Services
The Healthy Tooth Solution:
Dentistry can now restore broken and decayed teeth to provide a lifetime of excellent function and appearance. At TechTown Dentistry we will help you choose what you feel is the right treatment for you. And we respect your right to choose when and how to fit your choice into your lifestyle.
Your many choices include white fillings, ceramic veneers, crowns and onlays, and implants.
For more healthy smiles visit the Smile Gallery
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Six ceramic restorations to restore tetracycline stained teeth |
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Deteriorating silver amalgam filings renewed with composite resin restorations |
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Prevora:
Prevora is an antibacterial tooth coating that helps to prevent root decay. This clear coating contains chlorhexidine, an antibacterial compound that eliminates the root decay causing bacteria on your teeth and prevents new bacteria from forming. It’s painless, clear, trusted and effective. Prevora is recognized by the Canadian Dental Association.
www.prevora.com
www.rootdecay.ca
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Factors that Increase Your Risk of Root Decay
- Gum recession which leaves your tooth’s soft porous roots exposed and therefore vulnerable to bacterial attack
- Previous history of root decay or root fillings
- Current periodontal therapy
- Decreased salivary flow, due to age, certain medications and radiation therapy
- Smoking
How to Reduce Your Risk of Root Decay
- More frequent cleaning appointments with your Hygienist
- Improved home care by using an electric toothbrush and other oral aids
- Smoking cessation
- Diet and nutritional changes
- Consult with your pharmacist and physician regarding medications which effect your dental health
- Enhance your saliva flow by chewing sugarless gum, or by using use salivary substitutes