A crown is an artificial restorative device that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth to give it the shape, strength and functionality of a natural tooth. Crowns are ideal in restoring and strengthening teeth that have been broken, fitted with a large filling or weakened by decay. Crowns can also be used to improve the appearance of discoloured fillings, protect root canal treated teeth and to hold bridges or dentures firmly in place.

Crowns are made so that they match your other teeth perfectly, making them unnoticeable. A local anesthetic is used during the preparation, making the procedure painless.

A whiter smile gives a more youthful appearance to a person. At Canaan Dental, we provide a range of teeth whitening procedures, including the BriteSmile. Using the latest, most advanced state-of-the-art technology, the BriteSmile treatment has been able to achieve an average of 9 shades whiter! A combination of a gentle 15% hydrogen-peroxide whitening gel with BriteSmile's breakthrough "blue light," the BriteSmile procedure can be completed in around an hour's visit.

Another popular method of teeth whitening involves taking a mould of your teeth and making a set of customized trays that accurately fit both your upper and lower teeth. You just need to apply the whitening gel inside the trays and the result can usually be observed within one to two weeks of home treatment.

Dental Implants are artificial tooth roots which are surgically anchored into your jaw to hold the replacement teeth or bridge in place. Implant is the ideal solution to tooth loss as implants are stable, and do not rely on neighbouring teeth for support. They also look and feel just like natural teeth.

During the procedure, the dentist will place the implants into the jaw bone to serve as an artificial roots. The implant is made of a metallic material that is fully compatible with body tissue.During the process, neighbouring natural teeth remain untouched and as a result, dental implants offer significant long-term oral health benefits.

Veneers are very thin pieces of specially-shaped porcelain or composite resin that are bonded over the front of your teeth, used normally to treat severely discoloured, chipped, misshapen or crooked teeth. Veneers are extremely strong and durable, and come in a choice of shades that can brighten dark teeth.

Veneers are an effective solution to make your teeth look more natural and healthy. They are very thin and require little preparation. What's more, veneers are difficult to stain, making them a popular choice for people looking for a perfect smile.

Interested in getting veneers to make your teeth look healthy and natural? Contact us for more information or to arrange an appointment today!

Occlusion refers to the alignment of teeth and the way that the upper and lower teeth fit together. Ideally, all upper teeth fit slightly over the lower teeth and all teeth are aligned, straight, and spaced proportionally.

Malocclusion means that the teeth are not aligned properly and is most often hereditary. It can result in long term problems such as interference with the normal growth and development of the jaw. Abnormal swallowing patterns, impairment of chewing, and cavities due to the difficulty in removing plaque from crooked teeth are other common problems.

Orthodontic treatment using braces can correct malocclusion. Teeth are gradually shifted into their proper position through the use of braces. This slow and careful process takes place over a period of time but ultimately, the teeth are straightened and positions are corrected.

Composites or tooth-coloured fillings are the material of choice for many patients today. Composites are filling materials designed to match the colour of your teeth and blend in with your tooth enamel.

Composite is the perfect choice when the cavity is in a visible area, such as on the front teeth or at the gum line. Even cavities on molars can be restored with composites if the cavity is small to moderate in size. The two main ingredients are plastic resin and a filler of finely ground glass-like particles.

Although composite resin fillings are preferred for cosmetic reasons, if a cavity is too large, your dentist may recommend a different restorative material, for example zirconia based porcelain inlays or onlays.
Like all fillings, composite fillings, over time, may need replacing. Schedule regular dental check-ups in order to detect any problems early.

Bonding is a dental procedure utilizing a composite resin for various structural as well as cosmetic purposes. Composite resins can make cosmetic improvements and even change the colour of your teeth or the shape of teeth. Bonding will cover any stains you may have and even close gaps between teeth.

During bonding, your cosmetic dentist will apply a composite resin material and sculpt, color and shape it to a pleasing result. The resin comes in many shades so that we can always find a shade to match your natural teeth. Ask us how we can give you that picture perfect smile through bonding.

Good oral health starts from an early age - you're never too young to start taking proper care of your teeth. Special care must be taken at the early phase of life when there is a transition from milk teeth to permanent teeth. Parents have an important role to play on reinforcing good oral care in their young ones.

Canaan Dental works together with the parent and child to ensure that the proper oral habits are inculcated. Teeth are meticulously checked with necessary radiographs, diagnodent (a laser equipment) for any early signs of decay. Occlusions are periodically checked to ensure that malocclusions are promptly diagnosed. Children are educated on the benefits of a beautiful smile that will last them a lifetime.

