What is a Pocket?
The area between the top of the tissue and the bone surrounding the tooth. This area is measured using a small ruler type instrument called a probe. When infected, the tissue pulls way from the tooth and bleeds easily. Measuring pocket depth provides an indication as to the amount of bone loss around each tooth.
What is scaling and root planning?
Scaling and root planning focuses on removing plaque, calculus, and stain from the tooth surface above and below the gum line. Root planning focuses on eliminating calculus or tartar and bio-film below the gum line by detoxifying the root surfaces where the disease occurs. In combination with scaling and root planning, the use of medicament’s to flush or irrigate the pocket areas allows for a healthy reattachment of tissue to the root surfaces.
What we hope to accomplish with (Non-Surgical Gum Therapy Program)
- Gingival (gum) tissue that does not bleed.
- Gingival tissue that is not red, swollen, or tender.
- Fresher breath and taste.
- Reduced pocket depths.
- Control of the periodontal disease.
Say Goodbye to Silver Mercury Amalgam Fillings!
Are you unhappy with the appearance of the silver-mercury fillings in your mouth? Did you know that your old filling are also a health concern and can lead to tooth loss? Not only has there been extensive research about how silver-mercury fillings affect your overall health, but over time these old fillings leak allowing to cavities forming underneath them. This eventually causes damage to the structure of your teeth, leading to cracked teeth, leading to cracked teeth and\or the need for root canal treatment and crown therapy.
Silver-mercury fillings affect the gum tissue, causing permanent staining of the gums, also known as (amalgam tattoos.)
This is why we offer a variety of the highest quality, metal-free fillings, including white plastic fillings, porcelain on lays, crowns, and bridge. Today’s advanced materials allow us to transform your smile with natural-looking and long-lasting results. By bonding the new restorations to your teeth, we can create a stronger, healthier smile.
Silver Mercury Fillings
Say Goodbye to Silver Mercury Amalgam Fillings!
Are you unhappy with the appearance of the silver-mercury fillings in your mouth? Did you know that your old filling are also a health concern and can lead to tooth loss? Not only has there been extensive research about how silver-mercury fillings affect your overall health, but over time these old fillings leak allowing to cavities forming underneath them. This eventually causes damage to the structure of your teeth, leading to cracked teeth, or the need for root canal treatment and crown therapy.
Silver-mercury fillings affect the gum tissue, causing permanent staining of the gums, also known as (amalgam tattoos.)
This is why we offer a variety of the highest quality, metal-free fillings, including white plastic fillings, porcelain on lays, crowns, and bridges. Today’s advanced materials allow us to transform your smile with natural-looking and long-lasting results. By bonding the new restorations to your teeth, we can create a stronger, healthier smile.
Porcelain or plastic?
Both materials can be used. Plastic is a great option for small fillings. When used for large restorations it doesn’t last as long before needing to be replaced. With constant replacement, eventually the tooth will require a porcelain restoration. We recommend porcelain because it is a stronger, custom lab fabricated restoration that provides durability and strength to the remaining tooth structure.
Porcelain easily wins in strength, durability and longevity. Compare the qualities for yourself.
As with all procedures, proper home care and regular dental visits will help prolong the life of your new restoration
How are TMJ Disorders treated?
Bite Therapy
The objective with bite therapy is to bring harmony to the teeth and jaw joints (TMJ) so the muscles are not overworked. Jaw muscles that are overworked produce sorness to the muscles very similar to the response of overworked muscle as a result of a hard workout at the gym. This instability, if not corrected can result in many different unfavourable oral conditions.
Initial treatment of TMJ disorders can vary depending on the severity. Treatments may include soft diet, prescribed medication and the use of a specially designed and custom-made. Night guard This appliance is also known as a bite splint and rests over the top surfaces of the top or bottom teeth. When properly designed and customized to a patient’s unique situation, this appliance redistributes the forces on the TMJ and muscle systems while specifically guarding and carefully guiding certain joint movements.
Does treatment work?
Since the TMJ’s are one of the most complex joints in the body, it could take time to restore natural harmony. Depending on the severity of the problem, treatment requires patience and a change in some habits. The majority of cases find great relief and successful management of this condition through the use of this appliance.