Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry encompasses a variety of services. Teeth whitening, veneers, bonding and teeth alignment are just a few of the cosmetic dentistry services we offer. Our highly trained staff is ready and able to make your dream smile a reality.
| Prosthodontics | Prosthodontics , also known as dental prosthetics or prosthetic dentistry , is the area of dentistry that focuses on dental prostheses . It is one of nine dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA), Royal College of Surgeons of England , Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh , Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland , Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow , Royal College of Dentists of Canada , and Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons . The ADA defines it as the dental specialty pertaining to the diagnosis, treatment planning, rehabilitation and maintenance of the oral function, comfort, appearance and health of patients with clinical conditions associated with missing or deficient teeth or oral and maxillofacial tissues using biocompatible substitutes. |
| Orthodontics | Orthodontia , also known as orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics , is a specialty field of dentistry . An orthodontist is a specialist who has undergone special training in a dental school or college after they have graduated in dentistry. It was established by the efforts of pioneering orthodontists such as Edward Angle and Norman William Kingsley . The specialty deals primarily with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of malpositioned teeth and the jaws. |
| Crowns | A crown is a type of dental restoration which completely caps or encircles a tooth or dental implant . Crowns are often needed when a large cavity threatens the ongoing health of a tooth. They are typically bonded to the tooth using a dental cement . Crowns can be made from many materials, which are usually fabricated using indirect methods . Crowns are often used to improve the strength or appearance of teeth. While inarguably beneficial to dental health, the procedure and materials can be relatively expensive. The most common method of crowning a tooth involves using a dental impression of a prepared tooth by a dentist to fabricate the crown outside of the mouth. The crown can then be inserted at a subsequent dental appointment. Using this indirect method of tooth restoration allows use of strong restorative materials requiring time-consuming fabrication methods requiring intense heat, such as casting metal or firing porcelain which would not be possible to complete inside the mouth. Because of the expansion properties, the relatively similar material costs, and the cosmetic benefit, many patients choose to have their crown fabricated with gold . As new technology and materials science has evolved, computers are increasingly becoming a part of crown fabrication, such as in CAD/CAM dentistry . |
| Gum Grafts | A gingival graft , also called gum graft or periodontal plastic surgery , is a generic name for any of a number of periodontal surgical procedures in which the gum tissue is grafted . The aim may be to cover exposed root surfaces or merely to augment the band of keratinized tissue. |
| Gingivectomy | Gingivectomy is a dental procedure in which a dentist or oral surgeon cuts away part of the gums in the mouth (the gingiva ). By removing the pocket wall, gingivectomy provides visibility and accessibility for complete calculus removal and thorough smoothing of the roots, creating a favorable environment for gingival healing and restoration of a physiologic gingival contour. |
| Teeth Whitening | Tooth whitening (termed tooth bleaching when utilizing bleach), is either the restoration of a natural tooth shade or whitening beyond the natural shade. Restoration of the underlying, natural tooth shade is possible by simply removing surface stains caused by extrinsic factors such as tea, coffee, red wine and tobacco. The build up of calculus and tartar can also influence the staining of teeth. This restoration of the natural tooth shade is achieved by having the teeth cleaned by a dental professional (commonly termed scaling and polishing ), or at home by various oral hygiene methods. Calculus and Tartar are difficult to remove without a professional clean. To whiten the natural tooth shade, bleaching is suggested. It is a common procedure in cosmetic dentistry , and a number of different techniques are used by dental professionals. There is also a plethora of products marketed for home use to do this also. Techniques include bleaching strips, bleaching pens, bleaching gels and laser tooth whitening. Bleaching methods generally use either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide which breaks down into hydrogen peroxide . Common side effects associated with bleaching include increased sensitivity of the teeth and irritation of the gums. |
| Gum Depigmentation | Gum depigmentation , also known as gum bleaching , is a procedure used in cosmetic dentistry to lighten or remove black spots or patches on the gums caused by melanin. Discolouration may also be caused by long-term use of certain medications. The procedure itself can involve surgical, or laser ablation techniques. |
| Orthodontics | Orthodontia , also known as orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics , is a specialty field of dentistry . An orthodontist is a specialist who has undergone special training in a dental school or college after they have graduated in dentistry. It was established by the efforts of pioneering orthodontists such as Edward Angle and Norman William Kingsley . The specialty deals primarily with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of malpositioned teeth and the jaws. |
| Dental Fillings | A dental restoration or dental filling is a treatment to restore the function, integrity, and morphology of missing tooth structure resulting from caries or external trauma as well as to the replacement of such structure supported by dental implants . They are of two broad types— direct and indirect — and are further classified by location and size. A root canal filling , for example, is a restorative technique used to fill the space where the dental pulp normally resides. |
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