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Hughes, Karen, Dds - Hughes Family Dentristry

Dental Examination
These visits are similar to adult visits, but usually take between 30-45 minutes. Your child will be seen by the dentist and dental hygienist. We obtain first radiographs at age 5 to assess growth and development. The dental exam evaluates teeth, gums, soft tissue, growth and development, and oral hygiene. We always polish the teeth and discuss proper home care with the children. And of course, we offer a prize from the treasure chest, unless they declare themselves too big for treasures!

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Phone: (502) 538-6104

Address: 435 N Bardstown Rd, Mount Washington, KY 40047

Website: http://hughesfamilydentistry.com

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Hughes, Karen, Dds - Hughes Family Dentristry

Dental Examination
These visits are similar to adult visits, but usually take between 30-45 minutes. Your child will be seen by the dentist and dental hygienist. We obtain first radiographs at age 5 to assess growth and development. The dental exam evaluates teeth, gums, soft tissue, growth and development, and oral hygiene. We always polish the teeth and discuss proper home care with the children. And of course, we offer a prize from the treasure chest, unless they declare themselves too big for treasures!
X-rays
YES. Dental x-rays only emit a very small dose of radiation. You actually receive more radiation from the sun, minerals in the soil, appliances in your home, concrete parking lots, and flying in an airplane. Fortunately, Advances in dentistry over the years have lead to a number of measures that minimize the risks associated with X-rays, including the use of a lead vest with thyroid collar and digital X-ray imaging. We use both of these at Hughes Family Dental, and will only take X-rays when necessary.
Oral Cancer Screening
An oral cancer screening is an examination we perform at every routine dental visit. We look for signs of cancer or precancerous conditions in your mouth. The goal of oral cancer screening is to identify mouth cancer early, when there is a greater chance for a cure. Sometimes, we may use additional tests to aid in identifying areas of abnormal cells in your mouth, or refer you to an oral surgeon for a biopsy.

Teeth Cleaning
We see patients as young as 1 year old, but most first visits to our office are at age 3. The first visit is all about getting your child comfortable with going to the dentist, so they can develop a lifetime of good dental health. We welcome the parents to come into our treatment rooms with the child, and have the child sit in the parent’s lap for this first visit. We keep this first visit short and simple (usually 15-30 minutes). We count the teeth, look for sugarbugs, and shine the child’s teeth either with a regular toothbrush or our “tickly” brush. There’s always a goodie bag and trip to the treasure chest at the end of this visit. It is then ideal to bring your child back every 6 months for an exam and cleaning, this keeps them comfortable with the dentist and allows any dental problems to be caught early.
Fluoride Treatment
Dental Sealants
Sealants are a resin material that is applied to the biting surfaces of adult molars. These surfaces are highly susceptible to forming cavities because they have grooves and depressions that allow food and bacteria to reside. The grooves are extremely difficult to clean and often turn into cavities. Studies show that 88% of total cavities in American school children are caused this way. The procedure to apply sealants is very easy. There is no numbing or drilling. We simply clean these grooves and apply the sealant as a liquid. A curing light is then shined on the sealant for 30 seconds and then rinsed clean. The child can immediately eat and drink. At Hughes Family Dentistry, we guarantee our sealants through the teen years, and will replace them for free in regular patients.

