Different Types of Dental Treatments in the Trustworthy Dental Clinic

Dental treatments have evolved significantly, offering a wide range of procedures designed to maintain oral health, address dental issues, and enhance the appearance of your smile. At Spire Dental Langley, we provide comprehensive dental services tailored to meet the unique needs of our patients. Below is an overview of the various dental treatments available at our clinic.

Preventive Dental Care

Preventive treatments focus on maintaining oral health and preventing dental problems before they arise. Common procedures include:

• Dental Cleanings: Professional cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup.
• Fluoride Treatments: Strengthen enamel and help prevent tooth decay.
• Dental Sealants: Protective coatings applied to molars to prevent cavities.
• Oral Exams and X-rays: Routine checkups to detect potential dental issues early.

Restorative Dentistry

Restorative treatments aim to repair damaged or decayed teeth, restoring function and appearance. Common procedures include:

• Fillings: Repair cavities and tooth decay.
• Crowns: Caps placed over damaged teeth to restore shape, strength, and appearance.
• Bridges: Replace one or more missing teeth by attaching artificial teeth to adjacent teeth.
• Root Canals: Remove infected or damaged pulp from inside the tooth, clean, and seal it.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic treatments focus on improving the appearance of teeth, gums, and smile. Procedures include:

• Teeth Whitening: Professional bleaching treatments to remove stains and brighten teeth.
• Bonding: Application of tooth-colored resin to fix chipped, cracked, or discolored teeth.
• Contouring and Reshaping: Minor adjustments to the shape and alignment of teeth for aesthetic purposes.
• Inlays and Onlays: Restorations placed on damaged or decayed teeth, often made from porcelain or composite materials.

Orthodontics

Orthodontic treatments correct misaligned teeth and jaws to improve function and appearance. Procedures include:

• Braces: Metal or ceramic brackets and wires used to straighten teeth over time.
• Clear Aligners: Custom-made, removable trays used to straighten teeth.
• Retainers: Devices worn after orthodontic treatment to maintain teeth alignment.
• Space Maintainers: Used in children to keep a space open for a permanent tooth after a baby tooth is lost prematurely.

Periodontal Treatments (Gum Treatments)

These treatments address gum disease and other gum-related issues. Procedures include:

• Scaling and Root Planing: Deep cleaning below the gum line to remove plaque and tartar.
• Gum Grafting: Surgical procedure to cover exposed roots and repair gum recession.
• Laser Gum Therapy: Use of lasers to treat gum disease and reshape the gums.
• Periodontal Surgery: Surgical procedures to treat severe gum disease or restore gum tissue.

Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric dentistry focuses on the oral health of children from infancy through adolescence. Procedures include:

• Fluoride Treatment: Strengthens children's teeth to prevent cavities.
• Dental Sealants: Applied to children's molars to prevent decay.
• Pulpotomy: Treatment for infected baby teeth, similar to a root canal but less invasive.
• Space Maintainers: Devices used to hold space open in a child's mouth if a baby tooth is lost prematurely.

Prosthodontics (Replacement of Missing Teeth)

Prosthodontic treatments replace missing teeth and restore oral function and aesthetics. Procedures include:

• Dentures: Removable appliances that replace missing teeth, available in full or partial sets.
• Implant-Supported Dentures: Dentures attached to dental implants for better stability and comfort.
• Bridges: Fixed prosthetic devices used to replace one or more missing teeth.
• Dental Implants: Permanent solutions to replace missing teeth with implant-supported crowns or bridges.

Endodontic Treatments (Root Canal Treatments)

Endodontics focuses on treating the inside of the tooth (the pulp) when it becomes infected or damaged. Procedures include:

• Endodontic Retreatment: Additional treatment for a tooth that did not heal properly after a previous root canal.
• Apicoectomy: Surgical removal of the tip of the tooth’s root when infection persists after a root canal.

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