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Advanced Dentistry

Advanced Dentistry

Beyond Basic Dentistry:  Advanced and Mercury-Free

Modern treatment, green commitment.

At Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer specialized and eco-friendly treatments including TMJ Treatment for Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) which addresses jaw joint pain, clicking and headaches through professional care like night guards and referrals.  We have been Mercury-Free since 2006 and Dr. Rofael has been removing mercury amalgam fillings and using safer materials.

We practice Green Dentistry through paperless charting, digital radiography (low dose radiation), non-toxic products and recycling to reduce our environmental impact and promote wellness. We also offer Endodontics Therapy which includes root canals, re-treatment, apicoectomy (endodontic surgery) and treatment for cracked teeth and traumatic injuries.

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Advanced Dentistry

TMJ Treatment

Advanced Dentistry | TMJ Therapy

The Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located on either side of your head, just in front of your ears. This joint, in combination with other muscles and ligaments, lets you chew, swallow, speak and yawn. When you have a problem with the muscle, bone or other tissue in the area in and around the TMJ, you may have a Temporomandibular Disorder(TMD)

Signs or symptoms of TMD:

Pain and tenderness in or around the ear, the jaw joint, or the muscles of the jaw, face or temples.

Difficulty opening or closing your mouth.
Clicking, popping, crunching or grinding noise when you chew, yawn or open your mouth.
Associated neck pain and headaches.

In most cases, TMDs are caused by a combination of factors like joint disease, such as arthritis. Bruxism (tooth clenching or grinding), head or neck muscle tension and stress may make TMD symptoms worse.

Advanced Dentistry | TMJ Therapy

How is TMD treated?

It is important to note that treatment always works best with a team approach of self-care joined with professional care.

Treatment plan for TMD requires a thorough examination and, if needed, appropriate radiographs. This treatment plan may include relaxation techniques, medicine for pain, inflammation or tense muscles.

Your dentist may suggest wearing a night guard, made of clear plastic and fits over the biting surfaces of the teeth of one jaw so that you bite against the splint rather than your teeth. This often helps in the relaxation of your jaw joints and muscles.

At times, you may also require referrals to an Orthodontist / Prosthodontist to correct your bite and/or an Oral Surgeon.

Call us to find out if you are suffering from TMD

Mercury Free Dentistry

Dr. Rofael Offers Mercury-free, Eco-friendly Dentistry (Since 2006)

We know Mercury Amalgam (Silver) Fillings release poisonous mercury vapour and that there is no harmless level of mercury! We practice safe removal of silver amalgam/mercury fillings.We welcome you to come and experience a safe dentistry. Call us to schedule an appointment today!

Green Dentistry

Our Goal: Reduce Waste and Promote Wellness

Dr. Rofael and her staff have adapted green practices to reduce impact on the environment and patient treatment practices. We have formulated a green team with designated responsibilities and goals. Our goal is to try reduce outgoing wastes and promote the well-being of everyone in the clinical environment. As you are aware, dentistry uses various chemicals. We strive to consciously reduce the chemicals in the breathable air.

We Are Proud to Adapt the Following Into Our Practice:

  • Paperless patient charting and registration
  • Electronic claims, patient re-care and reminders.
  • Digital radiography eliminating x-ray films, toxic chemical processors and fixatives.
  • Very low dose radiation to reduce patient exposure to radiation.
  • Purchasing products and services which are environmentally friendly.
  • Practice Mercury-free dentistry
  • Use of non-toxic, green cleaning and sterilization products and supplies
  • Recycle broken or non-usable instruments
  • Use BPA-free composite resins and oral appliances

Endodontics Therapy

At Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we offer Root Canal Treatment, RCT Re-treatment for any previously failed treatment, apicoectomy (endodontic surgery), cracked teeth treatment, traumatic injury treatment and dental implantology.

If you would like additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact us by phone or email. We will respond promptly.