Dental Technology at Mackenzie Dental Centre
Dr. Pedvis provides a distinctive brand of modern dentistry, using state-of-the-art tools, and employing the latest advances in dental technology. Patients, young and old, are in capable hands with the Mackenzie team.
- Amalgam-free fillings are 100% mercury free, and the ideal answer for discriminating patients. Mercury fillings can be safely removed and replaced with 100% mercury free composites.
- ZOOM! teeth whitening provides excellent whitening results in as little as a single session. These procedures are performed in-office, and can make the teeth appear up to eight shades whiter.
- Invisalign® clear braces are designed to straighten teeth with “aligners” that are practically invisible. Worn over the teeth, the “aligners” gradually shift the teeth, without metal brackets.
- Dental veneers are used to restore teeth that are damaged or decayed. Made from porcelain or composite material, they fit over a tooth and dramatically improve the overall aesthetic look.
- Dental crowns are restorative procedures – they are intended to repair a natural tooth. A crown will cover a tooth and will restore the look and shape, while enhancing the structural strength.
- Dental implants replace a natural tooth with a custom “replacement” tooth. This is a surgical procedure, with excellent results, allowing the tooth to feel as comfortable as a natural tooth.
- Gingival contouring (gum contouring) is for patients with uneven gum lines. Basically, patients have their gums “sculpted” – it’s a rather quick procedure, and painless for most patients.
- Dental bridges comprise a device that fills the space where there is a missing a tooth (or teeth). Bridges are custom-designed and custom-fit, usually incorporating an artificial tooth.
- Tissue and bone grafts are often associated with dental implants. The clinic offers professional advice on treatment options; proper timing for the procedure; and recovery protocols.
- Moderate sedation benefits patients who are nervous at the dentist’s office. The sedation allows patients to feel more relaxed, while conscious and awake, but without feeling any pain.
- Emergency dental services are offered when unexpected situations arise. The clinic is equipped to treat a wide variety of emergencies, and every effort is made to ensure immediate attention.
- The Mackenzie Dental Centre is very much at the forefront of modern dentistry, employing the latest in dental technologies, and trying to ensure the maximum in patient comfort.
- The Wand Anesthesia System is less a stressful option than conventional syringes. There is far less numbness, and patients can return to their routine without any of the usual discomforts.
- Periowave™ is a non-invasive procedure that reduces the negative effects of gum disease. As an adjunct to periodontal care, bacteria are effectively neutralized (the cause of gum disease).
- Velscope is one of the leading technologies for screening oral cancers. Velscope will identify skin tissue that might potentially be cancerous or pre-cancerous, allowing for early treatment.
- Digital X-Rays are quicker and sharper than traditional X-Rays. Using computer technology, they emit less radiation for the patient, and deliver X-Ray images that are available immediately.
- SIRONA SIROLaser is used in various applications: root canals; herpetic lesions; oral surgery; even periodontal treatments. The lasers allows for precision, less swelling, and faster healing.
- DIAGNOdent helps to detect cavities – it can identify smallish, emerging cavities not otherwise visible. This allows for more accurate and precise diagnosis during a dental examination.
