Our practice is rooted on the desire to provide holistic care to our patients. We cover all aspects of dental care necessary to maintain a healthy mouth and teeth. Having all these in mind, we offer the following different facets of dental care:

Preventive Care

Our main aspiration is to enrich the quality of life of each and every patient that we take care of. We understand and value the advantages of good oral hygiene in all ages, thus we cater dental treatments for both children and adults. We encourage the practice of preventive measures to maintain your natural teeth for life and our dental personnel are more than willing to be of assistance in formulating a specific prophylactic program which tailor fits your needs. This program usually involves oral check-up and of course regular teeth cleaning having at least 6-9month intervals between each cleaning. This program will help you maintain healthy mouth and teeth and also, it keeps an eye on your oral health regularly.

Emergency Care

There will be circumstances when emergency dental problems arise and this automatically affects your activities of daily living. We recognize the feeling of urgency to have these certain problems resolved immediately. And having these in mind, we always ensure that we prioritize your emergency needs. May it be a broken tooth or a painful toothache, we can definitely assist you and render appropriate dental care. Here are some of our emergency care procedures for your guidance:

Root Canal Treatment/Pulpotomy

Definition:
Root canal is a dental procedure wherein a damaged or unhealthy nerve tissue, also known as the central core of a certain tooth, is taken out and then the nerve tissue chamber and root canals, which are the inside parts, are sealed and filled.

Purpose:
The discomfort and pain due to pulpitis (inflammation or infection of pulp) can oftentimes become unbearable. This is the most common cause of toothache and to relieve the patient from pain, discomfort and of course further complications, a root canal may be necessary.

Intervention:
This procedure is under a local anaesthetic. The dentist will create an opening on the tooth to get ahold of the dying nerve tissue. Once there is a grasp on the dying nerve, a portion of it is removed and a certain therapeutic agent is applied to basically calm the tooth. After that, a temporary filling will then be placed and the patient needs to go back to the clinic to have the Root canal treatment completed.

Symptoms:
Patients usually feel prolonged sensitivity to cold and hot temperatures, severe and unbearable pain when chewing and possibly darkening of the tooth. Oftentimes, patients also experience gum inflammation and tenderness with some pimples appearing on the area, too. If the patient is asymptomatic, the dentist may need to do an x-ray to assess the condition of the tooth and check for any signs of infection around the bone.

Broken Teeth

Definition:
A tooth can be broken or cracked for certain reasons, typically by trauma, biting on something hard and also teeth grinding. This can now be considered a tooth fracture.

Classifications:
Tooth fracture can be classified into:

1. Craze lines
2. Split teeth
3. Fractured cusps
4. Vertical tooth fractures
5. Cracked teeth

The choice of treatment depends on the direction, size of the crack and the location of the fracture.

Intervention:
As an emergency case, the dentist can provide a temporary filling to seal the fractured area. Further assessment may be necessary later on to objectively decide what the best intervention for the broken area is.

Tooth Removal (Extractions)

Definition:
Extraction of a tooth

Description:
Though tooth removal is typically a non-emergency case, there are circumstances when a tooth is fractured beyond repair, decayed or infected due to gums problems and these cases now are the exemption to the rule. As it’s not usually advisable to have a tooth extraction while gums are inflamed, patients are prescribed with analgesics or antibiotics to temporarily control pain and discomfort prior to the actual extraction of the tooth. After the extraction, assessment of the area is very much necessary to identify the proper intervention that can be done to replace the missing tooth.

Tooth Replacement

Dental Implant

This is a surgical procedure which utilizes a small cylinder of titanium that is implanted into the bone. As a normal physiological process, the bone around the implant coalesces with the small cylinder of titanium and permanently affixes the implant. Once the implant is stable and secured, it can now be used to support a bridge, denture, or a crown usually depending on the treatment program for the specific area.

Bridge

This is a non-removable or fixed appliance which can replace a missing tooth or set of teeth. Practically, it has a number of advantages which includes a better ability to chew and of course it can also improve your smile. Basically, the bridge would require two teeth on either side of a certain missing tooth.
There are several types of bridges, like the “traditional bridge’, which is the most popular type. This is made of porcelain covering a metal substructure. If you want to have a bridge which is more natural looking, you can opt to have the porcelain bridge which is entirely made of porcelain-like material.

Partial Denture

Unlike the bridge, this is a removable appliance which is made to support and cover the empty space between teeth (area without teeth). To keep it in place, clasps or hooks are used to fasten the partial denture. This is a very helpful way to fill in the missing spaces and of course restore the function and appearance of your teeth and mouth.

