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Mon - Thu:	8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Palmetto Dental Associates

Dental Examination
Prepare to be at your "new patient appointment" for approximately 1.5 hours. During this time, your dentist will get to know you, take a series of teeth photographs, take appropriate radiographs (x-rays), do a comprehensive exam, and formulate a plan of any needed treatment. Once you are fully aware of everything going on in your mouth, you and your dentist will then work together to decide where it is most ideal to begin.

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Phone: (803) 808-0888

Address: 216 Palmetto Park Blvd, Lexington, SC 29072

Website: http://www.positivelypda.com

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Palmetto Dental Associates

Dental Examination
Prepare to be at your "new patient appointment" for approximately 1.5 hours. During this time, your dentist will get to know you, take a series of teeth photographs, take appropriate radiographs (x-rays), do a comprehensive exam, and formulate a plan of any needed treatment. Once you are fully aware of everything going on in your mouth, you and your dentist will then work together to decide where it is most ideal to begin.
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Teeth Cleaning
Seen recently on social media - should be avoided. These pastes are very abrasive and thus may indeed remove mild surface stains, as would a dental cleaning, but they certainly do not lighten the tooth’s internal color. Be aware that, if used frequently and long-term, these toothpastes will strip away the white tooth enamel making teeth more yellow in appearance, more sensitive and more susceptible to cavities. According to the Journal of American Dental Association (JADA) and their analysis of 118 studies done on the topic, there is no evidence that supports these products do what they say, and furthermore, they discovered they can actually cause harm by wearing away the enamel.

Fillings
These fillings are also much sturdier, kinder to the surrounding tooth structure, and offer more support than amalgam fillings, which were prone to cracking due to their metal material. Because composite resin doesn’t expand and contract, they are crack-resistant and less likely to cause damage to your teeth.
Resin Composite
Composite resin fillings match the color of your teeth so that they blend in and leave you with a gorgeous smile that no one can even tell contains fillings. Aside from the aesthetic benefits, composite resin fillings are healthier, better sealed, and less prone to damage than traditional amalgam silver fillings.
Veneers
Veneers are thin tooth-shaped porcelain dental prosthetics that are designed to cover the front surface of your teeth. Because veneers are completely custom-made, they can treat a wide variety of cosmetic issues. Porcelain veneers cover stains, chips, broken teeth, gaps, and even misshapen or slightly crooked teeth.
Crowns
The best option for replacing these missing lateral incisors in children and teens is called a "wing lateral bridge." A very small area is prepped out of the back of the central incisor (the large front tooth in the middle), and a small wing attached to a lateral crown is bonded into place. This is a huge esteem booster, as it gives the illusion that the child is not missing the tooth at all!
Bridges
There are specialized tools that can make cleaning underneath and between your dental bridge much easier. Try investing in a water flosser, a floss pick, a floss threader, or an interdental brush.
Dental Bonding
Both veneers and dental bonding can help you fix small chips and cracks or mask stains. But, although they seem to offer the same benefits, they work differently.
Restorative Dentistry
If you’re missing one or more teeth in Lexington and you’re interested in orthodontic treatment with ClearCorrect, Palmetto Dental Associates is here to help. We’re always accepting new patients in Lexington. With ClearCorrect and restorative dentistry from Dr. Thomas and Dr. Shull, you can transform your teeth and restore your smile after tooth loss.

Root Canal Treatment
Extractions are necessary when one of your teeth is unhealthy or damaged and can’t be saved with other treatments like a crown or root canal. For example, if your tooth is severely cracked and broken due to dental trauma from decay or an accident, it may need to be extracted and replaced.

Dentures
We discuss some of the top signs that dentures may be a good choice for restoring your smile, your bite, and your self-confidence.

Dental Implants
In a day and age when impersonal corporate dental offices are a-dime-a-dozen, PDA takes pride in providing comprehensive and esthetic dental care in a relaxed, professional, and positive environment where each patient is truly treated as part of the family. The state-of-the-art facilities are continually updated to offer the very best in dental technology. From cosmetic enhancements to implant-supported dentistry, the highly skilled team spends many hours each year taking continuing education courses to remain abreast of the latest techniques in order to provide the best dental treatment available. The doctors also teach, lecture, and write both locally and nationally.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Oral Surgery
Trudy was referred to our office by a dental specialist for restorative work after major oral surgery. Utilizing a combination of individual crowns and cemented bridge-work, she received the smile of a life-time. Her only regret, “I wish I had done this many years ago! My smile now looks as young as I feel - and my favorite part is how natural they appear!” We are so happy that we got to be a part of Trudy's smile journey!
Tooth Extractions
Having a tooth extracted may seem intimidating; but sometimes, an extraction is the best way to restore your oral health, prevent further complications, and restore your smile. At Palmetto Dental Associates, we specialize in gentle tooth extractions. Dr. Shull and Dr. Thomas are here to help you get the care you need.
Bone Grafting
Dr. Franklin Shull may recommend bone grafting to restore your jaw bone before your procedure. With the aid of a bone graft, you can often get a dental implant even if your jaw bone is compromised, thereby allowing you to smile proudly once again.

Orthodontics
In addition, you may not be a good candidate if you have severe orthodontic problems. Traditional orthodontics like braces are more versatile and powerful than ClearCorrect, and are usually recommended for major bite issues and extremely crooked teeth.
Invisalign Orthodontics
The exact treatment process varies depending on your case. But, in general, orthodontic treatments like Invisalign and restorative treatments like dental crowns and dental implants are done first. Once your teeth are healthy and are properly aligned, further cosmetic treatments like whitening, bonding, and veneers will be done to improve the appearance of your smile.
Braces
If you’ve got crooked teeth in Lexington but you’d prefer to avoid wearing traditional braces, ClearCorrect from Dr. Thomas and Dr. Shull may be right for you. As a certified ClearCorrect provider...

Teeth Whitening
Palmetto Dental Associates, Dr. Shull and Dr. Thomas are here to help with expert teeth whitening services in Lexington, Irmo, and Columbia. Our experienced cosmetic dentists can help you learn more about your options for improving your smile.
Cosmetic Dentistry
A full mouth makeover is exactly what it sounds like. This process combines both cosmetic dentistry and reconstructive dentistry to completely restore the natural beauty of your smile and the normal function of your bite.
General Dentistry
Dr. Shull is both a past president of the Greater Columbia Dental Association and the SC Academy of General Dentistry. He is a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and is a faculty member at Palmetto Health Richland Department of Dentistry and the Medical College of Georgia School of Dentistry. Dr. Shull is also on the teaching faculty at the L.D. Pankey Institute in Key Biscayne, Florida where he teaches dentists from all around the world about aesthetic dentistry. He has been published in many dental journals and recently contributed to a textbook on comprehensive dentistry. Dr. Shull lectures throughout the U.S. on aesthetics, dental materials and photography.

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