Dental services

Crowns and bridges

Crowns/Bridges

Both bridges and crowns are permanent prosthetic dental devices. The bridge or crown is permanently secured over implants or existing teeth. They can only be removed or repaired by a dentist.
Crowns can improve a tooth’s appearance, alignment or shape. Ceramic or porcelain crowns can easily match the existing color of your natural teeth. Other crown materials include metal alloys, acrylic, and even gold. The dentist will decide what material suits you best depending on the condition of your tooth, location, and case.
A bridge is often preferred when a patient is missing one or more teeth. Without a bridge, teeth surrounding a gap may eventually shift or rotate toward the empty space, which would result in a bad bite.

Full & Partial Dentures

A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Two types of dentures are available – complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some natural teeth remain.

Full & Partial Dentures
Dental telescopic work

Dental telescopic work

Telescope dentures/ bridges are an outstanding option for the prosthetic treatment of patients with reduced dentition. This fixed but removable telescopic denture is easy to clean and repaire if necessary.
Dental telescopic work, also known as telescopic crowns or double crown restorations, is a dental prosthetic technique used to restore partially edentulous (toothless) jaws. It involves the use of two crowns: an inner crown (primary crown) that fits over the prepared tooth stump or implant abutment, and an outer crown (secondary crown) that fits over the primary crown.
The primary crown is fixed onto the prepared tooth stump or dental implant using traditional dental cement or other appropriate bonding techniques that maybe required. The primary crown provides stability and retention for the removable prosthesis. The secondary crown, also known as the telescopic crown or coping, fits precisely over the primary crown.

The primary crown is fixed onto the prepared tooth stump or dental implant using traditional dental cement or other appropriate bonding techniques that maybe required. The primary crown provides stability and retention for the removable prosthesis. The secondary crown, also known as the telescopic crown or coping, fits precisely over the primary crown.

Telescopic crowns are commonly used in removable partial dentures, which replace multiple missing teeth. The primary advantage of telescopic work is the improved stability and retention it offers compared to conventional removable dentures. The precise fit between the primary and secondary crowns helps minimize movement and rocking of the prosthesis during chewing and speaking, providing enhanced comfort and functionality for the patient.

Another big advantage of telescopic work is that there is no need to pull out all of the patient’s teeth, just to grind them down. Later, if a tooth needs to be extracted for any reason (pain…etc), it can be done at any time and there is no need to redo the already completed work.

The fabrication of telescopic crowns requires careful planning and coordination between the dentist and the dental laboratory. The dentist prepares the tooth stumps or implants, takes impressions, and sends them to the dental laboratory. The dental technician then fabricates the primary and secondary crowns to ensure a precise fit and optimal function.

Implants

There are several options for replacing missing teeth, but dental implants are revolutionary. By using a titanium screw and a prosthetic tooth, you have a permanent solution to fill the gaps in your mouth. It looks completely natural, and you never have to take it out.
When are dental implants needed?
In modern dentistry, dental implants are commonly used to replace missing teeth. With this treatment method, a metal post is surgically implanted into the bone, mimicking the natural root of a tooth. The top of the post sticks up through the gums into the oral cavity. Following dental implant procedures, the bone heals around the implant and holds it in place as if it were the root of the original tooth. Once the post is in place, a false tooth is attached, replacing the missing tooth.

There are a variety of situations where dental implants are needed. Some of the most common include the following:

  • To replace a missing tooth after a dental extraction.
  • To replace teeth that are lost due to trauma.
  • To replace teeth that are lost due to aging.
implants
All on 4

All-on-4

The all-on-4 procedure involved embedding 4 anchor points into the gums to provide support to a full denture. These dentures are also called snap-in dentures, implant-supported dentures, permanent dentures, denture implants, all-on-4, and full denture implants. All-on-4 implants are replacements for whole rows of upper or lower teeth. The implanted teeth look natural and feel just like your real teeth.
Dental implants can be brushed and flossed just like natural teeth. Unlike dentures, they remain in the mouth at all times, making them a much more convenient and practical option.
Dental implants are also used to support other integral dental prosthetics such as removable dentures, permanent bridges, and crowns. Dental implants also ensure dentures never fall out, which means you can eat and smile with confidence.
Implant-supported dentures are more comfortable and provide a more natural feel compared to standard dentures.

After the implant treatment, each patient gets an Implant Passport. It contains:

  • the date of the dental implant procedure,
  • the name (manufacturer) of the dental implants inserted,
  • the position of the dental implants,
  • the dimensions of each dental implant,
  • a unique serial number of the dental implants to guarantee originality and quality,
  • and the stamp and signature of the dentist who performed the implant procedure.

It’s important since each implant brand needs specific tools for placing and removing. A dental implant passport is valid worldwide and is a recognized medical document.

Bar-supported dentures

When it comes to removable dentures, there are a variety of options that give you the chance to receive the strength that comes with implants mixed with the easy cleaning of removable dentures. One of these options is a bar-retained, but implant supported a denture. This system utilizes three or four implants that are attached to a bar. This bar is custom made for your mouth and your specific needs, following your jaw line.

