A dental crown is a type of tooth repair that covers the full visible portion of the tooth. It is the most robust type of “dental restoration”, and Dr. Hawryluk Jr. uses it for teeth that have encountered a lot of damage from decay or trauma. Many teeth that have had extensive fillings end up
read moreA successful dental outcome begins with Dr. Hawryluk Jr preparing, treatment planning, and making a sound diagnosis. Critical steps include designing your dental work and proper use of dental cement. The materials we use most at St. Lawrence dentistry are zirconia, glass ceramics, and hybrid ceramics. Metals are also used, however, their role is as
read moreSt Lawrence Dentistry uses materials that offer outstanding aesthetics and high strength. Lithium disilicate glass-ceramic represents a unique material choice we provide to the Mississauga community. IPS Emax (made by Ivoclar Vivadent) is the brand used at St Lawrence Dentistry. It is composed primarily of quartz, lithium dioxide, phosphor oxide, alumina, and potassium oxide. Overall,
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