Pinhole Surgical Technique
Pinhole gum surgery is a surgical technique used to treat gum recession, without grafting.
Implant Dentures
The Implant Supported Prostheses treatment replaces your missing teeth with a full dental bridge supported by dental implants.
Porcelain Veneers
Veneers are an ideal cosmetic solution for everyone who desires a beautiful smile with minimal invasions into their teeth.
Dental Bonding
Laser teeth whitening allows us to whiten your teeth for as much as 8 shades in just one visit.
Root Canal
A dental restoration refers to procedures that a specialist performs to keep your mouth healthy and functional.
Common Causes of Dental Implant Failure
Dental implants are the ultimate solution for those who need to replace missing teeth. They provide an alternative to dentures and bridges for those who are so inclined, and for the most part have a great acceptance and success rate. However, there are circumstances that can result in dental implant failure. Today, we're going to take a look at what these are so that you can make more informed decisions should you be considering a dental implant, or are concerned about the ones you have now.
5 Reasons Why Dental Implants May Fail and What You Can Do About It
When Does a Tooth Need a Crown?
One of the most commonly asked questions in the field of specialized dentistry, is in regards to when teeth are in need of a dental crown. Before answering that question, allows us to first define what a crown is in this context. The Canadian Dental Association (CDA) defines a crown (aka a cap) as a hollow, artificial tooth that is applied to cover a damaged or decayed tooth. While that definition alone provides you with a partial answer to the question as to when a tooth needs a crown, we are here to provide a more succinct look at when it may indeed be an option for your oral cavity condition.
6 Reasons Why Your Tooth (or Teeth) May Need a Dental Crown
Receding Gums in Child - What Parents Need to Know
Cavities typically make up the primary concern for parents monitoring their child's dental health. However, one ailment most commonly associated with adults over the age of 40 that may also rear its head beginning at around the age of 10, is gingival recession. And it's not as far fetched as you may think, as within Greater Vancouver BC alone search engine data notes that up to one-hundred people per month are online and searching for information about receding gums in adolescents. While some parents take a "wait and see" stance when it comes to their child's appearance of receding gums, the increased sensitivity to foods/beverages and correlated risk of subsequent tooth decay and premature tooth loss is a clear call to action to investigate further. If you've noticed that your preteen or teen appears to have abnormally exposed gums at one or more point along their dental cavity please keep reading.