Your dentures are made with a series of clips on the bottom. These attach securely to the bar in your mouth (which is permanent) to ensure a strong support to keep your dentures from falling out and giving you a wider range of uninhibited eating and speaking abilities. These are used on either the upper or lower jaw, and are great because the denture can be removed for easy cleaning and then our patients simply have to brush the bar itself!

bar supported dentures
Bone grafting

Bone grafting

A dental bone graft is necessary when bone loss has occurred in the jaw. This procedure is commonly performed prior to the dental implant placement or when bone loss is negatively affecting neighboring teeth. A dental bone graft adds volume and density to your jaw in areas where bone loss has occurred.
Once the bone graft has been placed, it holds space for your own body to do the repair work. In other words, a dental bone graft is like a scaffold on which your own bone tissue can grow and regenerate.

This procedure may be recommended if you:

  • are having a tooth extracted
  • plan to replace a missing tooth with a dental implant
  • need to rebuild the jaw before getting dentures
  • have areas of bone loss due to gum (periodontal) disease.

Dental bone grafts are extremely common. In most cases, bone grafts for dental implants must heal completely before the actual implant is placed. Because each person is unique, recovery times vary.

Root Canal Treatment/Endodontics

In many cases where an infection is present the pain can be unbearable and a root canal or endodontic procedure is often required. Endodontics is a specialty within the field of dentistry that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing issues that involve dental pulp.
With a root canal, any damaged or infected pulp is removed from the tooth. Then, the root canal is shaped, cleaned, and finally disinfected, after which it is filled with a special filling material. The tooth itself is then sealed and is usually capped with a crown.

Root Canal Treatment/Endodontics

Extractions

Tooth extractions are performed for a wide variety of reasons, including:

  • Tooth decay that has destroyed enough tooth structure to prevent restoration
  • Severely infected teeth that cannot be saved
  • Problematic wisdom teeth
  • Extractions of permanent teeth to make space in connection with orthodontic treatment

We also provide proper guidance and support for aftercare of a tooth extraction, to avoid any problems once the procedure is complete.

Dental Fillings

When it comes to removing minor tooth decay and restoring the appearance of teeth, dental fillings are the standard procedure for achieving a beautiful and cost-effective result.
A filling restores a section of a tooth damaged by decay. By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, the filling prevents further decay. We typically use a composite resin that is the same colour as the tooth. The ingredients are placed into the cavity and hardened. The resin bonds to the tooth and can increase its strength. This typically lasts a minimum of 10 years.

dental cleanings

Professional Dental Cleanings

Dental cleaning procedure contains several steps.
Each teeth cleaning service starts with a physical examination of the mouth, to ensure there are no signs of any potential problems in the hard or soft tissue. This is where your dentist or dental hygienist will use a small circular mirror to examine the back of the teeth and the gum line, taking note if there are any cavities, inflammation, or discoloration.
After that, the dental hygienist will identify areas of tartar and teeth plaque. Plaque is a soft film covering your teeth that can be removed by proper brushing, tartar or calculus is hardened plaque that can be eliminated only with the help of dental instruments.

After that, the hygienist will remove obvious deposits of calculus using an ultrasonic scaler that sprays water. The hygienists will clean all the surfaces of your teeth — even the tiny spaces between teeth and along the gum line where plaque and tartar form and gum disease-causing bacteria gather.
The last part of dental teeth cleaning is performed using prophy paste. Prophy paste has a coarse quality that dissolves into a finer texture as it removes the remainder of the plaque from your teeth. This is the part patients like best, for it is at this point that one’s teeth become bright, shiny, and smooth.

Professional teeth cleaning is recommended once a year!

Air-flow cleaning

Do you have stains and discoloration caused by smoking or by drinking red wine, tea, and coffee, or prolonged use of strong mouthwash? KaVo now has a new polishing machine to help you achieve a cleaner, brighter smile. The innovative Air Flow polishing technique uses a machine that cleans and polishes the teeth with a mix of water, compressed air, and fine powder particles.
How does it work?
A powerful yet controlled jet of water, air and fine powder polish all the surfaces of a tooth, removing plaque, discoloration and soft deposits. It is far more efficient than the traditional scale and polish treatment at removing stubborn stains. Air polishing is completely safe to use with dental implants, veneers, crowns, bridges, and orthodontics. We even reach interdental areas easily. With no instrument contact, the technique does not generate any heat or vibration.

Air-flow cleaning
Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening

Teeth discoloration is caused by many reasons, including years of stain accumulation from specific foods and beverages as well as cigarettes. Some medications can cause teeth to turn dark, as can some diseases. Teeth can turn dark on the outside or they can become discolored inside as a result of trauma, disease, or irregular teeth cleaning. Teeth whitening treatments are ineffective for discoloration that occurs inside the teeth. Before your whitening treatment, your teeth will be examined to help determine the cause of discoloration to ensure whitening is the best option.

