Our Services

Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry cater's to the cosmetic needs of all ages, offering a full-range of high-tech and high-touch services. We provide cosmetic and restorative procedures like tooth whitening, porcelain veneers, crowns and even dental implants. Whatever your cosmetic dental needs, we're here to provide the best of everything because we believe you deserve it. All of our patients are seen by each of the three dentists---one of the strongest benefits of our practice.

We believe the strongest benefit to our practice is being seen by each of our three dentists. Dr. Mike Golsen provides the initial examination. Dr. Jill Golsen provides the "indirect dentistry," which we call the porcelain veneers, onlays and crowns, while Dr. Rosie Panich provides the "direct dentistry," or the bonding and tooth-colored restorations. By combining our areas of expertise, we provide you with the best dentistry.

Your First Dental Visit

On your first dental visit, you will be with Dr. Mike Golsen for about one hour. During this time, he will explain the exam process and provide an extra-oral examination, which includes an evaluation of the thyroid, lymphatic system in the head and neck region, muscle of mastication, TMJ and skin cancer assessment.

Dr. Mike Golsen will then provide an intra-oral cancer examination by evaluating the tongue, cheeks, floor of mouth and back of throat, as well as the salivary glands. Next he will evaluate the occlusion and function, looking at the midline, overbite and over jet, as well as molar classifications. He will look at the movement and guidance of the temporomandibular joint.

Next, Dr. Mike Golsen will map your existing dental condition and pathology, followed by a tour of your mouth with an intra-oral video camera. Finally, he will take the necessary radiographs, usually a seven-series vertical bitewing and panoramic films. Upon completion of the examination, our hygienist will begin initial probing and cleaning, and Dr. Mike Golsen will finish the experience with the continuing treatment recommendation. At the next appointment, you will be with Dr. Jill Golsen or Dr. Rosie Panich.

Tooth-Colored Restorations

Our goal is to achieve undetectable dentistry. For years, silver mercury was the primary material used by dentists to fill cavities. Today tooth-colored restorations are superior in many ways. They can restore teeth to their original look and function, and help maintain their strength. In fact, white fillings are the state-of-the-art alternative to rebuilding teeth.

Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry create natural-looking, high-quality dental restorations that may prevent the need for more extensive treatment later. We are proud to offer tooth-colored restoratives exclusively because our patients deserve only the best.

Porcelain Veneers

One of the most dramatic breakthroughs in cosmetic dentistry is the creation of porcelain veneers. Veneers are fine pieces of carefully shaped porcelain that, when bonded to your teeth, are strong, natural and beautiful looking. They can be used to close spaces, lighten color, correct contour, properly align your teeth, and restore teeth to their original aesthetic and practical function. If you have questions about porcelain veneers, feel free to ask any member of our staff, or schedule a consultation with Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry.
(Smile Gallery: Veneers)

Prepless Veneers

Prepless veneers are veneers that you do not need to prep or grind on the teeth to have a beautiful smile. We can closes spaces that orthodontist can not close to get the ideal function of the teeth, change color of teeth and allow more presence to the smile.
(Smile Gallery: Prepless Veneers)

Porcelain Onlays or Crowns

We try to preserve as much tooth structure as possible by offering porcelain onlays. The onlays are laid on top of the tooth, saving most of the tooth. By minimizing tooth destruction, we can often save the tooth for another 15 years. If it is necessary for most of the tooth to be covered, we will provide porcelain crowns.

TMD Splint Therapy

Dr. Mike Golsen works with patients who have problems with the temporomandibular joint, causing pain or headaches. The temporomandibular joint connects the lower jaw, called the mandible, to the temporal bone at the side of the head. Some people feel discomfort or pain with the muscles that control jaw function. Besides pain, other symptoms of TMD include clicking sound of the jaw, limited movement of the jaw, a change in the way the upper and lower teeth fit together, headaches, earaches and dizziness.

We offer splint therapy for our TMD patients. The NTI device can prevent medically diagnosed migraine pain, tension-type headache, and jaw disorders without drugs or surgery. For more information, talk to Dr. Mike Golsen or visit www.nti-tss.com.

Tooth Whitening

If your teeth aren't as white as you'd like them, we have good news for you. Our in-office or at-home whitening procedures work safely and comfortably during the day or at night while you sleep. Tooth whitening is an easy way to improve your appearance and brighten your smile. You can have beautiful, white teeth and the smile you've always wanted in just a few weeks.

