Most patients benefit from a professional cleaning and exam every six months. Patients with a history of gum disease may need more frequent visits.

No. X-rays are taken at your first visit to establish a baseline, then only as clinically needed going forward — not on a fixed schedule.

Yes, every comprehensive exam at Summit Dental includes an oral cancer screening as a standard part of your visit.

No. Composite fillings are shade-matched to your natural teeth, making them virtually undetectable in normal conversation or smiling.

With good oral hygiene and regular checkups, composite fillings can last many years, though they may eventually need to be replaced depending on wear and bite forces.

Generally the opposite — composite bonds directly to the tooth, which typically requires removing less healthy tooth structure than traditional metal fillings.

Dr. Moussavi focuses on implant restoration and works with trusted, experienced implant surgeons in Sacramento for the surgical placement, ensuring coordinated, high-quality care throughout.

Timelines vary based on healing time and whether bone grafting is needed. Your treatment plan will include an estimated timeline after your consultation.

Yes. Implants can support individual crowns, multi-tooth bridges, or full implant-supported dentures depending on your needs.

With proper care, porcelain crowns can last many years, though longevity varies based on oral hygiene, bite forces, and grinding habits.

Yes. Porcelain crowns are custom shade-matched to blend naturally with your surrounding teeth.

It depends on how much healthy tooth structure remains. Dr. Moussavi will always recommend the most conservative option that restores your tooth's strength and function.

Treatment length varies by case, but many patients complete treatment in about 12–18 months, depending on the complexity of their alignment needs.

Absolutely. Invisalign is popular among adults specifically because the aligners are clear and removable, making treatment far less noticeable than traditional braces.

Yes, Invisalign aligners can be removed for eating, brushing, and flossing, then placed back in — offering more flexibility than fixed braces.

Common signs include bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, gum recession, and tenderness or swelling. Regular checkups help catch these signs early.

A regular cleaning addresses plaque and tartar above the gumline, while a deep cleaning (scaling) targets bacteria and buildup below the gumline to treat early gum disease.

For more severe cases, Summit Dental provides referrals to trusted periodontal specialists in the Sacramento area to ensure patients receive the right level of care.

Veneers require a small amount of enamel removal to place, making the process generally irreversible, though the veneers themselves can be replaced as needed over time.

This depends on your goals — some patients choose a single veneer to correct one tooth, while others opt for a full set to redesign their entire smile.

For minor misalignment, veneers can create the appearance of straighter teeth without orthodontic treatment. More significant misalignment may still require Invisalign or braces first.

Traditional dentures rest on the gums, while overdentures snap onto dental implants for added stability, less slipping, and improved chewing strength.

Timelines vary depending on the type of denture and whether extractions or implants are involved. Your treatment plan will include a personalized timeline.

Yes. Dentures and partials at Summit Dental are custom-designed to closely match your natural teeth and gum tissue in shape and color.