Teeth naturally darken with age, and of course with the use of teas, coffee, smoking, and dark foods. Also tooth brightness is a matter of perception. An individual with darker skin will appear to have whiter teeth.

The options for teeth whitening are:

1) home teeth bleaching kits

2) bleaching strips

3) surface whiteners such as: toothpastes, gum & mouthwashes

4) in office bleaching systems

5) light activated teeth whitening

The Zoom Teeth Whitening system has developed a reputation as the most widely used light activation system in the world amoung dentists, and is consequentially always trying to do whatever they can to ensure that they innovate with every generation of the product and produce the type of results that people will feel confident showing off. Light activated whitening must be performed in a dental clinic as it involves the use of a UV light to aid in the acceleration of the bleaching effect. One visit lasting about 1 hour is all that is required to make teeth several shades whiter.

The zoom whitening uses a hydrogen peroxide based whitening gel that delivers noticeable polished and welcome results with every application by through a 32% hydrogen peroxide gel and the all important activator. The combination of these components in the correct proportion will deliver the most desirable effect. The dental attendant setting up the procedure will mix the hydrogen peroxide with the activator and position the UV light so that all you need to do is sit back and wait for the sessions to finish. There may be some tooth sensitivity towards the end of the procedure, so it may not be recommended for individuals with highly sensitive teeth.

So if a beautiful white smile is what you’re after, nothing will get your teeth looking shades whiter than Zoom Teeth Whitening – give us a call to set up your appointment and thing will start looking brighter for right away: 1-888-262-1965.

Full Mouth Reconstruction (Bite)

Full mouth reconstruction is, in a nutshell, a complete dental overhaul.

It can be as simple as dentures, crowns, veneers, and as sophisticated as exterior facial changes. By changing the placement of the teeth, it can have a positive effect on the look of the face. It seems astounding, but true. “Buck teeth” would be a simple example of this.

There are many reasons for bite reconstruction, such as cosmetic and Esthetics – just wanting a nicer looking smile; deterioration decay or disease (ie: periodontal disease); and accident related missing or chipped teeth.

Sedation Dentistry

With Anxiety free dentistry, you won’t feel any discomfort (not even the effects of freezing). We have invested in new technology and highly trained staff to calm any dental fears even dental phobia(s) with a variety of non-invasive options, including oral sedation (a capsule the night before).

Imagine all your dental work summed up in one appointment! With sedation dentistry, this is possible. With traditional dentistry typically only a few teeth are done at a time, with sedation dentistry all fillings, root canals, crowns, etc. can now be done in one visit.

As younger people often have more fear of the dentist, often caused by previous traumatic dental experiences, we have special solutions for all ages including very young children, including ultra-cool high tech Virtual Reality Goggles.

Are you an avoider, going at the last resort? Don’t wait for a dental emergency, like a toothache or abscess or worse, now with anxiety free dentistry, dental care can really be peaceful, relaxing and stress free.

Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Snoring
(sleep apnoea, sleep apnia)

Excessive daytime sleepiness, poor concentration and snoring are only some of the sleep apnea symptoms. Sleep apnea is the obstruction of air and/or missed breaths while sleeping.

We have excellent treatments for sleep apnea.

If you have trouble sleeping, excessively tired during the day, wake up in the middle of the night, or if your spouse tells you that you stop breathing when you sleep, get diagnosed. It may save your life.

TMJ (The temporomandibular joint)

Popping sounds in the jaw joint, headaches, jaw pain, neck and shoulder pain, even ringing in the ears (tinnitus) can all be symptoms of TMJ, one of the newest fields in dentistry. TMJ is the study of the jaw, joints and the muscles that connect them all, and many physiological problems can be the result of a misaligned jaw.

Some people nickname it tense muscle joint, but it’s actually the tempormomandibular joint. If you have a stressful job or life you may be familiar with the TMJ phrase already.

We understand how uncomfortable & stressful it can be living with these symptoms, and dealing with the lack of sleep they cause. We want you to be able to live your life with peace of mind and happiness, and we are here to help you find the solution to issues that can often be very difficult for doctors to diagnose. Contact us today to set up a free no-obligation consultation by entering in your number below to connect with us instantly.

