Dentists commonly recommend dental crowns to strengthen weak teeth. To clarify, in the absence of a crown, the weak tooth is at higher risk of fracturing. A Dentist will commonly recommend a dental crown under a few circumstances: Following root canal treatment. A tooth has broken and lost a chewing cusp (cusps are the sometimes […]
If you're looking for an Emergency Dental Clinic in Kitchener, chances are you have broken a tooth or are experiencing pain or discomfort. Here are some quick tips for conducting a search for an Emergency Dentist in Kitchener: Hop on your computer cell phone and head to Google. Conduct one or more of the following […]
"Can broken dentures be repaired?" This is a very common question patients ask when they call our office after a denture mishap. Fortunately, the majority of denture failures can be repaired. If you read on, I'll get a bit more specific about the different kinds of denture failure and what can be done (and how […]
"Who makes Dentures near me?" Looking for a great denture provider? I totally get it. And, I think I can help... I write a lot about locating dental service in the community because, every month, there are tons of people in any given city looking for a new Dentist. Usually, they are looking because they […]
"How do dental implants work?". This is a very common question that we get at the office. Intense marketing efforts have made most people in North America aware of dental implants and many of these people understand that dental implants can replace one or more missing teeth. However, only a small proportion of patients have […]
If you're looking for a Denture Clinic in Kitchener, you are likely considering a new pair of dentures or a transition from problematic teeth to dentures. Denture clinics can provide you with services you need to have a new denture made. However, General and Family Dentists can also provide these services. So, who should you […]
Dental Crown Preparation Historically, Dentists would prepare your tooth for a Dental Crown, take an impression, and book you for a crown delivery weeks later. During the intervening 2 week period, a dental laboratory would make your custom crown using impressions from your first appointment. However, a new technology (CEREC) allows Dentists to make their […]
When I recommend wisdom tooth removal for a teenager, parents often ask "who does wisdom tooth removal near me?". At our clinic, we remove the majority of impacted wisdom teeth under local anesthetic, with or without an additional sedative such as laughing gas (nitrous oxide). In some cases, a referral for extraction with the local […]
This week I'm discussing Root Canal Treatments and their longevity. The subject is a complex one because the success and longevity of treatment depends on many factors. First I'd like to explain what an ideal root canal treatment and tooth restoration would be. Then, I will discuss common reasons for failure as well as statistics […]
Dental crowns are cemented "caps" that act like a helmet to protect weak teeth. The crown can be made of porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM), or metal alloys including gold alloys. A Dentist will typically recommend a crown under a few circumstances: Following root canal treatment. These teeth are inherently more brittle and less fracture-resistant. As a […]
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