FAMILY DENTISTRY
From oral hygiene checkups to crowns and bridges, we offer a wide range of family dentistry services for patients of all ages. You can count on us to provide the quality care you need at our dental clinic in Etobicoke.
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Oral Hygiene Checkups
Oral Hygiene Checkups
Regular checkups with a trusted dental professional can make a big difference in the health and beauty of your smile. Even with daily flossing and brushing, a dental expert provides essential care that’s needed to maintain your oral health beyond the surface of your teeth and gums.
At Humber Heights Dental, our general dentistry services, which include teeth cleaning, are designed to keep every aspect of your oral health in outstanding condition. Not only is this great for your smile, but coming in for regular oral hygiene checkups will also benefit your overall health.
Click to learn more about intraoral cameras, how they're changing routine dental appointments, and how they allow patients to better understand their diagnosis and make more informed treatment decisions.
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentistry focuses on children from birth through adolescence. We're passionate about creating a positive, child-friendly environment to prevent dental anxiety and ensure early, positive experiences.
Biannual dental visits for children are recommended starting about six months after the first tooth emerges. These visits allow us to monitor dental development, assess teeth and gums, and offer ongoing oral care guidance.
Dental X-Rays / Digital Radiographs
Dental X-Rays / Digital Radiographs
Dental X-rays, also known as radiographs, play a pivotal role in helping to detect problems such as cavities, tooth decay, and impacted teeth early on. They use low levels of radiation to capture detailed images of your teeth and gums and can better expose:
small areas of decay
bone recession
tumors
fractures and trauma
positioning of the teeth
developmental irregularities
tooth positioning
Digital radiographs use an electronic sensor instead of traditional film to capture detailed intraoral images. A full mouth series typically includes eighteen views, with two main types — periapical checks for issues in the root tips and bitewing examines the upper and lower jawbones. There are also panoramic x-rays, which provide a comprehensive view of the face and teeth by rotating the x-ray machine around the head. They are particularly useful for patients with gag reflex issues, TMJ disorders, impacted teeth, or suspended cysts and abnormalities. Dr. Holta Kellezi uses dental X-rays to thoroughly assess oral health, which ultimately ensures more effective treatments.
Root Canals and Endodontics
Root Canals and Endodontics
A root canal is a procedure used to repair and save teeth that would otherwise need to be extracted due to decay or infection by removing the damaged pulp, nerves, and bacteria, then filling the space with medicated materials.
The process involves numbing the tooth, cleaning out decay, and sealing it with a permanent or temporary filling. A crown is often added to protect and restore the tooth's function. Without this intervention, the surrounding tissue can become infected and abscesses may form.
Tap to learn more about endodontics, like dealing with a cracked tooth, having a root amputation, and root canal retreatment.
Crowns and Bridges
Crowns and Bridges
Chipped, cracked, and broken teeth can affect both your self-confidence and oral health, leading to sensitivity, chewing discomfort, cavities, and infections.
At our Toronto dental clinic, we offer a range of advanced dentistry techniques to restore your smile and alleviate oral health issues. Our patients can choose from the following restorative treatments:
Tooth Extractions
Tooth Extractions
Tooth extraction is a relatively quick outpatient procedure performed by a dentist or oral surgeon. At Humber Heights Dental, we offer extractions for both primary (baby) teeth and permanent (adult) teeth.
While many teens, and some adults, have their wisdom teeth removed, tooth extractions may also be necessary in adulthood to prevent further damage, alleviate pain, or stop the spread of infection. Excessive tooth decay, crowding, fractured or malformed teeth, advanced gum disease, and preparation for orthodontics may require an extraction. Those undergoing chemotherapy or preparing for an organ transplant may also need compromised teeth removed in order to maintain oral health.
Dentures and Partial Dentures
Dentures and Partial Dentures
Dentures are removable appliances that replace missing teeth and tissue, enhancing your smile and function. There are two types: complete dentures for all missing teeth, and partial dentures for gaps when some teeth remain. Complete dentures come as conventional (made after healing) or immediate (placed right after extraction).
The process involves several appointments for molds and adjustments to ensure a perfect fit. Initially, you might experience some soreness and speech changes, but these will improve. Proper care and regular dental visits will help maintain your dentures for years.
Restorations
Restorations
Inlays and onlays are custom restorations made of composite, gold, or porcelain, crafted by a dental lab and cemented into place by your dentist.
Inlays repair teeth with large fillings, decay, or damage, offering a more conservative option than crowns as they preserve more of the natural tooth. The process involves two appointments: one for impressions and temporary restoration, and another for fitting and cementing the final inlay.
Onlays are similar but cover more extensive damage, including chewing cusps. They also require two visits for mold-making and final placement. Both restorations are durable and enhance both function and appearance.
Amalgam Fillings
Amalgam Fillings
Silver amalgam fillings effectively repair teeth damaged by decay, cracks, or fractures. They are durable, ideal for back teeth, and are an alternative to composite fillings. The procedure involves removing decay, cleaning, and placing the filling in one visit.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride Treatment
Topical fluoride strengthens teeth by penetrating enamel and making them more resistant to decay. It's commonly found in toothpaste, mouth rinses, and gels, with professional applications recommended twice a year for children. Systemic fluoride supports both erupted and developing teeth and is obtained from food, water, and supplements like drops or tablets.
Additional treatments may be necessary for those with deep pits on teeth, sensitive roots, poor oral hygiene, frequent sugar intake, or other factors reducing fluoride exposure. However, monitoring intake is crucial to avoid fluorosis, a condition causing white spots on teeth from excessive fluoride during tooth development.
Maxillofacial Surgery
Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral and maxillofacial surgery is all about diagnosing and treating conditions of the head and neck. They handle a variety of procedures, including:
Jaw Alignment
Cleft Lip & Palate Repair
Apicoectomy
Oral Cancer Treatment
Facial Cosmetic Surgery
Gum Disease Treatment
Gum Disease Treatment
Gum disease treatment, or periodontics, focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating periodontal disease, which affects gums and jawbone. This includes gum disease, gum recession, crown lengthening, and ridge augmentation.
Early treatment is crucial to stop the progression of periodontal disease. From bone grafting to oral cancer exams - tap to learn more about the treatments available at our Toronto office.
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