention, driven by our genuine concern for your oral health. By focusing on the health of your teeth, gums, jaw, and tongue, and addressing issues as soon as they arise, we aim to reduce discomfort, avoid unnecessary pain, and prevent unexpected costs. This proactive approach is what helps our patients maintain confident, healthy smiles for years to come.

Preserve Your Natural Teeth for Longer

Did you know that cavities are the leading cause of tooth loss in young adults, while gum disease is the main culprit for older adults? By maintaining strong oral hygiene at home, you can protect your teeth for the long term. During your routine exams, we can spot the early signs of gum disease and tooth decay, allowing us to take action and prevent further damage.

Financial Savings and Dental Health

Regular teeth cleanings and check-ups are affordable and predictable costs. Additionally, early treatments for tooth decay, like composite fillings, are cost-effective and provide lasting benefits. On the other hand, more advanced procedures to treat severe dental issues often come with a significantly higher cost.

Enjoy Worry-Free Oral Health

The beauty of excellent oral health is that you don’t have to give it a second thought. There’s no discomfort, swelling, or painful toothaches to worry about. You can enjoy your meals without hesitation and smile with confidence. Well-maintained teeth are not only beautiful but also comfortable and reliable.

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Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.

Frequently Asked Questions

A routine dental check-up consists of a teeth cleaning and an examination. Regular cleanings help remove plaque and tartar that can accumulate despite daily brushing and flossing. During the exam, the dental team will assess your overall oral health, paying special attention to potential problem areas.

Food particles left behind, especially in hard-to-reach areas, provide fuel for the bacteria in our mouths. As these bacteria multiply, they produce acid that wears down enamel. Tooth decay can be sped up by a diet high in sugar or acidic foods and drinks, such as coffee or soda.

Certain individuals are genetically more prone to cavities. This could be due to factors like a higher likelihood of harboring cavity-causing bacteria, or having teeth that are crowded or misaligned, making them harder to clean. While genetics play a role, the best way to reduce your risk is by committing to good oral hygiene and maintaining a balanced diet to support your dental health.

Yes. The advantage of getting a filling early is that it prevents further tooth decay and avoids future pain. Addressing the issue while it’s still small and manageable is the best way to protect your tooth and maintain your oral health.

Tooth decay can often be prevented or even reversed with regular cleanings. For teeth showing early signs of decay, fluoride treatments and composite fillings can help restore them. If a tooth becomes infected, a root canal may be needed to save it. Severely decayed teeth can be restored with natural-looking dental crowns or resurfaced using veneers. In cases of extensive decay, extraction may be necessary, but the function of your bite and smile can be restored with an implant or bridge. The right treatment depends on the extent of the decay and your unique needs.

Yes, it’s safe to visit the dentist during pregnancy for preventive care like cleanings and exams. These appointments help prevent infections and address any dental issues that might arise during pregnancy. If you experience a dental emergency, such as an infection, more extensive treatments like root canals may be needed. However, non-essential procedures, such as teeth whitening, should be deferred until after delivery to ensure your safety and comfort.

R. Lobato & Associates - Summerlin, Las Vegas

Sean Truong

Associate

Your General Dentistry Associate

Introducing Dr. Truong, our dedicated Managing Partner and Associate to Dr. Lobato for the past 3 years. Beyond the clinic, he’s a versatile individual who finds joy in photography, particularly as a travel photographer, and indulges his love for culinary adventures as a fun loving foodie. Driven by his unwavering passion for dentistry, he starts each day eager to create brighter, healthier smiles, emphasizing trust, empathy, and a welcoming atmosphere in patient care. Dr. Truong is known for infusing visits with lots of laughter, creating a warm and enjoyable experience that ensures every appointment is both fun and memorable. The joy of seeing patients leave with newfound confidence and radiant smiles is his ultimate reward. Dr. Truong’s excellence in dentistry was recognized with the 2023 New Dentist Award from the Southern Nevada Dental Association.

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