Orthodontics

• Braces
  Crooked teeth are more than just an aesthetic issue. They can cause issues with your bite and oral health. General dentist Dr. Daryle Mahnke in Bay City, MI is trained in treating crooked teeth and offers a number of contemporary and comprehensive solutions for crooked teeth including treatment options for straightening teeth with or without braces.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Dental implants are a secure, natural-looking option to replace missing teeth. Many patients prefer implants to other prosthetics because they look and feel just like natural teeth. Dental implants can renew your appearance, rejuvenate your oral health, and return your ability to eat, laugh, and smile with confidence.

Restorative

• Bridges
  For patients who are missing teeth, Bay City dentist Dr. Daryle Mahnke offers dental bridges as a long-lasting, natural-looking replacement option. Dr. Mahnke understands that finding the right solution to restore missing teeth can be a nerve-racking process. Dr. Mahnke works on a one on one basis with each of his patients to identify their cosmetic goals, budget, and lifestyle before recommending which solution will work best for their dental needs.
• Restorative Dentistry
  Dr. Mahnke offers a wide range of restorative dental care services in his Bay City, MI dental office. Restorative dentistry is focused on restoring health, aesthetics, and function to teeth that are broken, worn down or missing. Restorative dentistry may include the treatment of periodontal (gum) disease, tooth decay, and occlusal (bite) disorders such as TMJ dysfunction.
• Dental Bonding
  Dental Bonding – Cosmetic dental bonding is a simple procedure, typically completed in a single visit. The dentist will apply a tooth-colored, biocompatible composite resin directly to the tooth. The composite material is sculpted into the proper shape and form, then “bonded” to the tooth using a special light.
• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  White fillings are tooth-colored dental fillings that are created to blend seamlessly with your natural smile. They are made of composite resin or porcelain. White fillings are virtually undetectable and provide long lasting strength and durability.
• Veneers
  Dr. Manhke uses a variety of materials for dental veneers from porcelain veneers to resin veneers. Whether you want a subtle change or dramatic transformation, we have the treatment option that is right for you.
• Crowns
  We are one of the few dentists in Bay City, MI to have CEREC technology. This advanced CAD/CAM system allows Dr. Mahnke to design, fabricate and place highly aesthetic dental restorations in the comfort of our Bay City Dental office. Restorative treatments such as dental crowns that traditionally required two or three visits can now be done in just one visit to our Bay City dental office.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Root canal treatment has the reputation of being a dreaded procedure; however, under the care of any experienced dentist like Dr. Mahnke, patients have nothing to fear. Bay City, MI general dentist Dr. Mahnke performs root canal therapy with cutting edge technology, helping patients feel more comfortable and relaxed during their root canal procedure.

Prosthodontics

• Dentures
  My experience with Dr. MAHNKE and his staff is excellent, I've had dentures for several years and have never had a more professional, caring experience. I would highly recommend him and give him 10 stars if I could. Thank you…

General

• Teeth Whitening
  To offer patients the most effective solutions, Dr. Mahnke carefully selects professional tooth whitening brands that yield optimal results with minimal sensitivity to teeth and gums. Dr. Mahnke will work with you to determine if professional teeth whitening is right for you. Over the counter teeth whitening treatments can be messy and ineffective; at Bay City Smiles, Dr. Mahnke can provide personalized treatment that can improve the appearance of your smile safely and effectively. Our teeth whitening treatment is uniquely formulated to provide to provide long-lasting, noticeable results.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Dr. Mahnke provides comprehensive family and cosmetic dentistry services in Bay City MI. Our Bay City dental office uses state of the art technology and advanced dentistry techniques to improve the patient experience and deliver the dental care you need to improve your smile. But what really sets us apart is the personalized treatment planning and patient-focused dental care we provide.
• General Dentistry
  Bleeding gums are one of the most common symptoms of gum disease. Gum pain, sore gums, and bleeding gums are often present in patients who have gingivitis, an early stage of gum disease. Bay City, MI dentist Dr. Mahnke treats bleeding gums, gum disease and gingivitis through a wide range of general dentistry treatments.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  To minimize your risk of developing gum disease, follow a healthy oral hygiene routine and schedule biannual dental checkups. Patients should brush, floss, and rinse on a daily basis to keep their teeth clean and lower their risk of developing plaque buildup. Biannual dental checkups allow your dentist to check for early warning signs of gum disease as well as perform a dental cleaning on your teeth to remove any plaque or tartar buildup that may contribute to the development on gum disease.
• Fluoride Treatment
• Dental Sealants
  Dental Sealants – Dr. Mahnke uses dental sealants to prevent tooth decay, which forms a barrier to protect the tooth surface. A dental sealant is a thin coating, made of a bio-compatible plastic. They can be placed in a single visit and offer long-lasting protection.

Diagnostic

• Oral Cancer Screening
• Dental Examination
  One of the things that sets us apart from other dentists in Bay City is our comprehensive examinations. We go beyond a visual inspection of the teeth to look at the entire occlusal system and screen for problems or signs of instability.
• X-rays
  Dr. Mahnke uses digital dental x-rays to capture clear and precise images of the inner workings of the oral system. Our x-ray technology is safe, fast and comfortable. With digital x-rays, images are sent to a computer to be viewed and analyzed instantly. Dr. Mahnke can compare images easily with digital radiographs, giving him the opportunity to identify even the most minor changes.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  After graduation in 2006, Dr. Mahnke completed an additional year of training in a General Practice Residency at the Veteran Affairs Hospital in Ann Arbor. During that year, Dr. Mahnke received additional training in many areas of dentistry including oral surgery, treating patients with complex medical conditions as well as refining his general dentistry skills.
• Flap Surgery
  Patients who have advanced signs of gum disease may require surgery. Some options include flap surgery, bone grafts, soft tissue grafts, guided tissue regeneration, or bone surgery.
• Tooth Extractions
  Dr. Mahnke performs tooth extractions in the convenience of his Bay City, MI dental office. Reasons for tooth extraction might include...

Periodontics

• Deep Cleaning