Your friendly Winston Salem dentist

Welcome to the office of top Winston-Salem, NC dentist Jeffrey J. Tibbs, DDS, PA. We are so pleased you stopped by to learn more about our dental practice and the wide array of services we provide in a friendly, comfortable setting.

Dr. Jeffrey Tibbs has been practicing dentistry for more than 30 years and enjoys getting to know his patients and showing them the benefits of good oral health. We serve friends and neighbors in Winston-Salem, NC and the surrounding areas with high-quality care that always exceeds expectations. We’d love the opportunity to show you the Jeffrey Tibbs, DDS, PA difference, too!

We provide diverse dental care backed by experience.

This includes the following:

• General dentistry
• Preventive dentistry
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Crowns and bridges
• Dental implants
• Dentures and partials
• Digital x-rays
• Root canal therapy
• Tooth-colored fillings
• Dental extractions

If you’re looking for well-rounded dentistry in Winston-Salem, NC, contact our office at (336) 765-7477 to schedule an appointment. You can also book online for convenience.

Meanwhile, we’ve collected our most frequently asked questions to give you a better idea of how we serve patients in our dental office.

• What is the difference between general dentistry and preventive dentistry?
• Why do I need a crown instead of a filling?
• Can you hide my filling?
• How is a partial denture different from a dental bridge?
• What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?
• Are dental implants right for me?
• What types of cosmetic dentistry do you offer?
• Do you take my insurance?

What is the difference between general dentistry and preventive dentistry?

Preventive dentistry relies on a proactive approach to dental care. In other words, preventive maintenance that helps your teeth last a lifetime. This includes:

• Regular dental exams at least twice per year
• Dental cleanings every six months
• Periodic digital x-rays

The above is recommended by the American Dental Association, and patients who adhere to this tend to have fewer cavities, fewer incidence of periodontal disease, fewer dental emergencies, and a reduced incidence of tooth loss.  However, we customize our treatment plans to meet your unique oral health issues, which means appointment frequency varies based on your preventive dentistry needs.

If preventive dentistry is maintenance, general dentistry is “on the spot” safeguarding. General dentistry treats issues that arise periodically.

Our Winston-Salem, NC general dentist may utilize one or more of the following general dentistry treatments or procedures based on your situation:

• Root canal
• Filling
• Dental extraction

Why do I need a crown instead of a filling?

When you have a deep cavity that requires a root canal, a filling may not be strong enough to keep your tooth viable. In this situation, our top general dentist may recommend a crown.

If you’ve had a root canal in the past that has failed and weakened your tooth, a dental crown is also a great way to save that tooth from breakage or loss.

A dental crown, aside from being aesthetically attractive, can help save a damaged tooth. It is a tooth-shaped cover that goes on over a prepared tooth. It looks and functions like a natural tooth and always colored to match your smile!

Can you hide my filling?

Absolutely! We understand that you don’t want a silver-colored filling or anything else metallic to take away from your smile.

Fillings have come a long way in recent years, and fillings in Winston-Salem, NC can even be shaded to match your teeth. No more silver but a color that blends in seamlessly and a polish that looks just like tooth enamel. No one will guess you’ve had a filling.

Our tooth-colored fillings, in fact, are a patient favorite.

How is a partial denture different from a dental bridge?

A partial denture is a plate or arch of tooth restorations that stand in for missing teeth. Generally, a partial denture fits around existing teeth and is removable for cleaning, rest, or when sleeping.

A dental bridge, on the other hand, is a natural-looking restoration (or restorations) secured between adjacent teeth with crowns and sometimes a dental implant. A dental bridge is not removable.

Partial dentures in Winston-Salem, NC are custom designed to fit your mouth. At Jeffrey J Tibbs DDS, PA, we pay special attention to the contours of your mouth and always make certain that your partial denture or bridge matches your teeth and fits your unique smile.

What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?

When you lose a tooth, it’s critical to have it replaced as soon as possible. A gap in your smile is unattractive, but that’s not your biggest problem. You may find it difficult to speak clearly, and a missing tooth can make eating your favorite foods difficult or impossible

A missing tooth also creates oral health problems that result in complicated treatments. The teeth adjacent to the space can start to drift, causing alignment issues that may eventually require orthodontics.