Canaan Dental regularly conducts educational tours for pre-schoolers to reiterate our commitment towards educating the young on the importance of good dental habits including regular checkup visits at the dentist.

With the focus on preventive dentistry, early diagnosis is extremely important. Canaan Dental uses the latest in modern technology - the DIAGNOdent laser system to aid in the early diagnosis of tooth decay.

With the use of DIAGNOdent, we're able to obtain accurate numerical data on the condition of the teeth so as to make a better diagnosis and to determine the treatment to prescribe.

Canaan Dental has also acquired the latest hard and soft tissue laser, the Keylaser by Kavo to provide the option of "No Drill" as well as "No Blade" surgical dentistry. With this new Keylaser, we are now able to remove dental caries (decay) using the laser, without the high-pitched drill sound, and very often without the use of local anesthesia (numbing of the teeth and gums). The Use of Keylaser in certain minor surgical procedures means there is practically no more use of the surgical blade with minimal post-treatment discomfort & bleeding with speedier healing.

At Canaan Dental, it is our priority that you have a pain free experience. Therefore, we will spend time to give our dental injections so that they are as comfortable as possible. In addition, we use a machine called "No Pain", which is a computer controlled delivery system of dental local anaesthesia. This has proven to be very popular among our younger patients. In addition, our hard tissue laser machine, the "Keylaser" is able to provide our patients the luxury of a "No Drill" experience at our dental office as it can effectively remove decay without the use of the dental drill.

A Clear Alternative
Invisalign is a virtually invisible solution so you can smile during as well as after treatment. In fact, virtually no one will know you're wearing them unless you tell. By using a series of clear, removable aligners, Invisalign straightens your teeth right before your eyes. Change them about every two weeks and your teeth will move, little by little, towards the smile you have always wanted.

Invisible. Removable. And Comfortable
Invisalign is comfortable to wear and it doesn't require you to change your busy lifestyle. You visit your doctor every month or two to check your progression and get new aligners. Average treatment time is only about a year. Because aligners are removable, you can continue to eat your favorite foods while brushing and flossing normally to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

Nothing else measures up to Invisalign
When it comes to considering your options for a smile makeover, it's easy to see Invisalign's clear advantages which provide another reason to smile. Compare Invisalign to other teeth straightening options below.

Smile Design is a branch of cosmetic dentistry that provides the principles governing a beautiful smile. It uses the face as a guide to produce a smile that not only dazzles, but also one that compliments the face, thus ensuring the smile is both attractive and natural in its appearance.

It is a very common situation where patients find that their teeth start to become darker from about 6 months onwards after they whiten their teeth. This is why at Canaan Dental, we have developed the Whitening for Life programme to address this problem. All our patients that have completed their teeth whitening procedure at Canaan Dental are eligible to participate in this programme, (subject to terms and conditions).

We invite these patients to use a take home teeth whitening kit as a maintenance protocol, in which they are requested to use this home kit once every 2 to 4 weeks, depending on their diet . As food that are high in stain content may have a higher possibility of staining the teeth again, therefore people who likes these kinds of food should use the home bleaching kit on a more frequent schedule.

When these patients return to Canaan Dental for their regular 6 monthly check up, they are given a new tube of the home bleaching gel free of charge. In this way, we hope to encourage a more consistent use of the maintenance kit that will go a long way in keeping the smiles of our patient dazzling white.

To address this issue, we would use 2 case examples to illustrate how a combination of techniques and information is needed to handle such complex situations.

"I noticed that my front teeth have become shorter over the years. I also realized that the edges of my front teeth are chipped. What is happening?"

These may be signs of bruxism, which is the grinding of teeth that is not related to any masticatory event with food in the mouth. This is a growing trend among young professionals. They are busy and stressed during the day and this is expressed through bruxism when they sleep. As a result, their front teeth are worn down and chipped, compromising the smile. In this highly competitive corporate environment, a beautiful smile is an important asset for most people. Hence, this worn-down smile is a real concern for many young people.

A smile is the most eye-catching feature of a face. With dentistry's many advances, you no longer have to settle for stained, chipped or misshapen teeth. You can make choices that enable you to smile with confidence.

Even the most subtle change in your smile can make a dramatic difference in the way you look and feel about yourself. A beautiful smile can enhance your lifestyle and is a window to your corporate success.