Cosmetic Dentist
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Cosmetic Dentistry in
Downtown Ottawa

Every smile is unique, and it is normal to want a few improvements over time. Cosmetic dentistry can help brighten your teeth, smooth chips and uneven edges, close small gaps, and improve overall shape and symmetry. As we age, teeth can shift, wear down, or become stained, but even small changes can make a noticeable difference.

If you are considering cosmetic dentistry in Downtown Ottawa, contact Pretoria Bridge Dental to book a consultation. We will talk through your goals, review your options, and recommend a plan that fits your smile and lifestyle.

Cosmetic Dentistry Treatments

Veneers

Veneers are thin, custom restorations placed on the front of the teeth to improve shape and colour. They can help close small gaps, cover chips, and create a more even smile. We offer prepless veneer options in select cases, which can be reversible and may involve little to no tooth reduction.

Micro-Thin Veneers

Micro-thin veneers (as thin as 0.3 mm) are designed to improve the appearance of the teeth while preserving as much natural tooth structure as possible. With proper care, they can provide long-lasting results.

Tooth Contouring

Tooth contouring reshapes the edges of your teeth to improve symmetry and smooth uneven areas. It can be a great option for minor adjustments, often with subtle but noticeable results.

A couple shows off their beautiful smile that they got at pretoria bridge dental
A happy couple smiles after getting dental work at Pretoria Bridge dental

Bonding
Dental bonding processes are used by dentists to close the space between teeth and create a more visually appealing smile

CEREC
CEREC is an advanced digital methodology for the design and production of ceramic crowns. It is used to make ceramic crowns, inlays & onlays. CEREC is performed chair-side and produces very high-quality dental restorations.

FAQs

Most people in good health are eligible for dental veneers. That being said, there are certain conditions which might complicate getting veneers, such as:

  • If a tooth has decay this must be addressed before getting veneers
  • If a tooth is in an area with periodontal disease the disease must first be treated
  • If a tooth has little enamel left the veneer might not stick to the tooth
  • If too much of the tooth is missing a dental crown might be a better option
  • If a person grinds or clenches their teeth this can chip and damage dental veneers

Normal veneers are permanently attached to your teeth after removing or reducing some of the patient’s tooth enamel so that the porcelain veneers can be placed on the teeth. Prepless veneers are a less-invasive form of veneers which is similar to standard veneers but with several advantages. Unlike traditional veneers, your dentist does not need to remove enamel and the veneers can be placed directly on your teeth. Also, contrary to normal veneers, prepless veneers can also be removed. If you would like prepless veneers, contact Pretoria Bridge Dental to book an appointment today!

Anybody with a healthy mouth and clean teeth is a candidate for prepless veneers. That being said your teeth don’t have to be perfect, in fact they shouldn’t be! Veneers are for people looking to improve the appearance of their smile. If you have significant staining, cracks, chips, short, mismatched, or worn-down teeth, dental veneers are a great option to improve your smile.

Dental contouring is also known as tooth reshaping or enameloplasty is a cosmetic dental procedure which is done to change the shape, widge, or length of your teeth. Dental contouring is done by removing small amounts of tooth enamel to achieve the shape you want. Even a few millimeters of reduction in the right places can dramatically improve the appearance of your teeth. If you require only a few small fixes to your teeth, dental contouring is a great option.

Dental bonding also known as bonded restoration, is a way to make minor repairs to your teeth. Bonding uses a composite resin with the same colour as teeth to reshape teeth. Your dentist will place the resin on your tooth, shape it, and then harden it with light. Dental bonding can be used to repair a chipped tooth, fill in large gaps between teeth, or restore a broken tooth to size, so if any of these issues are affecting you dental bonding is a great treatment option. If you think dental bonding could be for you, contact Pretoria Bridge Dental to book an appointment today!

Depending on the teeth whitening procedure, your diet, smoking habits, and oral hygiene, this can vary depending on the person. However, on average teeth whitening can last up to 3 years.

To keep your teeth in good condition after a teeth whitening session, there are some common foods you should avoid within the first 24-72 hours of your teeth whitening session. Foods to avoid can include:

  • Tea
  • Coffee
  • Red wine
  • Soda or pop
  • Fruit juices
  • Alcohol
  • Soy sauce
  • Ketchup
  • Sugary foods like cake, cookies, and ice cream

At Pretoria Bridge Dental, we offer smile makeovers for our Ottawa patients. A smile makeover typically involves a combination of one or more cosmetic dentistry treatments. These cosmetic procedures can include teeth whitening, dental bonding, veneers, dental crowns, implants, and more!

The goal of a smile makeover is to address a couple of different pain points when it comes to your smile in order to achieve a total makeover! Contact the team at Pretoria Bridge Dental today for a consultation.

Oral hygiene is extremely important following your dental crown procedure. Within the first day after your dental crown procedure, you should brush and floss gently by pulling the string through. This ensures you don’t pull up on your crown with the floss.

For best practices based on your particular situation, it’s best to consult your specific dental professional. They will be able to provide a detailed guide for oral hygiene following any cosmetic dentistry procedure.

Dental bonding usually lasts between 3 and 10 years but can vary depending on the lifestyle habits of the patient. Dental bonding can last longer or shorter depending on how well you stick to an oral hygiene routine, which areas of your mouth are bonded, how often you visit the dentist, your smoking habits, dietary choices, and much more.

What Do I Need to Bring to the
Initial Consultation Appointment?

A list of medications you are currently taking
Your health card or driver’s licence
Your dental insurance information
Pretoria Bridge Dental's team
Dental program cards or stubs
The referral note from your dentist, if you were given one
Any X-rays your dentist has given you

Pretoria Bridge Dental Is Built On The Trust & Care
We Have For All Our Patients

Hours & Contact Information

(613) 236-5202
(613) 236-5206
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223 Echo Dr, Ottawa, ON K1S 1N2
Office Hours
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Parking

We have two free parking spaces in our clinic lot. Also, there are three parking spaces at the Ottawa Chinese Bible Church (on the corner of Main and Graham). On Graham Avenue you will find two-hour parking available; while there is also parking on Hawthorne Street from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and then again from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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