General Dentistry

A healthy smile is foundational when it comes to your overall wellness. Your teeth and gums require regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure that they stay comfortable and disease free.

We offer comprehensive general dentistry to help our patients enjoy optimum oral health and a comfortable smile.

Preventive Dentistry

We strive to prevent dental conditions whenever possible. Regular dental exams, cleanings, and X-rays often detect dental conditions in their earliest stages before they pose a severe risk to your smile.

A comprehensive dental exam evaluates the health of each tooth and looks for signs of periodontal (gum) disease. We will let you know immediately if we find anything that requires treatment.
Our dental cleanings are designed to keep your teeth and gums healthy and give you a smooth, fresh smile. Our hygienist will remove all plaque and tartar from the surfaces of your teeth. We will finish up with a polish so that your teeth are completely clean.
Dental x-rays assist us in the diagnosis of conditions that are not visible through a visual exam alone. This can include dental decay, infection, bone levels, and certain types of cysts and tumors.

We typically recommend a dental exam and cleaning every six months unless you have a dental condition like gum disease that may require more frequent visits.

Restorative Dentistry

Whether you require a dental filling, crown, or dental bonding, we are here to repair your teeth, which protects them and can extend comfortable function.

When providing restorative dentistry, we ensure the results are comfortable and long-lasting.

Tooth-Replacement Options

Saving your natural teeth is a priority for us, but sometimes removing a tooth is necessary to relieve your symptoms and protect your health or because restoration is impossible. However, having a gap in your smile is not ideal either for your appearance or for chewing and speaking comfortably.

We offer the following tooth replacement options:

Fixed dental bridges– replace a missing tooth by anchoring an artificial tooth in place using two healthy teeth
Dental implants – replace a missing tooth by surgically implanting a replacement root and placing a dental crown
Dentures – replace all teeth on the upper or lower arch with a removable prosthetic
Partial dentures – replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring a prosthetic to your remaining natural teeth

A comprehensive dental exam will give us the information we need to recommend restoring both your smile and your ability to eat and speak comfortably by replacing your missing teeth.

Contact Us to Schedule a Dental Appointment

Give us a call to schedule your next dental appointment. We look forward to welcoming you!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I be “knocked out” or unconscious during my dental procedure?

No. Most forms of dental sedation will leave you drowsy but conscious and able to voluntarily move and speak.

Is grinding my teeth normal?

While teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, is very common among adults, it can cause serious damage to your teeth and jaw joints. If you wake up with sore muscles or you have noticed that you clench or grind your teeth, we can make a night guard to help protect your teeth.

How long will the numbing effects last?

Depending on the type of local anesthetic used and how your body digests the anesthetic it could take 4-6 hours. During this time, refrain from eating on the side that is numb as this could lead to accidentally biting your lips and causing trauma.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Rachel Zinzalet DMD

Dr. Rachel Zinzalet was raised in central Connecticut. She received her bachelor's degree from the University of Rhode Island in 2011. After graduation, she worked in a dental office as a patient coordinator before completing her dental degree at Midwestern University.

Dr. Rachel is committed to continuing education and being current on the latest research and technologies. She believes it is important to provide exceptional patient care. One of her favorite aspects of dentistry is building relationships with patients, allowing her to understand her patients and create individualized patient treatment. Professionally ...

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