Dental cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) or 3D x-day is a superior type of x-ray machine used in circumstances where two dimensional dental x-rays are not enough for diagnosis. These images provide remarkable assistances in diagnosis of dental problems and evaluation of the jaw’s anatomic landmarks such as teeth, jaw nerve, nasal cavity and sinuses. A CT
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BENEFFITS OF GUIDED DENTAL IMPLANT SURGERY OVER FREE-HAND SURGICAL TECHNIQUES Digital dental implant treatment planning software’s are the precious tools that dental implant specialists such as prosthodontists and periodontists are using to restoratively plan the implant placement and increase the predictability of dental implants. Static surgical guides give a practitioner the ability to plan the
read moreVancouver Dental Speciality Clinic is a master in advanced dental technology. Our latest digital systems can deliver astonishing efficiency and predictability with extraordinary clinical and aesthetic results. A virtual digital impression and a digital smile makeover is an efficient way to produce the predictable outcome.
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VDSClinic is excited to offer our patients the latest in Air-Flow Polish Therapy! Air-Flow polishing is different than other well-known air polishing systems and offers benefits such as removal of stubborn stains that normal scalers can’t shift. Air-Flow Therapy and Air-Flow Perio Powder are safe for tissue, enamel, root surfaces, ortho brackets, porcelain composite restorations,
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Even if you’ve done what you can to prevent extraction, it’s a moot point when you’re left without all of your natural teeth. So here you are, living with dentures. But like many, you find that the daily chore of denture maintenance is too cumbersome, not to mention the fact that they don’t feel anything
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The Canadian Dental Association defines dental veneers as very thin shells (manufactured from porcelain or composite resin) that are attached to the front part of a tooth. They are used as a part of cosmetic dentistry to improve the appearance of teeth, providing recipients with a flawless smile. Today, we’re here to answer your question about
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Worn down dentition, or more simply put worn down teeth, is a condition where which a patient experiences progressive loss of a tooth’s surface due to actions beyond those which cause tooth decay or dental trauma. It is most commonly the result of abrasion, attrition, and erosion. Abrasion is typically associated with an improper brushing technique, but it is
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If you poll anyone on the street and ask them what their number one dental nightmare may be, losing their two front teeth will invariably top the list. From an aesthetic perspective, what could be worse? The loss of one or both incisors can occur from a variety of circumstances. There are obvious events, such as
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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
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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,
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