Dental Implants
A dental implant is a “root” device, usually made of titanium, used to support restorations that resemble a tooth (crown) or group of teeth to replace missing teeth (fix bridges). Virtually all implants placed today are root-form endosseous implants and are placed within the bone.
The bone of the jaw accepts and osseointegrates with the titanium post. Osseointegration refers to the fusion of the implant surface with the surrounding bone. Dental implants will fuse with bone, however they lack the periodontal ligament, so they will feel slightly different than natural teeth during the chewing process, especially during the first few weeks after the restoration. Read more
All-on-4 Dental Implant System
The All-On-4 dental implant procedure is simply the placement of 4 dental implants per each dental arch (if the bone allows, 5 or 6 implants will offer better stabilization). The implants will be integrating into the bone for about 4 to 6 months. During the healing process, it is necessary to wear a temporary removable denture (sometimes it can be temporarily screwed) in order to eat and speak normally. Once the healing period is finished, a denture with a titanium bar will be screwed into the four to six dental implants that have been previously installed. Read more
Smile Veneers
Also known as porcelain veneers, are a new and innovative dental cosmetic option for people who want to improve the natural look of their smile. The Smile Veneers are used to improve the appearance of cracked, discolored, worn, yellowed or misshapen teeth. Smile Veneers (or porcelain veneers) are a thin shell that is placed over the front of the teeth and then bonded into position. This product offers an incredible amount of versatility and the reasons for this versatility are the material that they are made of and the way they are manufactured at our on-site laboratory. The material and the technology employed in the manufacture of the porcelain veneers allow them to be produced in an extremely thin state. Read more
Other Treatments
In addition to our main treatments, we also provide some of the more common procedures such as:
- Tooth whitening (bleaching) brightens teeth that are discolored or stained. Bleaching may be completed in the dental office or the dentist may dispense a system for you to use at home.
- Bonding can improve the appearance of teeth that are chipped, broken, cracked, stained or have spaces between them. With bonding special materials are applied or bonded to the tooth surface.
- Enamel shaping involves modifying teeth to improve their appearance by removing or contouring enamel. The process, which often is combined with bonding, is quick and comfortable and the results can be seen immediately.
- Braces are not just for kids. Orthodontics may be needed if teeth are crooked, crowded or do not meet properly. If your dentist thinks you should see a specialist for treatment, he or she will refer you to an orthodontist.
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