A composite filling is a tooth-colored plastic and glass mixture used to restore decayed teeth. Composites are also used for cosmetic improvements of the smile (Smile Design for tooth gaps) by changing the color of the teeth or reshaping disfigure teeth.

Duration

1-1 ½ hours depending on the tooth surface that needs to be restored. Pre-assessment and consultation will also be done.

Special Instructions

Front tooth that has been restored using composite should avoid biting hardly covered foods (like nuts) and bones to avoid chipping the tooth.

Area of dentistry that focuses on dental prostheses (veneers, crowns, dentures).

Types. Veneers

Veneers (Hollywood Smile) – a layer of material placed over the tooth, veneers improve the
aesthetics of a smile and/or protect the tooth’s surface from damage

• Porcelain Veneers – are composed of a durable, high-quality ceramic that can be
  matched to the shade of your surrounding teeth for a seamless, natural look;
• Lumineers – are composed of Cerinate® ceramic – an ultra-thin material that can
  typically be placed without the use of drilling or injections;
• Zirconia Porcelain Veneers – are often ideal for patients who have teeth that are
  more severely damaged or decayed.

Lumineers – are composed of Cerinate® ceramic – an ultra-thin material that can typically be
placed without the use of drilling or injections.

Zirconia Porcelain Veneers – are often ideal for patients who have teeth that are more
severely damaged or decayed.

Types. Bridges and Crowns

Bridges and Crowns – are fixed prosthetic devices that are cemented onto existing teeth or
implants. Crowns are used most commonly to entirely cover or “cap” a damaged tooth or cover
an implant. Bridges are commonly used to cover a space if you’re missing one or more
teeth:

• Ceramic – are used for restoring front teeth, and are popular in this area for their
  ability to blend with your natural tooth color. The crown is made of a porcelain-based
  material;
• Porcelain-fused to Metal – provides a stronger bond than regular porcelain because it
  is connected to a metal structure. It’s also extremely durable;
• Base Metal Alloy – is made up of non-noble metals that are highly resistant to
  corrosion, and make for a very strong crown. It also requires the least amount of
  healthy tooth to be removed prior to fitting.

Types. Dentures

Dentures – are custom-made replacements for missing teeth and can be taken out and put back
into your mouth:

• Full Dentures – is placed in your mouth after any remaining teeth are removed and
  tissues have healed;
• Partial Dentures – rests on a metal framework that attaches to your natural teeth.
  Sometimes crowns are placed on some of your natural teeth and serve as anchors for the
  denture. Partial dentures offer a removable alternative to bridges.

Duration

Veneers: 1-1 ½ hours depending on how many will be placed. 2 visits are needed. First visit
is for tooth preparation (impression) and second visit for placement.

Bridges and Crowns: 1-1 ½ hours. Requires 2 clinic visits, 1st visit is for tooth
preparation (impression) and 2nd visit for placement.

Dentures: 1-1 ½ hours. Requires 2 visits, 1st visit is for tooth preparation (impression)
and 2nd visit for placement.

Special Instructions

Further information regarding prostheses care will be provided by your dentist.