Do you need extensive Dental Work? Or are you considering enhancing your appearance with bleaching, braces, or another cosmetic technique? Or maybe you have a basic question, "What is the proper brushing technique?" Find the answers here at the Patient Information Centre.


The information presented is intended to educate the general public on common dental topics. Many dental terms are commonly seen and heard in the print and broadcast media; as well as in our daily conversations. However, many people do not completely understand these dental terms unless they have had first hand experience with them at their dentist's office.

This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used for self-diagnosis or as a substitute for a professional dental exam and consultation. Each case will vary depending on the needs and concerns of each individual. We hope that this information will provide you with some basic dental knowledge so that you and your dentist can devise a plan to keep your smile healthy and looking great.

Prevention
And early detection are key in avoiding costly and painful dental treatment. Prevention begins with the control of plaque and calculus, the main cause of decay and gum disease.

Orthodontics
Is the branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis,prevention and correction of dental and facial irregularities.The technical term for these problems is malocclusion or “bad bite" The orthodontist is the specialist that treats such disorders. Both children and adults stand to gain and appreciate the results of orthodontic treatment.The results are a beautiful smile, improved dental health and a boost in self-confidence.

Paedodontics
Is paediatric dental care for children as young as infancy to teens.The Paediatric Dentist who is also called the Paedodontist, is specially trained in providing dental care for children from infancy to teens.Their extensive specialist training emcompasses growth and development, child psychology, treatment of traumatic injuries, sedation, care of the handicapped and training in dental treatment procedures unique to young children and teens. They deal with two important aspect of dental care, mainly prevention and restoration.

Periodontal Disease
Is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because early periodontal disease is painless and shows few symptoms, patients are often unaware that there is a problem. For this reason, regular dental visits are essential for the early diagnosis and treatment of gum disease.

Restoring Damaged Teeth
Unfortunately, teeth damaged by decay or injury will not heal like most other tissues in the body. They require an artificial material to replace and restore the damaged tooth structure.

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