General Dentistry in Scarborough

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Maintain a beautiful, healthy smile at any age with dental services from Dr. Sasan Shahrbandi in Scarborough. From your child’s first visit to your bi-annual check-ups, think of us as a one-stop shop for your oral care needs. We specialize in preventive care and general treatments including cleanings, fillings, crowns and more, and strive to help all of our patients should be able to speak, eat and socialize with confidence. For exceptional dental care from a team committed to your health and comfort, call to make your appointment today!

CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY

The best time for a child’s first visit would be around 2 ½ to 3 years old. This allows your child to become comfortable with the dental environment and serves as a friendly introduction to the dental office. Our hygienist is trained to communicate with young children and gain their confidence. This allows your child to have a positive experience. Before leaving the dental office, they will be shown how to clean their teeth and prevent tooth decay. All children are assessed for their orthodontic status at each recall appointment and parents are informed if orthodontic intervention is required.

 

RESTORATION (FILLINGS)

Natural-looking tooth-coloured fillings are used by dentists in most restoration procedures. They are made of acrylic and are quite durable. You may experience some sensitivity after your procedure, but this should subside within a week or so.

In some cases, if the patient’s teeth are severely fractured or decayed, your dentist may opt for traditional silver (amalgam) restorative fillings because of the material’s superior strength and reliability. Dr. Gibbs will work with you to determine the best option for you.

PERIODONTAL TREATMENT (GUMS)

Periodontal disease is very common in adults over age 30. Most people carry certain bacteria that have the ability to cause infection of the gums and the supporting structures of the tooth (the periodontal ligament and the jaw bone). If this infection is left untreated, the result may include inflamed, red gums and potential tooth loss.

 

The main cause of gum disease is buildup of plaque and other oral bacteria around the teeth and gums. If this material is not effectively removed on a regular basis, the supporting tooth structures will begin to deteriorate. This deterioration of the bone around the tooth happens often without the patient noticing any pain. If left untreated, the patient can experience symptoms such as tooth sensitivity, bleeding gums, loose teeth, bad breath, or in the extreme cases, gum abscesses that require an emergency visit to the dentist.

CROWNS (PORCELAIN CAPS)

A crown or cap is a cover that fits over a tooth that is weakened from many previous restorations or substantial fracture, and protects the tooth from further damage. Many times crowns are fabricated with a metal framework and a surrounding porcelain covering. This gives the crown a tooth-like appearance combined with enough strength to handle strong biting pressure. If aesthetics are an issue, especially in the anterior area, crowns can be made completely out of porcelain. Special considerations are required for full porcelain caps.

Crowns usually take 2 appointments to complete. The first appointment involves the preparation of the tooth, taking a detailed impression, and then placing a temporary crown. The next appointment, usually a week later, involves the fitting and insertion of the final crown.

The patient should always maintain their oral hygiene, even with crowns. They should pay special attention to plaque build-up, especially in the area where the crown meets the natural tooth (the margin area). The margin area could conceivably decay if it is not maintained regularly.

ROOT CANAL THERAPY

Of all of the dental procedures performed in the dental office, root canal treatment is probably the most misunderstood. In truth, over 90% of the root canal procedures your dentist performs cause very little discomfort for the patient.

 

Root canal treatment is only performed on a tooth that is certain to be lost due to disease or fracture. A normal tooth has a pulp located in the center of the tooth. If you have a tooth that is causing acute pain – bad enough to keep you up at night – due to infection, root canal treatment is usually recommended to prevent further infection of the surrounding tooth structures.

CROWNS & BRIDGES

If a patient happens to lose a tooth from accident or disease, the resultant space represents a potential dental problem as the surrounding teeth are likely to shift and cause bite problems.

One way to correct this problem is the crown and bridge treatment. This procedure involves the preparation of teeth on either side of the space for the placement of a cap. The dentist must pay careful attention to make the preparations on the abutment teeth as parallel as possible. A detailed impression is taken and the laboratory makes a fixed bridge, with 2 crowned abutment teeth and a false tooth to fill the space. The units are soldered together and the joints are very strong. On the second visit, the prosthesis is cemented to the abutments. There are many occasions when crown and bridge treatment can be considered for multiple units. Careful planning must be done in these complicated situations.

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