Cosmetic Dentistry

We believe that every one of us has the ability to express our well-being in the most natural way – through a perfectly healthy smile. Giving out your sweet smile captures limitless opportunities and of course it boosts your personality and confidence. It has been our consistent goal to help you reach out to the world and express your positive attitude. We are not after having the procedure merely done. Instead, we desire to be of help in your aspiration to maintain a healthy and beautiful smile. We follow Cosmetic Dental procedures for your benefit, thus we offer a free consultation for you. Just give us a ring and we are more than willing to assist you with you dental goals.

Advanced Power of Whitening with Zoom!

We use only one of the most effective and scientifically advanced power whitening system – The Zoom! Proven to be safe, very fast and of course an effective way to whiten your teeth. Using Zoom, your teeth will become dramatically whiter in less than one hour of bleaching. If you are looking for the fastest and most effective method to whiten your teeth, then Zoom! Advance power whitening is perfect for you. You can now get rid of those long days of wearing trays or strips for teeth whitening because Zoom! will provide you a better whitening treatment. Just tick this link: www.zoomnow.com/about/php.

Whitening At Home with NITE WHITE

For some, going out to dental clinic can be a bit of a hassle and would prefer taking whitening procedures done at home. Well, there is a solution for that. We offer the NITE WHITE teeth bleaching system, your best whitening partner at home. Apart from the convenience of taking it at home, you can grab NITE WHITE for a very affordable price, too. Check out www.discusdental.com for more details.

Porcelain Crowns

Usually called a “cap”, this appliance is a layer of porcelain that completely covers the whole tooth surface. This is a way to recreate the ideal tooth size, color and shape. This type of tooth restoration is typically planned and is used as an alternative when other tooth restoration procedures such as fillings are not effective. Most common cases which require porcelain crowns are tooth fracture, dental decay, or it can also be the presence of a fractured filling. For cosmetic purposes, this can be done to reconstruct the tooth and change its shape or color. Also this can be done as a final restoration procedure for patients who had a root canal done. Porcelain crowns are the most popular especially for tooth restoration in the front teeth as they mimic the natural appearance of the tooth/teeth better.

Porcelain Veneers

If you want to get a beautiful new smile, then covering your front teeth with very thin pieces of porcelain can be one of your best options. Porcelain veneers or the thin pieces of porcelain are specially made to cover the front teeth. It changes your smile by providing teeth reconstruction; it can repair broken or chipped teeth, cover discoloured or dark colored teeth, fill in small spaces in between teeth, and also reshape crooked teeth. This type of restoration is durable which can last for many years as these veneers are bonded to your teeth permanently. Certain dental preparations are done prior the actual application of the veneer. An impression of your teeth maybe needed initially and this is submitted to a professional dental laboratory to have it fabricated. These veneers are then applied in the second appointment.

Composite “White” Fillings/Bonding

If you need to repair a tooth broken by fracture or decay, one of the most effective ways is the composite fillings. These are tooth-colored fillings which takes the biggest percentage of the kind of filling used by dentists. This type of filling is most common in the front teeth area where aesthetic is a common concern. Typically called “bonding” in these areas, this is used to restore worn and chipped teeth, and also to obviously fill in the small spaces found in between teeth.

Braces (General Orthodontics)

A lot of people needs to have their teeth fixed and depending on the dentist’s assessment, braces may be necessary. Typically braces are used alone, but there are conditions where it needs to be used in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures to attain a desired result. This can be more than just a cosmetic procedure and can be a treatment for certain teeth disorders as well. But whether you want to get your teeth aligned for beauty or for health purposes, you can definitely have this service discussed with our professional dentists.

Invisalign Orthodontics

If you are uncomfortable with braces and bands but still would want to get aligned teeth, then you can opt to get Invisalign.
This is a series of clear, custom-made
and removable aligners which you need
to regularly change every 2 weeks. You need to visit us on a schedule basis to monitor the progress of
the alignment. The advantage of getting Invisalign is that you can
continue to eat your favorite foods without restrictions as this appliance is removable. You can simply brush your teeth and continue flossing as well. The treatment process is usually the same as the conventional orthodontics (braces).

The good news is Invisalign is usually covered by orthodontic insurance to the same extent as the general orthodontics. You can also get a free consultation with us, just give us a ring and will be more than willing to assist you. For more information, visit the Invisalign website at www.invisalign.com/Pages/Home.aspx.

