Dentist in Tucson, AZ

How do I find the best place to get dental work done?

Everyone has different needs and preferences when it comes to dental care. Thinking about what you want to prioritize is a good place to start. For example, you may want to find a dentist near you so you don’t have to worry about traveling long distances when you need treatment.

Of course, you’ll also want to consider the qualifications of the dentist. It’s important to have a care provider you can trust! Most dentists include their education, certifications, and any specialized training they’ve received on their bio page. For instance, if you go to our “meet the dentist” page, you’ll see that Dr. Lopez has extensive experience with advanced restorative, cosmetic, and reconstructive treatments, and is actively involved with the prestigious Kois Center.

Can I receive sedation for my dental appointment?

Certainly! Dr. Lopez offers a couple of different dental sedation options for patients who find it difficult to feel comfortable during treatment. Depending on your needs, we can administer:

• Nitrous oxide sedation – a.k.a. laughing gas. We’ll provide you with a low-profile nasal mask designed to help you breathe in the gas. Within minutes, you’ll feel calm and relaxed, or possibly a little euphoric.
• Oral conscious sedation. This simply involves taking a prescribed pill a few hours before your appointment. You’ll experience a deeper sense of relaxation than you would with nitrous oxide and might even nod off during your treatment.
• IV sedation. We’ll carefully access your veins with a needle, sort of like giving you a shot. Since IV sedation is administered directly into your bloodstream, it takes effect quickly and is the strongest method. You likely won’t remember your treatment after it wears off.

What advanced dental technology do you have in Tucson?

Dr. Lopez likes to stay up to date with the latest treatment methods, so we have plenty of advanced dental technologies in the office! Here are some of our favorites:

• 3D Printer. This allows us to create accurate Invisalign aligners and dentures in Tucson so you don’t have to wait weeks to receive your oral appliance.
• Soft tissue laser. Rather than use scalpels and sutures to treat advanced gum disease, we can use a gentle laser to eliminate the harmful bacteria from your smile.
• Digital impression system. Customizing the fit of an appliance like clear aligners or dentures used to involve taking impressions with a grey, goopy substance. Now we can simply take impressions digitally, no goop required!

Our team would be happy to tell you more about how our advanced technologies can improve your experience, so don’t hesitate to ask.

What counts as a dental emergency?

Toothaches, broken restorations, dental damage, and even having something stuck between your teeth can all be dental emergencies. As a general rule of thumb, if you need urgent oral care or suspect something’s wrong with your dental health, it’s a good idea to call us and request an emergency appointment. Depending on the severity of your situation, we might be able to see you as soon as the same day of your call!