Many people wonder what implants have to do with dentures, and its a great question. As we get older, so do our teeth, and the years of tooth decay may have taken their toll on your teeth, or the fear of going to the dentist caused you to avoid or ignore any issues you may have had, and you lost a tooth or two – or several. Implants can not only be a permanent solution for a single tooth, but are also used to stabilize a whole set of dentures, making them considered to be permanent as well.

When there are teeth missing in the mouth, implants are the best and most effective solution to bridge the gap. It can work for one tooth, two or more in the same location, or an entire set of upper and/or lower dentures. When considering a replacement for a missing tooth, many patients opt for a tooth bridge. The problems with this are the bone in the jaw where the teeth used to be begins to deteriorate, and opting for tooth bridge requires that the adjacent teeth be resurfaced in order  to accommodate the new permanent appliance which is cement to the teeth to span the bridge. A dental implant is the perfect solution to this problem, as the other teeth are left unharmed.

For single teeth, a dental implant is inserted by first drilling a hole into the jaw, and a titanium post (which has been proven to be bone-friendly) is screwed into the bone, then a manufactured tooth (called a crown) is snapped onto the post. This all happens in one session, is painless, and will make your teeth look perfect, while preventing bone decay as your new implant works to maintain the bone under it.

Mini implants are used to secure a full set of dentures. As with a single tooth, the mini-implant are secured into the bone, and the fixed bridge or full denture is fastened to the implants. This requires a minimum of 2-4 implants on the upper or lower jaw to secure the bridge or denture. The end result is comfort. Unlike removable dentures which are quite large to be able to be held in by the gums, permanent dentures feel like natural teeth and do not take as long to get used to, as they do not feel as foreign to you in the mouth.

For both these procedures, there is minimal invasive surgery required, and the healing is very quick as there are no sutures required during the procedure.

Needless top say, dental implants have been one of the most significant advancements in dentistry in the last 30 years. Every year tens of thousands of Canadians opt for this solution, as they inevitably feel better about themselves with a full set of teeth. If you would like a free consultation no-obligation appointment to discuss your options for implants and dentures, contact our Bradford dental clinic by entering your number in the box you see below to connect instantly.

You can even continue to brush and floss as you normally do, and allows you to eat the foods you enjoy. With this modern approach, it’s comfortable, affordable and effective. This is a great option for professionals, college student, teens and for those who’d like to keep a low profile on teeth straightening.

Orthodontics typically corrects crowded or crooked teeth, an overbite, an underbite, an overjet and an open bite. Many people are first inclined towards veneers. While being an option, they simply cover the surface without fixing the initial issue. With various orthodontic options now available, some teeth can be straightened in a matter of a few months.

Missing a tooth, or teeth? Orthodontics can help with that too. A Bridge may also be an option for you. We’ll look at the health of your gums and your teeth to make sure that adjacent teeth are strong enough to support a bridge.  There are multiple types of Bridges. Bridges typically use the adjacent teeth as anchors, to hold the device in place. Implants are also a viable solution, and greatly preferred. Being stronger more permanent than a bridge, they do not require any work to adjacent teeth. With our dental procedures being done in house, it often takes only two visits.

Orthodontics can address jaw problems as well. Did you know headaches, neck aches, migraines and facial pain can be symptoms of TMJ? Often times correcting this jaw relation with orthodontics could address a lot of these issues.

KIDS SHOULD NOT BE SNORING. Snoring and sleep apnea comprise a vast topic, but, to put it simply, if you cannot breathe, you die.  Jaw development can be improved with orthodontics. Dr. Chai’s method is to always develop the jaws first. If your child is snoring, he or she needs treatment.

Orthodontics has come light years, with ever perpetual technical advancements; it is so much faster and predictable than ever before. To schedule your free orthodontics consultation at Bradford Family Dentistry, just click enter your phone number below to connect with our clinic instantly:

The General Dentists Practice

According to the Canadian Dental Association, there are close to 18,000 licensed dentists in Canada, 75% of them being males (however this is changing). General dentists account for over 85% of licensed dentists in Canada, and there is roughly 1 dentist for every 1,700 Canadians (as high as 1/5000 in rural areas). In general, 2/3 of the population visit their dentist yearly, not surprisingly is the same percentage that also have some level of dental coverage. About half of dentists choose to work alone in their own clinics, while some work in hospitals, perform research, or work for corporations.

