Originally started by Dr. John P. Gates in 1979, Gates Family Dentistry has now been serving the local community for over 40 years. Dr. Gates' vision was to establish a practice centered on quality dentistry and a positive experience for patients. Today, even after retiring in 2016, his vision thrives and is being continued by his son, Dr. Gregory Gates.
Throughout the years, the practice has undergone significant expansion and modernization to better serve our patients. This also has enabled a current, state-of-the-art dentistry experience for both patients and staff. Presently we have 2 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, 4 dental assistants, and 2 administrative assistants.
Throughout the years, the practice has undergone significant expansion and modernization to better serve our patients. This also has enabled a current, state-of-the-art dentistry experience for both patients and staff. Presently we have 2 dentists, 3 dental hygienists, 4 dental assistants, and 2 administrative assistants.
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She coordinates scheduling, insurance, communication with specialists/laboratories, and data entry. She assists with scheduling, communication with specialists/laboratories, data entry, and sterilization. Emily is our newest team member, joining in 2021, we are proud to welcome her to Gates Family Dentistry.
A preventive program is a cooperative effort by the patient, dentist, and dental staff to preserve the natural dentition and supporting structures by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions. Preventing dental disease starts at home with good oral hygiene and a balanced diet.
Intraoral cameras are changing the face of routine dental appointments. The intraoral camera gives the patient a unique view of the mouth, enabling them to see and understand diagnoses, as well as make informed treatment decisions. Utilizing intraoral cameras is a completely comfortable process for patients, and provides an honest assessment of the teeth.
Digital radiography (digital X-ray) is the latest technology used to take dental X-rays. This technique uses an electronic sensor (instead of X-ray film) that captures and stores the digital image on a computer. Digital X-rays reduce radiation 80-90% compared to the already low exposure of traditional dental X-rays.
Panoramic X-rays (also known as Panorex(R) or orthopantomograms) are wraparound radiographs of the face and teeth. They offer a view that would otherwise be invisible to the naked eye. X-rays in general, expose hidden structures, such as wisdom teeth, reveal preliminary signs of cavities, and also show fractures and bone loss.
