When you visit Shank Dental Care, you’ll find all the general dental services you’d expect, from fillings and crowns to extractions and emergency care. The difference is in how we do them. As a holistic dentist in Lafayette, LA, we focus on safe, comfortable treatment that supports your overall well-being and not just the tooth we’re working on.Gentler Cavity Removal with Laser Technology
Instead of relying solely on a traditional drill, we often use a dental laser to remove decay with less vibration and noise. The laser is precise and often allows us to preserve more of your natural tooth structure.
Supporting Healing with Ozone Therapy
Ozone is a powerful, natural disinfectant that can help reduce harmful bacteria during fillings, gum care, extractions, or root canal treatment. It supports a cleaner environment and contributes to a smoother healing process without relying heavily on chemicals.
Choosing Materials with Your Body in Mind
Not every material is ideal for every patient. Using biocompatibility testing, we can help determine which filling, crown, or restoration materials may work best with your unique system. Our patients with sensitivity issues or allergies find this testing very reassuring.
Safe Removal for Older Amalgam Fillings
When replacing older silver fillings, Dr. Shank follows strict SMART protocols to limit exposure to mercury vapor and debris during the process, with your safety foremost on our minds.