The Procedures That General Dentists Provide
To become a general dentist, 6-7 years of post-secondary education are required, while specializing in other areas may require additional years of education. It is common for general dentist to be equipped to handle several areas of dental services, to provide multiple services for the convenience of their patients, such as:

• Cosmetic dentistry
• Crowns, bonding & bridges
• Dental implants and Dentures
• Gum disease (such as gingivitis)
• Dental Hygiene
• Root canals
• Orthodontics
• Restorative care
• Teeth cleanings
• TMD/TMJ therapy

At Bradford Family Dentistry, we use the most up-to-date procedures, equipment, and materials, while maintaining a holistic approach to dentistry and patient welfare. We believe in using dental substances & technology that is safer to the body, such as dental bonding instead of mercury fillings, and digital x-rays instead of traditional.

If it has been a while since you have seen a dentist, there is no need to be stressed out about it. We have several sedation methods that take the worry out of your visit. It is important to maintain the health of your teeth to avoid further problems such as gingivitis, periodontal disease, trench mouth, and oral cancer. We welcome you to come to our general dentistry clinic in Bradford for a free consultation appointment – just click on the button below and enter your phone number to connect with us.

Not just for women. Men and Teens are actively participating in the look of their teeth, especially when it comes to whitening. So what are the options? It depends on what you need…

Zoom – One Visit Teeth Whitening with modern technology. Natural Product in combination with Laser Light makes a powerful change. Most economical option. Free Home Touch Up Kit – Exclusively with Bradford Family Dentistry’s Whitening for Life Program.

Dental Bonding / Tooth Bonding – essentially the white material a dentist uses for filling cavities, but re-purposed for “spot” whitening or fixing a chipped or decayed tooth.

Porcelain Crowns (Inlays/Onlays) – different from typical bonding or fillings, they are a very hard piece of ceramic which is a custom fit of the filling or implant (if tooth was removed or already missing). Thanks to super cool Cerec 3D technology, our in house clinic uses a digital camera which takes a precise picture of the tooth cavity, and a machine mills a ceramic block to the precise tooth shape which is then fused to the existing tooth.  All in one visit, all in under an hour.

Dental Bridges & Implants – Best option for missing teeth and loose dentures. The safest and most effective long-term solution for a missing tooth, Implants are artificial replacements for teeth that have been lost. See more here: Implants

Mini implants are used to secure a full set of dentures. No more teeth rattling around while eating, sporting, gardening, and well, living! Eat what you want, be as active as you want, all thanks to new mini implants. Like regular implants, but the “light” version so to speak, they act as anchors for the dentures to keep them from shifting, yet dentures can still be removed for daily cleaning.  See more here: Mini Implants

Dental Veneers – Typical Teeth veneers are a thin layer of porcelain fused to the front of teeth that give that Movie Star type smile (for those who weren’t born with it). Even the most crooked, gapped, cracked, chipped, worn, and discoloured teeth can be treated; and will even bond to old existing crowns and bridgework.

New technology called Cerinate Lumineers has developed veneers so thin that little or no prep work of the teeth is required. No shots, no freezing, no drilling, no discomfort, no removal of tooth structure! And they’re as thin as a contact lens! Lumineers are still made of porcelain for endurance. Results are long term (20 yrs).

Invisalign – clear removable aligners, which actually correct the underlying problem for moderately crooked teeth, and are a wonderful option. Technically considered orthodontics, they are definitely worth mentioning here. More economical than veneers. Results are long term.  Even Tom Cruise used Invisalign! (His natural teeth were already beautiful; he just needed a moderate alignment) see video: Invisalign Tom Cruise.

If you would like to know more about cosmetic dentistry, or are just curious about the various options, you can schedule a free no-obligation consultation by entering your phone number below to connect instantly to our office.