We use a specially-formulated hydrogen peroxide-based gel developed specifically for professional tooth whitening in a dentist’s office. As a result, it’s much more effective and provides more consistent and longer-lasting results than products you can buy in a store. During the whitening procedure, the gel will be applied to your teeth and an activating light will be used to help the gel achieve its optimal effects. A mouthpiece will be used to help hold your lips back from your teeth to ensure the entire tooth surface is exposed to the gel and the light. Once the treatment is finished – a whitening process that takes about 15-20 minutes – the gel will be removed, revealing your whiter, brighter smile.

Whitening products are not made to whiten and lighten restorations like veneers or fillings. If these become permanently stained, they’ll probably have to be replaced.

Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are protective, composite seals placed over the crevices in the teeth where decay most often starts. They have proven successful in preventing cavities. Sealants are advisable for kids that are prone to cavities, although we suggest considering sealants for kids in general, as it can be difficult to monitor their tooth brushing.

Dental Sealants
Mouth Guards & Sports Guards

Mouth Guards & Sports Guards

Mouth guards are usually worn to prevent teeth grinding that can wear down tooth surfaces, increasing the risk for decay, gum disease and even tooth loss. Grinding or bruxism can also cause temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), a condition that can cause chronic jaw pain and headaches as well as a “clicking” noise when you chew or yawn.

What causes teeth grinding?
Teeth grinding can occur for many reasons, including chronic stress and an unbalanced bite that develops as a result of missing teeth or teeth that are damaged or crooked. Sometimes, correcting damaged teeth, replacing missing teeth or undergoing orthodontic treatment can help resolve chronic teeth grinding. In other cases, stress management may help. Once grinding has become a habit, it can be difficult to stop. Having a night guard in place prevents the damage that can occur as a result of grinding and clenching which tend to occur more commonly during sleep.

We provide patients with custom sports guards and night guards that are designed to fit their mouths comfortably and securely. The process begins with impressions of the upper and lower teeth. The impressions are sent to a dental lab where state-of-the-art materials are used to precisely fabricate the guards so they achieve a precise and comfortable fit for your mouth.

PMMA (long-term temporary teeth)

Polymethyl methacrylate acrylic (PMMA) milled crowns are an adequate, temporary, fast and reliable way to save chairside time, while the hardness and resistance of the material is perfect for the preparation of provisional pieces, designed for use until a definitive restoration can be made.
PMMA crowns are designed using CAD/CAM technology; the material comes in a number of different shades to help you select the appropriate temporary solution for you.

PMMA
Sedation Dentistry

Sedation Dentistry

In multiple studies, fear is the number one reason people don’t go to the dentist for regular checkups. Most adults have this fear due to their high sensitivity to pain. If you think you are one of them, we recommend dental treatments under sedation. Sedation dentistry is a safe and easy way for patients to get work done, who are fearful of pain and dental procedures.
Sedation dentistry helps you feel calm, relaxed and at ease during dental procedures. It’s a moderate level of sedation, so you’re still technically awake but feeling very carefree. You’ll still receive local anesthetic to numb your teeth and gums, but your dentist usually does this once you’re already feeling comfortable from the sedatives. After treatment you’ll need a trusted friend or family member to drive you home after your appointment. You should go straight home and rest while the sedative medication wears off.
The anesthesia is administered by an anesthesiologist and her/his assistant, who are present throughout the dental treatment.

Who needs sedation dentistry?

People of all ages can benefit from sedation dentistry. Dentists often recommend this option for those with:

  • Dental anxiety
  • A fear of visiting the dentist
  • An overly sensitive gag reflex
  • A fear of needles
  • Decreased sensitivity to local anesthesia
  • Difficulty controlling movements

Sterilization in the Dental Practice

Sterilization is an essential step in the reprocessing of reusable dental instruments that have become contaminated, or are potentially contaminated, with saliva, blood or other biological fluids. The aim of sterilization is to break the chain of potential cross-infection between patients by killing microorganisms, including spores.

Sterilization steps:

  • cleaning
  • using Ultrasonic Cleaner Machine
  • rinsing
  • drying
  • inspection
  • wrapping before sterilization
  • Autoclave Sterilization Process
Sterilization in the Dental Practice
shade selection

Shade selection

Shade selection in dentistry is a crucial step in restorative and cosmetic dental procedures, particularly for dental crowns, bridges, veneers, and tooth-colored fillings. The goal is to match the color of the dental restoration as closely as possible to the natural color of the patient’s teeth, creating a seamless and esthetically pleasing result.

Dentists use a shade guide, which is a collection of artificial teeth of various shades, to compare and select the closest match to the patient’s natural teeth. Shade guides typically consist of a range of shades from light to dark, with variations in color and brightness.
Before the shade selection process begins, dentists may discuss the patient’s preferences and expectations regarding the final appearance of the restoration. Factors such as age, gender, and skin tone may also be considered during this consultation.

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