Dr. Ma & Associates provide a full range of dental treatments including:
 

Early morning, evening & Saturday appointments


General & Family Dentistry

At Woodbine-Steeles Dental Clinic, we provide treatment for the entire family from children, teens, adults and the elderly in a comfortable, family friendly environment. We offer many aspects of general dentistry including composite white fillings (mercury free), treatment of gum disease, extractions (removal of teeth) and the replacement of lost teeth with bridges, dentures and implants. We pride ourselves on meeting or exceeding the current recommended sterilization techniques for the protection of you and your family.

We are equipped with digital radiography equipment. Digital radiography uses significantly less radiation than the old style x-ray techniques and is faster and produces no environmental waste products.


Cosmetic Dentistry including Veneers

Cosmetic dentistry involves taking an artistic approach to smile design using the latest dental techniques. The treatments offered can be used to straighten, lighten, reshape and repair damaged teeth. A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain that fits over the front surface of a tooth. Veneers can improve the colour, shape and position of your teeth. They are the treatment of choice used in many smile makeovers. A veneer can make a chipped tooth look intact and close small gaps, when orthodontics (braces) are not suitable.


Bleaching & whitening of teeth

A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful - it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression. In addition to the in-office whitening we also offer professional home whitening kits, with custom made trays.


Treatment of periodontal (gum) disease

The word periodontal literally means "around the tooth." Periodontal disease is a serious bacterial infection that destroys the attachment fibers and supporting bone that hold your teeth in your mouth. Left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to premature tooth loss. We can treat the different stages of periodontal disease from the mild form (gingivitis) to the more advanced stages of the disease.


Crowns & Bridges

A crown is an artificial restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth. They are an ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling.

Often used when one or more teeth are missing, a bridge consists of a replacement tooth that is attached to crowns on the adjacent teeth. The replacement tooth is shaped to fit the contours of its adjacent teeth, and the bridge is cemented permanently to the adjacent remaining teeth.


Dentures & Denture Repair

There are two types of dentures: partial and full dentures. Both types are made in a dental lab, based on a mold (or an impression) of your mouth.

A partial denture is also called a "removable partial denture" or a "partial." It is made up of one or more false teeth, and held in place by clasps that fit onto nearby teeth. You can take the partial denture out yourself, for cleaning and at night. A partial denture may be used when nearby teeth are not strong enough to hold a bridge, or when more than just a few teeth are missing. A full denture is also called a "complete denture" or "false teeth." It can be used when all your natural teeth are missing. Remember, you need to care for a denture as carefully as you would look after your natural teeth. Repairs restore a fractured or damaged denture close to its original condition. In some cases we can provide denture repair procedures on a same day basis.


Invisalign-straightening of teeth (orthodontics) with clear aligners

Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that are custom-molded to fit you. The virtually invisible aligners gradually reposition your teeth into a smile you'll be proud of. There are no metal wires or bands to irritate your mouth, and best of all, most people won't notice you're in treatment


Dental Implants

Dental Implants are strong, comfortable, permanent and an extremely realistic way of replacing missing teeth. A dental implant is a titanium metal rod, which is surgically placed into the jawbone and used to support one or more false teeth. At Woodbine-Steeles Dental Clinic we use the latest techniques making the treatment totally pain free and giving you a natural looking smile.


White Fillings

After decay is removed from a tooth, something must be placed in that space to give strength back to the tooth. Fillings are the most common restorative procedure. White fillings are an alternative to silver (amalgam) fillings. White fillings are made of a strong composite resin that is matched to the surrounding tooth colour. In the past, white fillings were placed only on front teeth, but recently a stronger more durable material has been developed that can withstand the chewing pressure of back teeth.


Nitrous Oxide Gas

Nitrous oxide is a popular anaesthetic agent used by dentists. Its safety has been well established; it is effective, and the anaesthetic effect wears off quickly so there is no extended recovery time. It can be used for both children and adults.

Nitrous oxide has a very calming, comforting effect, even though the patient remains in control. Some dental experts have called it the "ideal anaesthetic" because it takes effect quickly (in less than 5 minutes) and because there is a very rapid recovery time (about 5 to 10 minutes. Nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen so that you will have an ample supply of oxygen at the same time.


Intraoral camera to view your oral health

We strive to provide our patients with the highest quality and the most advanced dental care. With this in mind, we have a piece of dental equipment to help you better understand your dental health. It is an intraoral camera. It is a tiny video camera that looks like a pen. A sterilized small probe shaped camera is moved around the inside of your mouth. This will provide you with a tooth-by-tooth video exam of your teeth so you can see your teeth enlarged in living colour on our computer screen.


Movies in the dental chair

 




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