Alpha Dental - Dentist and Oral Surgeon in West Columbus, Ohio

At our West Broad Street office, you can receive care for the whole family, including routine exams, professional cleanings, and fillings. We also provide cosmetic and restorative services such as crowns, bridges, and teeth whitening. When it’s appropriate, our team offers oral surgery and other advanced procedures, with sedation options available for dental patients who need extra help staying relaxed.

Yes. Our dentist near you in West Columbus is happy to see new patients of many ages. We typically begin caring for children around age three and involve parents or guardians so kids feel secure during their visits. Whether you’re coming in for routine care or more involved treatment, we aim to make it easy for your household to receive care in one convenient location.

At Alpha Dental West Columbus, we provide several common oral surgery treatments, including wisdom tooth removal, full-mouth extractions, alveoloplasty, exostosis removal, and root tip removal. When patients have concerns such as oral lesions, facial pain, or TMJ-related symptoms, we can evaluate the situation and, when needed, coordinate care with trusted specialists for more advanced management.

For many people, a checkup and cleaning about twice a year works well, but some patients with a history of gum infection or higher risk for cavities may need to be seen more often. During your visit, we’ll assess your oral health, review your medical history, and recommend a personalized schedule tailored to your specific needs, rather than a one-size-fits-all timeline.

A surgical extraction is often recommended when a tooth is trapped in the bone or gums, hasn’t fully erupted, is severely broken down, or has roots that are difficult to reach. In these cases, our team in West Columbus may gently open the gum and remove a small amount of bone so the tooth can be taken out in sections, then place stitches to support healing.

Most patients start to feel better over the first few days after an extraction. Some soreness, swelling, and minor oozing are common early on. You’ll receive written instructions on how to care for the area, what to eat, and what habits to avoid while it heals. If discomfort or swelling suddenly increases instead of improving, contact our West Columbus office so we can check the site.

At our West Columbus location, we can improve the appearance of your smile with options such as professional teeth whitening, tooth-colored fillings, crowns, veneers, bridges, and dental implants. Before starting any cosmetic treatment, we discuss what you’d like to change and evaluate your teeth and gums so the plan supports both how your smile looks and how it functions.

Daily care at home plays a big role. Clean your teeth thoroughly twice a day, use products that contain fluoride, and clean between your teeth with floss or another interdental aid. Try not to sip on sugary or acidic drinks all day, and choose water often. Regular visits to our West Columbus office allow us to remove hardened buildup and catch early changes before they become bigger issues.

When it’s done under a dentist’s guidance, professional whitening is considered a safe option for healthy teeth and gums. At our West Columbus office, we first check your mouth for any issues that should be treated before whitening. Then we apply a controlled-strength whitening gel to your teeth, and in some cases, use a light to activate it. Treatment is monitored closely to reduce sensitivity and achieve even results.

For your first visit, it’s helpful to bring a government-issued photo ID, your dental insurance card if you have coverage, a list of any medicines you take regularly, and recent dental records or X-rays if you have them. Arriving a bit early gives you time to complete the forms and discuss your appointment with our front desk team before it begins.