Fillings
We recommend replacing amalgam fillings only if there is a defect, crack, chip, bad margin, or cavity underneath; or if it poses a cosmetic concern. Given the current understanding of amalgam fillings and the supporting research, we do not advise patients to change silver fillings that are otherwise free of any other problems or defects. However, when patients have a desire to change their silver fillings for health concerns, we respect that desire and we are comfortable knowing we can provide a better restoration!
Resin Composite
YES. We only use “white” composite resin fillings in our office, for both kids and adults, because we can perform a better, more conservative, safer, and more cosmetically pleasing treatment. Since amalgam “silver” fillings are not bonded to your teeth, they do not strengthen teeth which have been weakened from the cavity and associated loss of healthy tooth structure. A tooth restored with amalgam does not reinforce your teeth and it is common to see cracks and ultimately fractures of your teeth caused by the way the tooth is wedged with a metal filling between its cusp tips. Also, amalgam fillings require additional removal of healthy tooth structure in order to fit the minimum criteria of depth and size for the amalgam material to perform satisfactorily. Composite fillings only replace the portions of your teeth that have been damaged and no additional reduction of healthy areas of your teeth is required. Additionally, composite restorations are bonded to your teeth. When properly placed with maximum bond strength, the composite restoration can strengthen the weakened tooth. We are also very proud that we only use the best resin available, both for esthetics and longevity. Your beautiful white fillings will last for many years to come.
Veneers
Veneers are thin porcelain “shell” coverings that are permanently bonded to the front of teeth to achieve a beautiful smile. We can achieve subtle or major changes in the smile with veneers. The process involves removing a small portion from the front of the tooth, obtaining an impression, fabricating temporary veneers (worn for 2 weeks), and then later cementing the permanent veneers. All of this is completed in just two easy office visits.
Crowns
A crown is a permanent porcelain covering that fits over a tooth that is either severely decayed, damaged, or cracked. The crown acts as a protective “shell” that keeps the tooth from further damage and potential tooth loss. At HUGHES FAMILY DENTAL, we only use full porcelain crowns that are durable and very esthetically pleasing.
Bridges
Dental Bonding

Root Canal Treatment
A root canal is a procedure that removes decayed or infected pulp from the inside of the tooth, and then replaces it with strengthening material. Root canals have historically been very painful procedures, but with advances in anesthetic and modern technology/instruments, root canals can be a painless procedure, and allow you to keep a tooth that would have to be extracted otherwise.

Deep Cleaning
We will obtain any necessary radiographs; perform a complete exam assessing teeth, gums, and all tissues of the mouth; perform an oral cancer screening; and clean/polish your teeth. Sometimes, a second visit is necessary for patients with periodontal disease. At this visit we perform a deep cleaning where we “numb the gums” before cleaning, for patient comfort.

Dentures
Often teeth are lost due to periodontal disease, injury, or tooth decay. However, with complete and partial dentures, we can restore your smile.

Dental Implants
An extraction is the complete removal of a tooth. If a tooth has extensive decay or trauma that cannot be repaired, periodontal disease, or is impacted, it may require extraction. Once a tooth is extracted, a tooth replacement (implant or bridge) is recommended. With a missing tooth, the teeth on either side, as well as opposing the missing tooth, will shift causing bite, jaw, and gum problems.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics
Dr. Hughes is a certified provider of Six Month Smiles. Six Month Smiles is a form of short-term orthodontics, with treatment time of only 4-8 months. It consists of clear, ceramic braces, which are esthetically pleasing, so you don’t have to worry about embarrassing metal brackets. This teeth-straightening system focuses on moving the teeth that are visible when you smile and talk, and not correcting your bite pattern (compared to conventional orthodontics that take two years). These are some of the problems that can be corrected with Six Month Smiles...
Braces
NO. You are never too old for braces as long as your teeth, gums, and bone are healthy. HUGHES FAMILY DENTAL is a certified provider of Six Month Smiles Braces. This system is geared toward adults that wish to correct minor issues like crowding, spacing, and crooked teeth. It is considered short tem orthodontics and most cases take only 6 months to complete. The braces are very esthetic with tooth-colored brackets on each tooth, and a white wire. You can call our office for a free Six Month Smiles Consult to see if you are a candidate.

Teeth Whitening
Your teeth will naturally darken over time with dark food/beverages, smoking, and age. Teeth Whitening is a simple procedure to restore your smile to its natural, brighter, whiter shade. There are several methods to achieve this. We offer both In-Office whitening and custom take home whitening kits at HUGHES FAMILY DENTAL.

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