Scaling and Root Planing
DENTAL SCALING AND ROOT PLANING What are tooth scaling and root planing? Scaling and root planing are otherwise known as deep cleaning in dentistry. The procedure gets rid of tartar (hardened minerals) that can adhere to your teeth. You may need these treatments if you have periodontitis (advanced gum disease). Tooth scaling removes tartar from the surface of […]
Orthodontics
ORTHODONTICS What is orthodontics? Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that focuses on diagnosing and treating “bad bites” (malocclusion). Common orthodontic treatments include braces, clear aligners and retainers. The way your teeth fit together has a significant impact on your oral health. By improving the way your upper and lower teeth meet, you can reduce your risk [...]
Dental Bridges
DENTAL BRIDGES What is a dental bridge? Dental bridges replace missing teeth. Specifically, they can replace one tooth or a row of missing teeth. As the name implies, this appliance literally “bridges the gap” in your smile. Dentists can create custom bridges that match the shade of your natural teeth. There are different parts that [...]
Dental Veneers
DENTAL VENEERS What are veneers? Veneers are coverings that fit over the front surfaces of your teeth. Technicians use high-quality dental materials, like tooth-colored composite or porcelain, to create them. Dental veneers are cosmetic in nature. They can conceal a wide range of aesthetic imperfections, including chips, cracks, gaps, tooth discoloration and more. How do veneers work? Veneers [...]
Crowns
DENTAL CROWNS What is a dental crown? A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap. Dentists use crowns to restore weak, broken or decayed teeth. A crown fits over your entire tooth, like a snug hat. To ensure a proper fit, a dentist will need to remove a small amount of enamel before bonding your new crown in place. Dental technicians [...]
Dental Implant
Dental implant surgery is a procedure that replaces tooth roots with metal, screwlike posts and replaces damaged or missing teeth with artificial teeth that look and function much like real ones. Dental implant surgery can offer a welcome alternative to dentures or bridgework that doesn't fit well and can offer an option when a lack [...]
Burn Surgery
RECONSTRUCTIVE BURN SURGERY Reconstructive surgery is essential in order to repair wounds resulting from trauma, burn injury, infection, tumors or disease. Reconstructive surgery is performed to improve the function and physical appearance. Procedures usually involve minimal treatments such as direct wound closure to more complex procedures like microsurgery. Reconstructive surgery requires planning and a series […]
Tissue Expander
What is tissue expansion? Tissue expansion is a relatively straightforward procedure that enables the body to “grow” extra skin for use in reconstructing almost any part of the body. A silicone balloon expander is inserted under the skin near the area to be repaired and then gradually filled with saline or carbon dioxide over time, […]
Gender Reassignment
What is gender reassignment surgery? Gender reassignment surgery, sometimes called sex reassignment surgery, is performed to transition individuals with gender dysphoria to their desired gender. People with gender dysphoria often feel that they were born in the wrong gender. A biological male may identify more as a female and vice versa. Surgery is typically the […]
Nipple & Areola Reduction Surgery
It is a surgical procedure that is carried out to reduce the protrusion of the nipple and cause it to be more