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For decades, teeth straightening meant wearing braces. The metal edges, wires and general discomfort were an experience many went through in grade and high school, adding to the awkwardness of growing into an adult. No surprise, many tried to avoid braces altogether. Fortunately, modern dentistry has created an alternative with Invisalign aligners at Dentistry at LaSalle in Burlington, Ontario.  Benefits include:  Clear material that can’t be seen easily, even when you smile Effective straightening benefits without painful hardware Removability when your teeth need a break from the pressure involved How to Remove your Invisalign Aligners Generally, Invisalign aligners are fitted to a patient’s teeth but not … Continue reading “Handling Invisalign Aligners”

Dental implants are considered the best option for replacing missing teeth due to their strength, stability and longevity. At the same time, the implant process can be lengthy, taking six months or longer to complete. At Dentistry at LaSalle, Burlington, Ontario, you work with Dr. Abhishek Apratim and Dr. Sam Gupta for implant treatment. Knowing what to expect from this treatment and how to care for your implants after surgery can help you recover smoothly. The Implant Process Implants comprise a titanium post, an abutment and a restoration. The post is implanted into your jaw surgically, where it will fuse with your … Continue reading “Importance of Caring for Implants after Surgery”

Burlington, Ontario, area patients are encouraged to work with the team at Dentistry at LaSalle to address emergency dentistry concerns that may arise. Our team offers urgent dental care for new and current customers, helping individuals in their time of need when unexpected issues occur. How to handle dental emergencies Patients must understand what constitutes a dental emergency before calling our Burlington, Ontario, team for urgent dental care. Dental emergencies are best described as situations in the oral cavity requiring immediate attention from a dental professional. Below are just some of the more common dental emergencies we see at Dentistry … Continue reading “Where can I find an emergency dentist near me?”

Crooked teeth at the front of the smile can have a significantly negative impact on its appearance. It can also cause some patients to feel self-conscious about how they look when they smile, laugh, and socialize with friends and family. To address this, patients will need to ask their dental team about cosmetic dentistry solutions such as porcelain veneers. Our dentists at Dentistry at LaSalle work with patients in and around the Burlington, Ontario, area who are considering ways to disguise imperfections in their smiles. What are porcelain veneers? Porcelain veneers are described as thin but strong pieces of porcelain … Continue reading “Using veneers for covering crooked front teeth”

Try as you may to take good care of your teeth, there may come a time when an accident happens, leaving you to deal with a chipped, cracked, or broken tooth. Fortunately, your Burlington, Ontario, team of dentists offers a practical solution for repairing damaged teeth in the form of dental crowns. Crowns are custom-made caps that fit snugly over cracked, broken or severely decayed teeth to keep them from shattering. Our dentists can restore their look, structure and function by crowning damaged teeth. At Dentistry at LaSalle, we offer metal-free crowns for repairing damaged teeth. About Metal Free Crowns  … Continue reading “Porcelain Metal Free Crowns, A Practical Solution for Repairing Damaged Teeth”

Most people are born with beautiful and healthy teeth, ready to come in at some point. However, life and circumstances can cause tooth loss, and when this happens, it affects our confidence and even our overall health.  Fortunately, people in Burlington, Ontario, have options for replacing their missing teeth. With dental implants, you can restore your beautiful smile and continue to get the most out of life.  What Are Dental Implants?  With dental implants, titanium roots are planted directly into the jawbone. These implants can be used to replace multiple teeth or just one tooth.  Once the implants are in … Continue reading “Transform Your Smile with Affordable Teeth Implants”

Many patients feel nervous or anxious right before a major dental treatment.Nervousness, however, shouldn’t stop you from getting the routine dental care you need to maintain good oral health. If you’re avoiding the dentist due to dental anxiety or fear, we invite you to visit our sedation dental clinic in Burlington, Ontario, for stress-free dental services. At Dentistry at LaSalle, Dr. Swati Khanna, an experienced dentist for nervous patients,can help meet your dental needs. How Sedation Dentistry Works  Sedation dentistry uses medication to help nervous patients relax for their dental treatments. At our sedation dental clinic, we offer three forms … Continue reading “Do Dental Visits Make You Nervous? Sedation Dentistry Can Put You at Ease”

In today’s world of modern dentistry, living with crooked, misaligned teeth isn’t necessary. These problems and more can be easily fixed through Invisalign orthodontic treatment. Invisalign orthodontics from Dentistry at LaSalle in Burlington (Aldershot), Ontario, can correct numerous tooth alignment issues to give you a smile you can be pleased with. A beautiful smile is well worth the investment! Correct Teeth Alignment with Invisalign Invisalign aligners offer an alternative to metal braces for achieving your goal of straighter, more attractive teeth. Invisalign can be used to correct issues such as: Crooked/misaligned teeth Gaps between teeth Uneven/misshapen teeth Overcrowding Protruding teeth … Continue reading “Invisalign, Your Smile is Worth It!”

For many people, dentures make a great choice for replacing lost teeth, as there are numerous denture options to choose from. If you’ve lost several teeth in a row, flexible partial dentures could be just what you need. At General & Cosmetic Family Dental Clinic in Burlington, Ontario, we have ample experience with denture treatments and can help you make wise denture decisions. An evaluation from a member of our team is the first step toward getting the replacement teeth you need. Benefits of Flexible Snap On Partial Dentures Flexible partial dentures differ from traditional dentures in several ways. First, … Continue reading “Flexible Partial Dentures: Are They a Good Fit for You?”

If you have a dying tooth, root canal therapy can rescue it from extraction. During root canal treatment, your dentist or endodontist removes the diseased pulp chamber and its contents and restores your tooth so it can survive for many years to come. At General & Cosmetic Family Dental Clinic, Dr. Swati Khanna and her team have saved many smiles in Burlington, Ontario with root canal therapy. If you suspect that you have an infected tooth, please book an appointment today. Signs of infection Root canal treatment is generally a safe and successful procedure, but it is not without risks. … Continue reading “The Signs of Infection after Root Canal Treatment”