Pediatric dentistry is a specialized form of dentistry that focuses on the dental needs of children. Like general dentists, pediatric dentists can provide a wide range of dental services. Unlike general dentists, pediatric dentists undergo additional schooling after...
read moreServices
General Dentistry
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are clear coatings applied to the surfaces of a child’s molars to prevent the development of tooth decay. They work by preventing food and plaque from resting in the grooves and crevices of molars – an area especially susceptible to cavities. According...
read moreDentures
Dentures are an effective and affordable way of replacing missing teeth. Composed of a durable plastic resin and sometimes porcelain, both partial and full dentures can be fabricated to look and feel natural. Today’s dentures are custom-fit to make it possible to eat...
read moreBite Guards
A bite guard is a dental appliance custom-fit to a patient’s teeth. Bite guards serve varying purposes and are often recommended for use in patients of all ages. It is important that bite guards be professionally fit, rather than purchased over the counter, as this...
read morePartial Dentures
Like a bridge, partial dentures rest on surrounding teeth to fill in the gaps where one or more teeth are missing. But unlike a bridge, partial dentures are fully removable by the wearer. Partials are affordable alternatives to other types of dental prosthetics and...
read morePFM Restorations
Porcelain fused to metal, or PFM restorations have been a standard in restorative dentistry for more than three decades. During that time, dentists around the world have adopted PFM crowns and bridges due to the versatility for use, as well as their ability to be...
read moreProvisional Restorations
Provisional restorations are often used during complex restorative dental procedures to serve as temporary prosthetic replacements while patients wait for a permanent restoration. Provisional restorations offer patients to try-out the look and feel of the final...
read moreTooth Extractions
Tooth extractions are routine dental procedures used to remove decayed, damaged or otherwise problematic teeth. Dentists usually make every effort to preserve natural teeth, although sometimes an extraction is necessary. Although the procedure is performed in a...
read moreSports Mouth Guard
Dental mouth guards have long been used to protect the teeth, gums and supporting tissues from damage, injury and trauma. There are two types of sports mouth guards – over the counter and custom. While OTC guards are helpful for occasional use, many dental patients...
read moreDental Cleaning & Consultation
Preventative care is a foundation of dentistry. The Canadian Dental Association recommends visiting your dentist regularly – usually about twice yearly – for full cleanings, examinations, and consultations for potential treatment. Professional dental cleanings help...
read moreCosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry that is focused on increasing the visual aesthetics of your smile in addition to improving your dental health. By combining the science of dentistry with the beauty of aesthetics, cosmetic dentistry offers treatments that...
read moreGeneral Dentistry
General dentistry pertains to the prevention, identification, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders or conditions that affect your teeth, gums, and the surrounding structures. The majority of general dentistry aims to be preventative and includes dental...
read moreSmile Gallery
...
read moreTeeth Whitening
Do you love drinking coffee, tea, or wine? As a result have your teeth become stained or less white than they used to be? Are you looking for a simple way to brighten your smile? Then teeth whitening services at Danforth Dental Solutions may be a great cosmetic dental...
read moreVeneers and Laminates
Dental veneers – also known as laminates – are used to cosmetically enhance the appearance of one or more teeth. Veneers are very thin, porcelain or resin shells that are customized for a desirable color and shape. They are bonded to the surface of the teeth to...
read moreTMJ Treatment
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which is the bone structure, muscles and connective tissues that surround the jaw and control chewing. When patients experience disorders of this joint, they are said to have a temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD....
read moreRoot Canals
Root canal treatment is required when the tooth’s pulp and roots are infected. Often times, this infection is the result of untreated tooth decay that has reached the innermost layer of the tooth. Infected pulp can cause tooth pain, swelling, and overall discomfort....
read moreInlays and Onlays
Inlays and onlays are dental restorations that are more extensive than dental fillings but less so than caps and crowns. They are typically formed in a dental lab and are made of gold, porcelain or resin depending on the patient’s needs and aesthetic goals. An inlay...
read moreDental Implants
Dental implants are a common dental restoration used to restore damaged, decayed, or missing teeth. There are two different types of dental implants: subperiosteal and endosteal. Subperiosteal implants sit on top of the jawbone below the gum line. Because they are not...
read moreRemovable Dentures
Dentures are removable tooth prosthetics designed to look and function like natural teeth. For thousands of years, some form of denture has been used to fill in the gaps left by missing teeth, although today’s dentures are much more advanced and easier to care for....
read moreCrowns and Bridges
Dental crowns and bridges are custom-fitted tooth prosthetics that are used to replace or restore damaged or missing teeth. Crowns – also known as caps – are fixed over the surfaces of natural tooth structures or dental implants. Bridges are used to fill in the gaps...
read moreComposite Tooth-Colored Fillings
Composite fillings – also known as tooth-colored fillings – are dental restorations designed to be inconspicuous and natural in appearance. They blend well with the teeth and appear more natural than amalgam fillings, which are darker and more easily seen by other...
read moreOral Health Topics
Digital X-Rays
Digital x-rays are a more streamlined way of taking dental radiographs. Like traditional x-rays, digital versions provide an in-depth view of the structures of the mouth, helping dentists detect complications and develop effective modes of treatment. Digital x-rays...
read moreDental X-Rays
For years, dental x-rays have been used to diagnose oral health complications and detect decaying or damaged teeth. X-rays provide a unique view of the mouth that isn’t possible with a visual exam alone. When x-rays are taken, the teeth and bones absorb the majority...
read moreDentistry Post-Op Questions
If you are undergoing a dental procedure or operation, you will be given a set of post-operative instructions to abide by in the hours, days, and weeks after your treatment. Following these instructions is essential to preventing infections in surgical sites,...
read moreFluoride and Decay Prevention
Fluoride is a naturally occurring element that has been shown to help strengthen teeth in children and also prevent decay in people of all ages. Topical fluoride, in particular is helpful for promoting oral health. The Canadian Dental Association has publicly endorsed...
read moreHow to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is an important part of an oral hygiene routine, but research suggests that fewer than half of Canadians do so daily. Flossing is simple and only takes an extra couple of minutes per day. Developing a healthy habit of flossing can prevent tooth decay and gum...
read moreElectric Brush vs. Manual Brushes
Preventative dentistry is about more than just visiting your dentist twice yearly for an exam and thorough cleaning. In fact, the majority of your preventative care is done at-home as a part of your normal hygienic routine. Many residents use manual toothbrushes to...
read moreHow to Brush Your Teeth
Brushing your teeth is probably a standard part of your daily routine, but chances are you aren’t following the Canadian Dental Association’s guidelines for cleaning your teeth properly. The CDA currently recommends that you brush your teeth at minimum of two times...
read moreBad Breath
Having bad breath can be an embarrassing problem – especially if you are regularly face to face with other people. Known professionally as halitosis, bad breath plagues many people every day. Most cases of bad breath can be remedied by efficiently brushing the teeth....
read moreDental Health and Your Diet
Your body works hard to convert the foods you eat into energy. You may not think twice about what you are eating – especially when it comes to grabbing an afternoon snack or sipping on a vanilla latte on your commute. But the food you put in your mouth affects more...
read more