At our dental office, we offer tooth replacement solutions to fit your individual needs.

• Full and partial dentures are a popular option because they work well for nearly everyone. If you resist the idea of dentures, you should know that technology and materials have dramatically improved their look, fit, and feel.
• Dental implants are an ideal replacement because the implant post is rooted in your jaw and creates a stable base for the restoration we attach to it. We often use crowns to provide function for your implant, but you can also choose fixed bridges and full or partial dentures if you have multiple missing teeth.

Tooth Replacement in Winston-Salem, NC is what we do best!

Are dental implants right for me?

Dental implants begin with a comprehensive evaluation by our top Salem-NC implant dentist. During this exam, you can ask questions and share any relevant medical history. If Dr. Jeffrey Tibbs feels you’re a good candidate for dental implants, the next step is implant placement.

Dental implants are small posts made of strong titanium. These posts are implanted in your gum and fuse with your jawbone over a period of months. When fusing is complete, these posts are anchors for your tooth restorations.

You can opt for a few implant posts to support an entire arch of restoration teeth, too.

Dental implants are the gold standard in tooth restorations because they provide a natural-looking and permanent solution to missing teeth. Additionally, they are easy to care for and require no special maintenance. In fact, you care for an implant the same way you care for a natural tooth.

• Brush and floss
• Visit our dentist regularly
• Don’t skip professional teeth cleanings

While a dental implant cannot decay, it will not prevent gum disease. This is why regular dental visits are so important.

What types of cosmetic dentistry do you offer?

At Jeffrey Tibbs, DDS, PA, we offer several cosmetic dentistry options to meet your needs and the goals you want to achieve for your smile.

These options include:

• Dental implants—the best option for replacing missing teeth.
• Porcelain veneers—to camouflage discoloration, tooth shape, tooth height, and reverse gummy smiles.
• All porcelain crowns—to conceal damaged teeth, restore strength, and hide discoloration
• Tooth-colored fillings and bonding—composite materials to fill a cavity or conceal unflattering cosmetic issues.
• Professional teeth whitening—heads above anything you can purchase in the supermarket. Our cosmetic dentist utilizes the best whitening therapies to brighten your smile.

Do you take my insurance?

Trying to make sense of your dental insurance can be overwhelming, but we are here to handle the details for you. We accept all insurances and will file pre-treatment estimates and claims on your behalf. You don’t have to worry whether you are getting the most out of your coverage because it’s our job to help you.

If you are interested in financing the cost of your treatment, we are happy to offer CareCredit interest-free financing. CareCredit allows you to get the care you need now and pay off the balance in manageable amounts over a period of several months. As long as you make all your payments within the agreed period, you will not be charged any interest.

Your Winston Salem dentist

At Jeffrey Tibbs, DDS, PA, we love getting to know our patients because it helps us understand what’s important to you and how we can help you achieve your goals for a healthier smile. 

It’s no secret that dental care is a challenge for some people, but you can be confident that we understand your concerns and will do everything possible to help you relax so you can get the care you need.

Remember, when you’re in our Winston-Salem, NC Dental office, you are family. Give us a call today to become our new patient.

COVID-19 Information

We hope this finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety.

Infection control has always been a top priority for our practice and you may have seen this during your visits to our office. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. We want to tell you about the infection control procedures we follow in our practice to keep patients and staff safe.

Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow the activities of these agencies so that we are up-to-date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued.

You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example:

• Our office will communicate with you beforehand to ask some screening questions. You’ll be asked those same questions again when you are in the office.
• We have hand sanitizer that we will ask you to use when you enter the office. You will also find some in the reception area and other places in the office for you to use as needed.
• You may see that our waiting room will no longer offer magazines, children’s toys and so forth, since those items are difficult to clean and disinfect.
• Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients. That might mean that you’re offered fewer options for scheduling your appointment.
• We will do our best to allow greater time between patients to reduce waiting times for you, as well as to reduce the number of patients in the reception area at any one time.

We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take to keep you, and every patient, safe in our practice. To make an appointment, please call our office at 336-765-7477.

Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors and friends.