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Crown & Bridgework
What is a Crown?
What is a Bridge and why are Crowns involved?
Why is Crown and Bridge treatment necessary?
What are the benefits of Crown and Bridge treatment?
Crown and bridge treatment reverses the negative impact of missing teeth in a variety of ways:
- Restores and maintains the natural bite.
- Prevents unnatural stress on the other teeth.
- Keeps opposing teeth in their proper place.
- Prevents shifting and tilting of adjacent teeth.
- Discourages further dental decay and periodontal disease.
- Enhances your smile speech and chewing function.
How is the treatment performed?
Once we determine that crown and bridge treatment is indicated, a series of appointments will be set for you. It is important for you to keep all of these appointments to avoid any delays in treatment.
At the first appointment, we complete a thorough oral examination, including an evaluation of your dental history. Any necessary x-rays are completed at this time. During the restorative procedure, we first anesthetize the area to be treated. Next we carefully shape the tooth or teeth to be crowned to allow the crown or bridge sufficient space for proper fit and appearance. Finally we make an impression of the area and fit the teeth involved with a temporary crown or bridge to protect them until your next appointment.
At the following appointment, we evaluate the final crown or bridge for proper fit before placing it permanently, making final adjustments if necessary. Other factors we carefully consider at this time include:
• Aesthetics – color matching and proportion.
• Function – chewing and biting accuracy.
• Tissue Compatibility – the contour of the bridge must conform to the surrounding tissue in a natural, healthy position.
What is the best way to care for a crown and bridge?
We recommend avoiding sticky foods like caramels, toffee, gum and crunchy foods like hard candy. And please don’t chew ice cubes!
We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have throughout your crown and bridge treatment. During the process we will do everything to ensure your comfort. Our goal is to help you preserve your smile for a lifetime.

Dental Implants
Dental implants may be the answer if you’re looking for an attractive, comfortable and permanent replacement for missing teeth.
Why do you need implants?
Most of us take for granted the work our natural teeth perform over the years. We seldom stop to appreciate how easily we can bite into a juicy steak or enjoy a succulent corn on the cob. We may talk, smile and laugh with confidence and our teeth may function pain free for decades.
That all changes when we are faced with tooth loss or experience the diminished ability of our teeth to perform natural functions. It’s then that we realize the tremendous value of teeth in our lives, and how much they affect our chewing, confidence and appearance. Dental implants have helped hundreds and thousands of people regain the function and confidence they once took for granted.
What is dental implant treatment?
Think of dental implants as metal anchors, usually made of titanium, that are surgically placed into the jawbone to hold permanent replacement teeth or dentures. Through a process called osseointegration, the jawbone actually attaches itself to the implant over time, providing tremendous stability.
To devise the best treatment plan for you, we first complete a thorough oral examination, including x-rays.
The procedure and follow-ups are performed in a dental office using local anesthetic. Depending on your individual situation, other types of anesthesia may be used to ensure your comfort.
During surgery each implant is placed within the jawbone to serve as an anchor for the post which will eventually support the replacement teeth. Generally from three to six months or more is then allowed for the bone tissue to grow around the implants and hold them securely in place.
Immediately after surgery, we will give you specific post surgical instructions to ensure the best possible healing. In addition, we may prescribe medication and in some cases antibiotics to aid in the healing process and help alleviate any discomfort. At this time you may be fitted with temporary dentures to help you function as normally as possible.
You will need to limit your diet to soft foods and follow important oral hygiene instructions. Follow up care is important at this time.
Once the jawbone has firmly healed around the implant, a small post is attached to each implant. The post protrudes through the gumline and serves an anchor for the replacement teeth. This short procedure usually only requires local anesthetic. After your gums have healed, the replacement teeth or dentures are securely attached to the posts.
We are excited to offer this advanced dental restoration alternative to you. It is an important part of our commitment to help you keep a healthy, great looking smile for a lifetime.
Dental implants require a time commitment and dedicated oral hygiene routine for optimal maintenance. In addition, implants require a greater financial investment than that of a removable bridge or conventional denture.
However many people discover the end results – a healthy smile, comfort, greater chewing ability and the confidence that comes with it – make dental implants well worth the investment!
We’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have about implant treatment. During the process we will do everything to ensure your comfort. Our goal is to help you preserve your smile for a lifetime.

Botox
NEUROTOXIN (BOTOX/DYSPORT/XEOMIN)
BOTOX® Treatment
BOTOX® treatment is a revolutionary approach to reversing the affects facial wrinkles. Crow’s feet, worry lines and laugh lines can all be a thing of the past. These are referred to as dynamic wrinkle lines and all are treatable with this procedure. Cosmetic denervation is the process of injecting botox into the tiny facial muscles that create the wrinkles.
Before BOTOX® Surgery
To better understand your overall health, we will evaluate your medical history prior to surgery. In addition, a complete examination of your eyes is made in order to decide the most effective injection sites. All issues and concerns will be discussed.
The areas that will be treated are marked and digital photographs are taken in order to determine the amount of improvement after surgery.
RESTYLANE
Restylane® is made of non-animal based hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance that already exists in the human body and is used to provide volume and fullness to the skin. Unlike rooster-derived hyaluronic acid-based products, Restylane is free from animal proteins. This quality limits any risk of animal-based disease transmission or allergic reaction.
Restylane® requires no pre-testing and the effects generally last for about six months. Restylane is injected directly into the skin in tiny amounts by an ultrafine needle, resulting in minimal discomfort. The procedure is simple and convenient, and the results are practically instantaneous.
TEETH-IN-AN-HOUR
TEETH-IN-AN-HOUR™ is a revolutionary concept providing patients with fully functioning teeth on dental implants in a single procedure that takes about an hour. This technology was developed by Nobel Biocare and utilizes collaboration between both the restorative doctor and the oral surgeon. This merging of knowledge and experience achieves not only increased safety, but also a more precise implant placement. In addition, the fabrication of a final prosthesis is completed prior to the surgery. The computer-guided implant surgery is done in an arthroscopic fashion without requiring any flap reflection. This benefits the patient in that there is less postoperative discomfort, less swelling, and less bruising. Patients can often resume their normal activities the next day.
The process begins when a CAT scan is taken of the patient’s jaw bone. This CAT scan allows for the generation of a three-dimensional model of the jaw bone that can then be used with virtual reality software to plan the implant placement without the presence of the patient. The results are a more accurate implant placement and less chair time for the patient.

