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Teeth Whitening 101
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Teeth whitening treatments are a great way to improve the appearance of your teeth and increase your overall confidence. For many people, stained or yellow teeth can lead to lower self-esteem, making them hesitant to smile in photos or uncomfortable in social situations. At Constitution Dental in Downtown Ottawa, our dentists and dental hygienists believe that everyone should feel confident in their smile, which is why we offer both in-clinic and take-home teeth whitening treatments
What Are Dental Crowns?
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If you’ve had extensive dental work done in the past, you probably have a few metal crowns to show for it. Thanks to technological advancements in restorative and cosmetic dentistry, dentists are now able to offer porcelain and ceramic dental crowns, which are a far more attractive option for patients who have extensive tooth damage and still want a beautiful white smile. But what exactly is the purpose of dental crowns? The Purpose Of Dental
Modern dental technology has made it possible for patients to get permanent solutions for their missing or decaying teeth, including dental implants, dental bridges, and other implant-supported dental restorations. Dentures are no longer the only option, nor are they the best choice for patients who want to regain some functionality of their bite. That said, dental implants and implant-supported restorations are permanent, so there are several things to consider before making the decision to undergo
Dental Bridges Explained
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Edentulous patients have lots of options when it comes to tooth replacement: dentures, dental implants, and dental bridges are the most popular. However, each of these fake tooth prosthetics comes with its own pros and cons, so it’s important to fully understand them before choosing one option over the others. Dental bridges are a restorative dental application that not many people know about, so we’re dedicating this blog post to a brief explanation of what
Attention to our current and new patients, It is important that if you feel the onset or the occurring following symptoms, to report to triage or reception. Please review the information listed below: If you have at least one of the following symptoms: Fever and/or new onset of cough or difficulty breathing OR At least two of the following symptoms:ChillsFatigueHeadacheSore throatRunny noseStuffy or congested noseLost sense of taste or smellHoarse voiceDifficulty swallowingDigestive issues (nausea/vomiting, diarrhea,
To all of our patients at Constitution Dental, We are thrilled to welcome you back to our clinic. As you know, we are committed to maintaining the best quality of care for all visitors, current patients and new patients. Due to new implementations required to minimalize the spread of infection of COVID-19, we ask that you review the important information below prior to your appointment with us. If you have at least one of the following
To Our Dear Constitution Dental Patients, We hope all is well with you and your family during these challenging times. Many of our patients have been forced to wait for dental care due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we appreciate everyone’s understanding while we were closed to prevent the spread of the virus. We are committed to providing for the dental needs of our patients and fully restoring services as soon as possible. We are
Dental fears and phobias are not uncommon, even among adult patients. For some people, just the sound of dental tools makes their skin crawl, and they’d rather do anything else than visit their family dentist. So, why is this? In many cases, dental fears and phobias develop during childhood due to an unpleasant experience with cavity fillings, tooth extractions, and even braces. Even patients who have never had any dental work aside from professional teeth
Very few people are born with perfect teeth. Odds are, you’ll need braces or Invisalign® at some point, not to mention cavity fillings. If you don’t take good care of your teeth, you might also need root canals, dental crowns, and other restorative dental treatments down the road. Not only do these things affect the health of your teeth, but they also impact their appearance. Luckily, our dentists offer a customized solution to address all