FAQs on Cosmetic Dentistry / Pain Free Treatments

1. What are the services included in Cosmetic Dentistry?

We offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry treatments. Some may include surgical procedures, while others are less invasive. Cosmetic dentistry treatments include porcelain veneers, lumineers, tooth bleaching, teeth whitening, dental implants, bonding, dental bridges and dental crowns.

2. Does your ZOOM! Teeth Whitening System work?

Yes. Zoom! Teeth Whitening System uses high intensity ultraviolet light to activate the hydrogen peroxide gel to penetrate the surface of the tooth and get rid of stains. Unlike other teeth whitening treatments that usually takes weeks to get results, ZOOM! Teeth Whitening System only takes 1 hour.

3. What is The Wand?

The Wand is our virtually pain free numbing system, which should make injections completely painless. We understand how traumatising pain can be for dental patients. This is why we have this system in order to minimize pain felt during any treatments.

4. Can porcelain veneers really produce that natural look?

Yes. Porcelain is a material that can be colour-matched precisely to your teeth. Our expertise and skill ensure that your veneers will look as natural as possible. We also offer Lumineers, which can be much thinner than traditional porcelain veneers and can be bonded onto the teeth with minimal or no removal of healthy tooth structure.

5. Will Dental & Health on Clarendon help me with my choices in improving my smile?

Yes. Dental and Health on Clarendon will guide you through the treatments available. Our friendly and professional staff are more than happy to answer any questions that you may have regarding our treatments. We will make sure that when you leave you will have all the information required to make an informed decision that will keep you smiling.

6. What can smile makeovers do for me?

A Smile Makeover is a custom plan using cosmetic dentistry treatments specifically designed to significantly improve the way you look. It will not only improve how your smile looks, but it will also improve how you look and feel overall. Smile makeovers are one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry treatment options in our clinic. You will have a better, brighter smile.

7. What are the treatments associated with smile makeovers?

Smile Makeovers can be comprised of several different treatments depending on your individual requirements .These include dental implants, tooth bleaching or teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, Lumineers, composite resin bonding, dental crowns and bridges. As each makeover is custom designed, the treatments will vary from person to person.

8. What can porcelain veneers accomplish?

Porcelain veneers are like "contact lenses" for the teeth. If you want to improve your smile, then porcelain veneers can help create a perfect looking smile, cover up any teeth imperfections, such as discolouration, chips or cracks,overlapping or spaced teeth.

9. What is cosmetic bonding?

Cosmetic bonding is a minor procedure that can help repair chips, close small spaces between teeth, mask discoloured teeth and even create vampire teeth.A smile makeover can be achieved in a single visit for a fraction of the cost of porcelain restorations(veneers and crowns).

10. What are your methods for achieving painless procedures?

For applying anaesthesia without the painful prick of the needle, we offer The Wand. This numbs the gums, giving us a virtually painless way to deliver anaesthesia injections. We also offer distraction by letting our patients watch a movie right in the dental chair. We also offer nitrous oxide(happy gas) to help you relax and be more comfortable when you sit in the dental chair.