Gum Recontouring with the Odyssey Laser

If you have a gum line with appears lower than your other teeth and you find this disturbing, you can actually opt to get this rectified by cosmetic gum recontouring with a soft tissue laser. This is a quick and effective way to remove excessive gum tissue and also resculpt the gum line for a better appearance.

General (Restorative) Dentistry

Dental Fillings

If you’ve got damaged teeth due to tooth decay, dental fillings can be provided to rebuild the broken teeth and repair your teeth as well. There are few types of fillings which can be used such as the white fillings, metal fillings and porcelain fillings. You can choose which once you prefer and discuss it with your doctor.

Crowns

Usually called a “cap”, this appliance completely covers the whole tooth surface. This is a way to recreate the ideal tooth size, color and shape. This type of tooth restoration is typically planned and is used as an alternative when other tooth restoration procedures such as fillings are not effective. Most common cases which require crowns are tooth fracture, dental decay or it can also be the presence of a fractured filling. For cosmetic purposes, this can be done to reconstruct the tooth and change its shape or color. Also this can be done as a final restoration procedure for patients who had a root canal done. Crowns are the most popular especially for tooth restoration in the front teeth as they mimic the natural appearance of the tooth/teeth better.

Bridges

This is a non-removable or fixed appliance which can replace a missing tooth or set of teeth. Practically, it has a number of advantages which includes a better ability to chew and of course it can also improve your smile. Basically, the bridge would require two teeth on either side of a certain missing tooth.
There are several types of bridges like the “traditional bridge’ which is the most popular type. This is made of porcelain covering a metal substructure. If you want to have a bridge which is more natural looking, you can opt to have the porcelain bridge which is entirely made of porcelain-like material.

Dental Implants

This is a surgical procedure which utilizes a small cylinder of titanium that is implanted into the bone. As a normal physiological process, the bone around the implant coalesces with the small cylinder of titanium and permanently affixes the implant. Once the implant is stable and secured, it can now be used to support a bridge, denture or a crown usually depending on the treatment program for the specific area.

Dentures

A very commonly used appliance especially for older generations. This is a removable appliance used to replace any missing teeth either in the upper or lower arch. It can replace a whole set of teeth and this is called a Complete denture. The problem with loose dentures can now be alleviated with the use of Dental Implants.

Therapy for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJDS)

When there is a dysfunction with the voluntary muscles of the head, neck, jaw, tissues that supports these muscles and the shoulder area, then a patient can be diagnosed to have a myofascial pain dysfunction. The two main causes of this condition are:

1. Misalignment of the upper and lower jaw and teeth or the abnormal relationship of the three. Because of the misalignment, the muscles holding the lower jaw need to over compensate in order to maintain its unnatural position relative to the upper teeth. Thus, the supporting muscles become overused and eventually this leads to pain and discomfort.
2. Stress also takes a vital role in this condition. Chronic stress can lead to tightened neck and jaw muscles which eventually cause tenderness, pain and discomfort.

Treatments:

1. Bruxism Appliance/ Night guard – needs to be worn every night to relieve the symptoms of TMD.
2. Dental Equilibration/Adjustment – this process involves the attempt to allow the upper and lower jaws to seat in a more ideal position.

Mouthguards for Sports

If you are a sports junkie and play contact sports, you may need to wear a custom protective mouth guard. This appliance is a protection from mild to moderate sudden impact force or trauma. We ensure that you are wearing a custom fitted mouth guard to make you comfortable. Plus we can put custom logos if you want them personalized.

Laser Management for Canker/Cold Sores

With soft tissue laser management, canker sores (Apthous Ulcers) and Cold sores (Herpes virus blisters) can be treated significantly faster. When the sores are its early stages, application of the laser to the affected area can promote optimal healing. To prevent discomfort from these conditions, make sure to get a consult when you feel that a canker sore or cold sore is starting.

Laser Removal of Soft-Tissue Growths

We are glad to offer a solution to your soft-tissue growth problem! If you have been worrying about how to get this small bump inside your mouth removed, then we can help you with that through our Odyssey soft-tissue laser procedure. We assure you of a shorter healing time compared to the traditional removal options.

Specialists

Endodontist

There will be special cases when you need to have an Endodontist manage you. Cases like a root canal need a specially trained professional dentist to ensure that your case is treated well. Endodontist are highly skilled and trained for these specific cases because they specialize in the inside of the teeth.

Periodontist

On the other hand, a periodontist is a specialist in periodontal disease treatment, cosmetic periodontal procedures, and also in periodontal disease treatment. If you’ve got gums problems, you may be required to see a periodontist right away.