Abougoush Family Dental Care

A dental bridge is a fixed appliance and is an excellent way to replace missing teeth, maintain facial shape, and prevent shifting of teeth.

A comprehensive dental exam will be performed by your dentist, including x-ray examinations, oral cancer screenings, and check-ups on past dental procedures. Dental cleanings are performed in our office by registered dental hygienists. Your cleaning appointment will include scaling or root planing to remove tartar, polishing to remove stains and dental plaque, and fluoride treatment. You will also receive personal instruction on oral care and home maintenance. Our office also provides a selection of electric toothbrushes for sale should you wish to purchase one.

A crown (or cap) is a covering that encases the entire tooth surface restoring it to its original shape and size, providing protection and strength that cannot be restored by fillings or other restorations alone. Although several types of crowns exist, porcelain are the most popular due to their strong resemblance to your natural teeth. Reasons for crowns include broken or fractured teeth, decay, broken or large fillings, root canalled teeth, or cosmetic purposes. Crowns last several years, though they may eventually need to be replaced.

Sealants are a thin, plastic-like coating applied to the deeply grooved surfaces of your teeth, creating smooth, easy to clean surfaces. Sealants are recommended anytime throughout the cavity-prone years of 6-16, are painless, and take only a few minutes to apply per tooth.

Dental x-rays are a valuable diagnostic tool that provide information not visible to the naked eye. Dentists and dental hygienists use this information to safely and accurately detect hidden dental abnormalities and formulate an accurate treatment plan. Without these x-rays, many problem areas in your teeth may go undetected, including:

• Abscesses or Cysts

Fluoride is a highly effective agent available to prevent tooth decay. This naturally occurring mineral is found in almost all foods and water in varying amounts. The benefits of fluoride for your teeth are well documented and supported by many health organizations. Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by hardening the tooth enamel, and our staff may recommend a professional application of fluoride twice a year during regular check-ups to help keep your teeth strong. Fluoride alone will not prevent tooth decay, so remember to brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly!

Our office is pleased to offer sedation and general anesthetic capabilities in a surgical suite setting off-site.

One of the first things people notice about you is your smile. We also know that a great smile can make a great impression. Tooth whitening is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment used to change the colour of your natural tooth enamel, improving the appearance of stained teeth. By far, the most popular method is using a home tooth whitening system that can dramatically whiten your smile. A custom plastic tray will be fabricated from moulds of your teeth. These trays, filled with a special whitening solution, can then be worn either twice a day for 30 minutes or overnight for a couple of weeks, depending on your desired whiteness. Some sensitivity is normal and will subsist over time.