Invisalign
An orthodontic technique that is virtually invisible. Invisalign will gradually reposition teeth through a series of custom made clear comfortable removable aligners. Invisalign is an alternative to the metal wire and brackets for most patients and is effective at straightening teeth, closing spaces, and building confidence when showing your smile. To discuss the treatment please call the office for an orthodontic consultation.
Implants
Dental implants are a non removable titanium root that is placed into the jaw bone. This artificial root integrates with the bone and becomes a good anchor to restore a single missing tooth, multiple teeth or in some cases a full set of replacement teeth. Implants can be used to provide stability for patients who wear a full set of dentures.
Mini Implant Surgery
For patients who struggle daily with loose and ill fitting dentures suffer a great deal with everyday function like eating, talking, and smiling. Due to a reduced bone ridge there is lack of support to hold the denture. Mini implants are placed on the bone ridge and attachments are inserted into the denture which snaps the denture firmly into place. This technique will stabilize the denture and restore proper daily function and confidence in your smile. The denture is easily removed daily for cleaning.
Mini implants are also used to replace single missing front teeth. With conventional implants a specific bone width is required. Mini implants are designed smaller in diameter which allows placement where space is limited.
Periodontal Surgery and Alloderm Grafting
When there is damage to the gums often periodontal surgery is needed to restore the gums back to health. Perio surgery can entail removing gum tissue for crown lengthening, recontouring the gums for aesthetic appearance, or covering areas of exposed root using Alloderm. Many patients suffer from hypersensitivity caused from root exposure. Coverage of the roots reduces the sensitivity, decreases the risk of decay, and enhances appearance.
Aesthetic Contouring/Bonding
This technique can be used to alter the shape of worn or chipped teeth - providing the damage is not too great. Composite materials are used to reshape defects and close spaces between teeth. The results are performed quickly, but the patient should be prepared to replace these restorations more frequently. Better long-term alternatives involve veneers or crowns.
Cosmetic Dentistry
This is a category of dentistry that concentrates on having your teeth look the best that they can be as well as lasting longer. It may include veneers, composite or ceramic inlays, crowns bridges and tooth coloured fillings.
Crowns ('Cap')
These are used when a tooth is heavily filled or was previously treated with a root canal treatment. Crowns provide excellent strength to the tooth while improving overall aesthetics.
Veneers
These are thin porcelain surfaces that are bonded over the front tooth surface. Very little tooth reduction is needed in order to have a veneer. Veneers can be used to restore ageing teeth that are worn down, close spaces and change the colour of teeth or repair chipped teeth.
Bridges
Bridges are restorations designed to replace missing teeth. It involves reducing the size of the teeth next to the space that act as supports. There is a limit to the length which can be bridged and there needs to be a tooth support at each end for long term success.
Inlays
When the cavity is large, an inlay may be needed for strength. These restorations are fabricated by a dental lab and usually require two or more appointments at the office for insertion.
CEREC
We use a new technology that enables us to do a lot of our cosmetic dental procedures in a single visit. To find our more, please visit out
Patient Education page.
Tooth Whitening / Bleaching
Whitening is a very effective technique for lightening teeth (enamel). There are different methods such as a custom home whitening kit or in office Laser Tooth Whitening. It will not, however alter the appearance of fillings or crowns.
Dentures
These can be full (whole arch or whole mouth) or partial (replacing one or several teeth). All dentures are removable and have a tendency to move. To achieve stability, partial dentures need clasps (or hooks) to help the partial hang on to the natural teeth. Both partial and complete dentures can be made to appear quite natural using the latest artificial teeth and acrylics.
Root Canal Treatment
There is often damage to the nerves and soft tissues inside your teeth requiring the need to have a root canal performed. Essentially this is the process of removing this soft tissue from inside the teeth to end pain, sensitivity or recurring infection.
Wisdom Tooth Removal
When a wisdom tooth does not develop properly it may not come up through the gum or it may only come through part way. In both cases it is better for long-term results to have the wisdom teeth removed to avoid future health problems.
Preventive Hygiene
Going to the dental office for regular checkups will be one of the most effective ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. By a close examination and cleaning your dental professional will be able to detect early signs of tooth decay or damage to the gums/
The regular removal of stain, plaque and tartar is absolutely essential to the long-term look and health of teeth and gums. The dental hygienist provides this service.
Sealants
Sealants are an excellent way to reduce the incidence of cavities in a young persons mouth. A sealant is simply a very thin layer of material that is bonded to the biting surface of the back teeth creating a barrier that protects the teeth from getting cavities.
Grinding Teeth (Bruxing)
Bruxing is the unintentional grinding together of your teeth. Most people do not even know that they are doing it because they are sleeping or concentrating on some activity. There needs to be therapy to keep the teeth from being damaged by the constant grinding.
Sports Guards
Sports Guards are a must for protecting teeth from having teeth damaged by sports activities. A custom fitted sports mouth guard reduces the number of sports injuries to the teeth.
