DENTAL OFFICE
in Hoover, Alabama
For over 30 years, Annamarie DiChiara, D.M.D.
has been the trusted dental office in the Hoover community. Our office prides itself on our superior service and care. Our clients come from all around the area to trust their smile and family’s smiles to our care. To schedule an appointment, call us now at (205) 733-8300.
Routine cleaning & exams
Taking care of your teeth sets your smile up for success and helps our patients lead happier and healthier lives. Annamarie DiChiara, D.M.D. offers comprehensive dental exams
complete with diagnostic x-rays, gum disease and tooth decay evaluations, and an examination of any existing fillings & crowns. We also recommend having your teeth professionally cleaned every 6-months, allowing our staff to remove tartar and plaque, along with being on the lookout for any early signs of dental problems. Our office is ADA-compliant and able to see patients as young as 2 years of age.
Our Family Dental Services in Hoover, Alabama
ORAL CANCER SCREENINGS
Keep your mouth healthy with routine oral cancer screenings. We examine all the tissue in the face, throat, mouth, and gums for any potential signs of oral cancer.
Approximately 53,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year, causing over 9,750 deaths (roughly 1 person per hour). Out of those 53,000 newly diagnosed individuals, nearly half will be alive in 5 years (57%). Oral cancer is more common than other cancers, such as cervical cancer, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, laryngeal cancer, and many more. Learn more at www.oralcancerfoundation.org.
Our office can help provide you with peace of mind with a thorough screening. Call us at (205) 733-8300 to schedule an appointment!
Approximately 53,000 Americans will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year, causing over 9,750 deaths (roughly 1 person per hour). Out of those 53,000 newly diagnosed individuals, nearly half will be alive in 5 years (57%). Oral cancer is more common than other cancers, such as cervical cancer, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, laryngeal cancer, and many more. Learn more at www.oralcancerfoundation.org.
Our office can help provide you with peace of mind with a thorough screening. Call us at (205) 733-8300 to schedule an appointment!
COMPOSITE AND AMALGAM FILLINGS
Our office offers both amalgam fillings and composite fillings. Traditional amalgam fillings are silver in coloration while our composite fillings are made to match the color of your teeth.
SIMPLE EXTRACTIONS
Tooth extractions can be painless with our convenient same day, in-office extractions. We utilize a local anesthesia to numb the area and cause minimal hindrances to the rest of your day.
Teeth may need to be removed for a variety of reasons:
• Teeth may be diseased causing an infection in the root of the tooth, requiring removal.
• Teeth can also need to be extracted to make way for dental devices, such as dentures, implants, and braces.
• Many patients do not have the room in their mouths to allow their wisdom teeth to remain. This can result in impaction, pain, or movement of the surrounding teeth.
When surgery is needed to extract one or more teeth, Dr. DiChiara may refer you to an oral surgeon to complete the procedure.
Teeth may need to be removed for a variety of reasons:
• Teeth may be diseased causing an infection in the root of the tooth, requiring removal.
• Teeth can also need to be extracted to make way for dental devices, such as dentures, implants, and braces.
• Many patients do not have the room in their mouths to allow their wisdom teeth to remain. This can result in impaction, pain, or movement of the surrounding teeth.
When surgery is needed to extract one or more teeth, Dr. DiChiara may refer you to an oral surgeon to complete the procedure.
MOUTH GUARDS
Protecting your smile is important. We offer custom bite guards, sports mouth guards, TMJ splints, and snore guards. Schedule your appointment to be fitted with your device.
Custom Bite Guard | Designed to specifically fit your teeth and mouth, a custom bite guard is fitted by creating an impression of your teeth. The custom bite guard is then cast using this impression to deliver the ultimate in comfort and protection from teeth grinding. Dr. DiChiara will determine which arch (top or bottom teeth, but not both) your custom guard will be worn on based on diagnosis.
Sports Mouth Guard | Available at most sporting goods stores, a sports mouth guard protects your teeth from injury during physical activity. While there are standard stock guards that provide little in the way of custom fit, boil and bite guards allow some customization by softening the thermoplastic material in boiling water to better mold to your bite.
Snore Guard | As its name suggests, a snore guard is an oral appliance that is designed to help alleviate night time snoring by adjusting the position of your jaw to maintain an open airway during sleep. When worn correctly, snore guards should greatly reduce snoring.
Custom Bite Guard | Designed to specifically fit your teeth and mouth, a custom bite guard is fitted by creating an impression of your teeth. The custom bite guard is then cast using this impression to deliver the ultimate in comfort and protection from teeth grinding. Dr. DiChiara will determine which arch (top or bottom teeth, but not both) your custom guard will be worn on based on diagnosis.
Sports Mouth Guard | Available at most sporting goods stores, a sports mouth guard protects your teeth from injury during physical activity. While there are standard stock guards that provide little in the way of custom fit, boil and bite guards allow some customization by softening the thermoplastic material in boiling water to better mold to your bite.
Snore Guard | As its name suggests, a snore guard is an oral appliance that is designed to help alleviate night time snoring by adjusting the position of your jaw to maintain an open airway during sleep. When worn correctly, snore guards should greatly reduce snoring.
CROWNS AND BRIDGES
Our dental staff specializes in crowns and bridges. If you have missing, chipped, cracked, or broken teeth give us a call! We can restore your smile and have you back to your routine in no time.
pediatric dentistry
Establishing healthy habits at a young age can be critical to ensuring lifelong dental health for your child. Annamarie DiChiara, D.M.D. treats patients as young as 2 years old, providing complete pediatric dental care. Our office and staff aim to create a calming and relaxing atmosphere, helping to remove any fear or anxieties your child may have about visiting the dentist. Let us keep you and your child smiling for years to come by scheduling an appointment today at (205) 733-8300.
