by downtownsleepdentistry | Nov 16, 2022 | Uncategorized
Whether you’ve already experienced the loss of a tooth, or are currently dealing with a problematic tooth that will soon require extraction, a dental implant can serve as an excellent replacement option.With an up to 98% success rate, dental implant procedures have...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Oct 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
Wisdom teeth, otherwise known as “third molars,” are the teeth that often erupt sometime between the ages of 17 and 25 (hence the word “wisdom” representing this transitional period from childhood to adulthood).Many people with wisdom teeth are recommended by a...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Sep 14, 2022 | Uncategorized
Dental anxiety is the occurrence of extreme stress levels, worry, and even physical distress caused by the anticipation of attending a dental appointment. This stress can be brought on due to painful experiences at the dentist in the past. Or, it can even be...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Aug 25, 2022 | Kids Dentistry
The first dental appointment is a big step for a child. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, children should experience this initial visit by their first birthday. During this visit, an oral exam and cleaning take place. Parents also receive...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Jul 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Going to the dentist is a different experience for every patient. Depending on the procedure, you may require your dental surgeon to use sedation or anesthesia. Dental anesthesia comes in a variety of forms and applications. At Downtown Sleep Dentistry and Oral...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Jun 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
You’re positive you are done losing teeth. Then, suddenly, your dentist tells you that your wisdom teeth need to go. Unlike your baby teeth, though, when your wisdom teeth come out, you have to put in some effort to heal. The recovery process is somewhat different for...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Mar 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
Sometimes situations arise that require a tooth to be extracted earlier than what was intended. When this happens, it is our job as your trusted child’s dentist to preserve the space for the permanent tooth. Space maintainers are frequently used in pediatric dentistry...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Mar 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
Dental crowns come in all different shapes, sizes, and colours. Because they are fitted to your specific tooth, at Downtown Sleep Dentistry we are able to provide you with solutions that best suit your child’s specific needs. White, or zirconia, dental crowns are a...
by downtownsleepdentistry | Jan 24, 2022 | Kids Dentistry
Did you know that the first modern day dental crown was introduced in 1903 by Dr. Charles Land? It was an all-porcelain jacket crown, which was an invention he had patented in 1889. Throughout centuries dental crowns have been created with many different types of...
