Adult Dental Care
Service List
- Children Dental Care
- Adult Dental Care
- Teeth Cleaning
- Cosmetic Teeth Whitening
- Cavity Protection
- Oral Myofunctional Therapy Consultation
Adult Dental Care
- Oral health assessment—including detection of gum disease or periodontitis
- Oral cancer screening
- Locating the sources of bad breath with an assessment of overall oral health
- Professional dental cleaning
- Dental stain removal and polishing of teeth
- Non-surgical periodontal treatment (deep dental cleaning)
- Dental desensitizing treatment
What is professional dental cleaning?
The Dental Hygienist removes Biofilm (film of tooth bacteria) under the gum line and in between the teeth and in all difficult-to-reach areas. Most often there is also some mild, moderate, or abundant dental tartar present, which is a calcified substance that needs professional removal.
What is “deep scaling and root planing”?
The Dental Hygienist removes calcified biofilm (Tartar) from above and under the gum line in deep pockets using ultrasonic and hand instruments, where bone loss has occurred.
Root planing will smooth out all the rough irregularities on the root surface, which harbor microorganisms and prevent complete healing. A clean, sterile tooth /root will allow tissue regeneration and promote healing.
Dental stain removal and polishing:
At Westshore Dental Hygiene there are two methods of stain removal available:
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- Airflow method, bicarbonate powder in spray form is applied for heavier stains.
- Preventive polishing pastes in many different flavors being used for lighter Stains and plaque removal.
Desensitizing of teeth
What causes sensitive teeth?
- Gum disease
- Acidic Beverages
- Brushing with abrasive toothpastes, and brushing incorrectly can result in the wear of enamel and wear away the root surface.
- Some dental treatments can cause sensitivity, such as braces, crown placement, teeth whitening, and tooth restorations
- Grinding of teeth
Tooth sensitivity occurs when the underlying layer of your teeth (Dentin) becomes exposed as a result of receding gums.
As the protective layer of gum is no longer there, dentinal channels are exposed and creating a pathway to the dental nerve. Hot, cold and sweet is now transmitted and create a sensitive tooth sensation—pain.
What can I do about it?
- Use a very soft toothbrush
- Floss and brush correctly to prevent abrasion of the enamel
- Use toothpaste for sensitive teeth (in-office desensitization procedures are also very helpful)
- 5% Fluoride Vanish directly applied to the sensitive areas will help to remineralize and seal sensitive areas
Pricing Plan:
Treatment is based on individual needs. We value each patient’s individual situation and will suggest the most appropriate treatment plan.
At Westshore, all insurance claims are submitted for your convenience. We will help you to get information about your coverage. We also follow the suggested fee guides that have been set by the Ontario Dental Hygienist Association.
Service List
- Children Dental Care
- Adult Dental Care
- Teeth Cleaning
- Cosmetic Teeth Whitening
- Cavity Protection
- Oral Myofunctional Therapy Consultation