Pediatric Dentistry
5 Reasons To See A Pediatric Dentist By Your Child’s First Birthday:
1. Guidelines
The ADA (American Dental Association) and AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) recommend your child to see a pediatric dentist by 1 year old.
2. Dental Home
1 year old is a great age to establish a close relationship between your child, a pediatric dentist and yourself as a parents/care giver.
3. Oral Health
A comprehensive oral exam is important to the well being of your child to evaluate for dental caries, oral pathologies/diseases or abnormalities.
4. Prevention
At an early age your pediatric dentist can create a customized plan for your child that includes oral hygiene, diet, injury prevention, non-nutritive habits, fluoride supplementation and any other of your concerns
5. Finance
Early identification and intervention or oral health problems is the most cost effective way to treat your child’s dental needs. Our office is happy to accept most dental insurances including Husky A+B coverage

Orthodontics
Orthodontics are primarily the practice of straightening crooked and overcrowded teeth and/or aligning the jaws and the bite of upper to lower teeth. The objective of orthodontic treatment is thus twofold – firstly, to improve the appearance of the teeth and hence the smile (which greatly benefits one’s self confidence) and secondly, to improve the bite, which may help minimize the risks of tooth wear and functional and jaw joint problems. Crooked and overcrowded teeth are also more difficult to keep clean and free of tooth decay. Orthodontic treatment for patients with some missing teeth is also possible.
Is there any age limits?
There is no age limit for having orthodontic treatment and there is a variety of ways available to treat specific orthodontic problems. These range from simple treatments (e.g. retainers) to more complex treatments often involving fixed appliances (e.g. braces). The fees for the treatments thus depend upon the complexity of the problem, which is often also related to the duration of the treatment. Payment plans available – just ask us!
Removable appliances or “retainers” are usually used at a younger age, often either to effect simple (but limited) tooth movement or to modify jaw growth, thus addressing correction of the bite and faulty jaw relationships (“functional appliances”).
Fixed Appliances or “braces”
consist of bands and brackets, which are adhered to the teeth, and archwires, which actually move the teeth. We use state of the art and highest quality miniaturized stainless steel braces, less conspicuous Tooth Colored braces, and Invisible or lingual braces (glued to the inside surfaces of the teeth, so they are not visible).
In order to correct the bite and faulty jaw positions (i.e. Dentofacial Orthopaedics), we can use advanced Jaw Orthopedic appliances including Functional Appliances or Headgear (which is worn by growing patients after school and to bed). Headgear is also used to make space for crowded teeth, but in some patients with severe overcrowding, removal of certain teeth is required (we do our best to see if there is any way we can avoid extraction of teeth). Most patients wearing braces also get to wear elastics. Where appropriate, jaw surgery is considered for jaw correction in some non-growing adult patients with severe bite problems
As you can appreciate, the patient’s cooperation in wearing braces, elastics, retainers, or headgear, is VERY important if we’re to achieve a good outcome in the shortest possible time.
We use the newest metal technology available, developed to meet the needs of space travel by NASA. Orthodontic archwires (which actually move the teeth), made from copper, nickel and titanium and which incorporate this technology, are actually activated with changes in temperature. These special properties allow for greater patient comfort, faster tooth movement, and fewer treatment visits to plan in your busy schedule.
Orthodontics is the oldest of all dental Specialities, but it has come a long way of late. The braces are smaller and less conspicuous (and even “invisible”). The wires are gentler and more effective, making treatment faster and less uncomfortable, and better still, newer treatment methods are continually being devised to make it easier for all.
New Patient Consultation
- Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
- Active Orthodontic Treatment
- Retention
At the very first visit, we spend some time examining the patient, both from a facial aspect as well as their teeth and bite, in order to diagnose the problem. We will then explain this to you, and give you an idea of what orthodontic treatment may be involved to correct the problem (and if this is the right time for treatment), its duration and possible cost.
If you’re not ready for treatment yet, we’ll ask to see you again several months later to monitor changes and determine when you’re ready for treatment (and if treatment is really necessary). However, if you are ready for treatment, we will make some moulds (impressions) of your teeth and take photographs of your face and teeth along with X-rays for measurements and analysis. This will enable us to work out an exact individualized treatment for you. This concludes the diagnosis and treatment planning phase of your treatment. After this we see you again for a treatment discussion appointment.