To whiten your teeth, we use the most advanced technology available called Zoom! The results are dramatic--up to about eight shades whiter. You can go on with your day with a whiter, brighter smile. Zoom! is ideal for anyone wanting immediate results.

For patients willing to wait longer, we offer a take-home whitening system allowing you to brighten your teeth in about three nights. You may go even lighter with additional applications. Start on Friday and by Monday you'll have a whole new smile. For more information, talk to one of our doctors at Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, or visit Zoom! online.

Laser Dentistry

We use the diode laser for soft-tissue treatment, particularly when we are working on crowns. With the diode laser, we can provide faster healing, reduced risk of infection, less need for separate surgical appointments, less time in a dental chair, less bleeding, less pain and better results. At Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, we strive to make you as comfortable as possible.

Implant Dentistry

Dental implants have become a choice treatment option for many patients who are missing one or more teeth. A dental implant is a replacement tooth "root" constructed of medical grade titanium. Dental implants are extremely stable, strong and natural looking. Patients with dental implants are able to eat, smile and laugh without fear or embarrassment that their denture may slip or click, or that their bridge will trap food.
(Smile Gallery: Molar Implant Crowns)

Digital Imaging

Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry is dedicated to open communication. We are happy to discuss and answer any questions you may have. We use an intra-oral camera, which allows us to display your teeth on a video screen, helping you see inside your mouth. We then walk you through your proposed treatment by helping you to picture what lies ahead.

Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry believe it's important you are protected from any possible harmful effects from radiation. That's why we use digital radiography, which decreases radiation by more than 90 percent compared to conventional dental x-ray machines.

Preventive Periodontal Therapy

Most Americans experience some form of periodontal disease, often without realizing it. Periodontal disease is chiefly responsible for adult tooth loss, bad breath and receding gum lines. The truth is that it is easily prevented with proper maintenance, home care and professional treatment. If diagnosed in its early stages, periodontal disease may be treated easily and effectively. We complete full-mouth periodontal probing, deep cleanings, or therapeutic scaling and curettage in areas where needed. We want to help you maintain good oral health and your natural teeth.

Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy

Periodontal disease occurs when bacteria builds up on your teeth under the gums, causing your gums to become swollen and red. This inflammation eventually results in the loosening of teeth that can eventually cause them to fall out. For many patients with periodontal disease, we can now manage it non-surgically using antibiotics. With proper maintenance and homecare, your periodontal tissue can remain a gleaming pink, and this in turn will help you keep your natural teeth.

Arestin is a treatment for chronic periodontitis, an infection of the gums that can lead to tooth loss. Arestin contains a potent, low-dose antibiotic administered directly into the infected pockets between your teeth. When used with scaling and root planing, Arestin significantly reduces the depth of infected pockets and helps prevent disease progression.

Waterlase Dentistry

No needles, no drilling, no pain...no kidding! At Golsen Family and Cosmetic Dentistry, it's possible with our Waterlase laser. Using an airborne stream of water, our doctors can remove the decay without the drill, the needle, the noise or the pain. Also Waterlase reserves more of your natural tooth than the drilling. The next time you need a filling, relax. Waterlase makes the process more comfortable.

Comfort Dentistry

We think you’ll be amazed when you come to our dental practice for the first time. Not only do we perform dentistry in a high-tech, high-touch dental facility with state-of-the-art equipment and keep appointment times on time, we have an exceptional team who are here to provide comfortable, gentle dentistry in an atmosphere that will make you feel pampered. Please enjoy our comfort amenities while we provide you with a smile that will last a lifetime.

For distraction from the dental procedure, we offer DVD glasses. These are the virtual reality glasses that help immerse you into a movie. We offer more than 180 DVDs from which to choose. Some patients just want an audio experience with the ability to see what is happening. For them, we offer the I-Pod, which now holds more than 20,000 songs.

Invisalign

The invisible way to straighten your teeth, without braces.

Invisalign can give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted. It works through a series of invisible, removable and comfortable aligners no one can tell you're wearing. So you can smile during treatment as well as after. Invisalign has been proven effective, and Dr. Golsen is certified to treat with Invisalign. Click here to learn more about Invisalign.
(Smile Gallery: Invisalign)

Sterilization

We use state-of-the-art antiseptic procedures. Our sterilization procedures meet the Center for Disease Control guidelines.

• We heat sterilize handpieces and instruments.
• We use gloves, masks, gowns, eye protection and barrier covers.
• We use only ADA-approved disinfectants.