General dentistry
Your first appointment
During your first appointment, the dentist in Candiac will perform a full dental examination. The following aspects will be checked at each recall examination:
- Examination of dental X-rays : they are essential to detect cavities (especially between the teeth), cancers, cysts, and bone loss. They also help us assess the positioning of roots and impacted teeth.
- Oral cancer screening : we verify the face, neck, lips, tongue, throat, mouth and gum tissues for any signs of oral cancer.
- Gum diseases evaluation : we examine the gums and bones surrounding the teeth for any signs of periodontal diseases.
- Dental cavities examination.
- Verification of existing restorations.
Dental cleaning
Scaling and dental prophylaxis is carried out by educated hygienists. They consist of the removal of plaque, tartar and stains that adhere to the teeth.
X-rays
Dental X-rays in Candiac are essential since they consist of an important diagnostic tool for dentists. They provide us with important information that may not be visible during the dental examination. Thanks to X-rays, we can detect cavities between teeth, bone loss, tumors, abscesses, cysts, developmental problems, impacted teeth, problematic root positions and problems inside gums or teeth.
Fillings
If there is presence of a cavity, the best solution is to treat it by filling it. The cavity or the affected portion of the tooth is thus removed and replaced by a stopper made of composite material, which has the advantage of being the same color as a natural tooth. There are many types of filling materials, each with their advantages and disadvantages. Along with your dentist, you can discuss the best option to restore your tooth. Like most restorative materials, composites are not permanent and will need to be replaced down the road. However, they are very durable and will make your smile a dazzling one for many years to come.
Surgery and wisdom teeth extraction
Wisdom teeth, or third molars, are often poorly positioned or do not have the space to erupt. These situations can lead to infections or problems to the neighboring teeth. According to X-rays, your dentist will be able to guide you and determine whether or not you need an extraction of wisdom teeth. Our priority is certainly to help you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible. However, when extraction is required, either regarding a tooth with a poor prognosis or a tooth where restoration is not possible, our team will be able to help you.
Endodontics
The nerve within the tooth may sometimes become infected or inflamed, which can be caused by a deep cavity, repeated dental procedures, a crack or a shock to the tooth. The team at Centre de santé dentaire Candiac is able to determine the relevance of a root canal and thus prevent or relieve you from pain while preserving your tooth.
Laser
Device used for several dental procedures, including frenectomy, gingivectomy, the removal of hyperplastic tissue, the treatment of gum disease and more. While minimizing bleeding, the laser has the advantage of allowing work done quickly.
Gum grafts
Alloderm graft
Graft used to cover the root of a tooth in cases of gingival recession, more commonly known as loosening.
Connective tissue graft
A graft in Candiac to cover the root of a tooth in cases of gingival recession, more commonly known as loosening. Connective tissue is harvested from the palate and repositioned on the root of the loosened tooth.
Soft tissue graft
A graft in which connective tissue is removed from the palate and repositioned on thin attached gingiva. The aim of this graft is to solidify and prevent tooth mobility.
Silver diamine fluoride
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a liquid used to stop active decay in one or more teeth. Your dentist will need to determine whether your carious lesion meets the criteria for SDF treatment, or whether the decay should be treated with a filling or crown. A carious lesion treated with SDF will require subsequent applications of the product to keep the decay stopped. This treatment will permanently stain the carious area of the tooth, but will have no impact on the non-carious portions of the tooth. SDF is an extraordinary product that has the added benefit of avoiding invasive treatments to stop decay.