The regular removal of stain, plaque, and tartar is absolutely essential to the long-term look and health of teeth and gums. Our dental hygienist provide this service.
Bleaching is a very effective technique for lightening teeth. It will not, however, alter the appearance of existing fillings, crowns and veneers.
This technique can be used to alter the shape of worn or chipped teeth – providing the damage is not too great. Composite materials are used to reshape defects and close spaces between teeth. The results are performed quickly, but the patient should be prepared to replace these restorations more frequently. Better long-term alternatives typically involve veneers or crowns.
When the cavity is significant, an inlay may be needed for strength. These restorations are fabricated by a dental lab and usually require two or more appointments at the office for insertion.
Seeking porcelain veneers near you? We provide premium veneers in Dartmouth! These are thin porcelain surfaces that are bonded over the front tooth surface. Minimal tooth reduction is needed to have a veneer. Veneers can be used to restore ageing teeth that are worn down, close spaces, and change the colour of teeth or repair chipped teeth.
These are used when a tooth is densely filled or was previously treated with a root canal treatment. Crowns provide excellent strength to the tooth while improving overall aesthetics.
Bridges are restorations designed to replace missing teeth. It involves reducing the size of the teeth next to the space that acts as supports. There is a limit to the length which can be bridged, and there needs to be tooth support at each end for long term success.
There is often damage to the nerves and soft tissues inside your teeth, requiring the need to have a root canal performed. Essentially this is the process of removing this soft tissue from inside the teeth to end pain, sensitivity, or recurring infection.
All dentures are removable and tend to move. To achieve stability, partial dentures need clasps to help the partial hang on to the natural teeth. Both partial and complete dentures can be made to appear quite natural using the latest artificial teeth and acrylics.
Sealants are an excellent way to reduce the incidence of cavities in a young person’s mouth. A sealant is simply a very thin layer of material that is bonded to the biting surface of the back teeth creating a barrier that protects the teeth from getting cavities.
Do you require emergency dental services in Dartmouth, such as a knocked-out tooth or extreme dental pain? Westphal Dental is your trusted emergency dentist near you! In the case of a dental emergency, call our team right away and we’ll be happy to serve you.