From Cavities to Crowns: Essential General Dentistry Services at Bite Dental Works

Taking care of your teeth isn’t just about a nice smile. It’s about stopping little problems before they turn into big ones. That’s where general dentistry comes in. From catching cavities early to restoring damaged teeth with crowns, Bite Dental Works in South Calgary is here to make every step simple, stress-free, and tailored to what you really need.

What Is General Dentistry and Why Is It Important?

General dentistry encompasses routine dental services that maintain your oral health and prevent dental problems before they become more severe. This includes dental examinations and checkups, dental cleaning, fillings and bonding to treat cavities, comfort and sedation dentistry for stress-free visits, and surgical treatments when needed. At Bite Dental Works, our full range of services ensures you receive personalized care that keeps your smile healthy and strong.

Regular checkups allow our dentists to detect early signs of cavities or other issues before they require more invasive procedures. Early treatment with dental fillings or bonding can often restore tooth structure and prevent decay from progressing. When damage is more extensive, dental crowns and bridges offer durable solutions to restore function and appearance.

Dental Crowns: Materials, Benefits, and When They Are Needed

Dental crowns are essential restorative options that cover and protect damaged teeth, restoring their shape, size, and strength. Bite Dental Works offers a variety of crown types, including porcelain crowns, zirconia crowns, metal crowns, and porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns, each suited for different needs.

Approximately 85% of the crowns we perform using CEREC technology in our office are for back teeth, which are located beyond the esthetic zone. These same-day crowns offer immediate sealing of the tooth, eliminating the need for a temporary crown and reducing trauma to the nerve. This helps protect your tooth's vitality and reduces sensitivity or discomfort.

Porcelain crowns provide a lifelike appearance, making them ideal for front teeth where esthetics matter most. Zirconia crowns combine durability and a natural look, making them excellent choices for both front and back teeth. Metal crowns, although less common in visible areas, offer exceptional strength and longevity, particularly for molars.

The CEREC Advantage at Bite Dental Works

CEREC (Chair-side Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramic) technology allows Bite Dental Works to design, mill, and place high-quality ceramic crowns right in our office, often in a single visit. With CEREC, patients avoid multiple appointments and the inconvenience of temporary crowns that can leak or come off.

CEREC crowns use advanced materials like Emax for front teeth and Zirconium for back teeth, combining beauty with durability. This efficient approach means your damaged tooth receives immediate, lasting protection while restoring your smile quickly.

Alongside crowns, Bite Dental Works also provides cosmetic dentistry services such as porcelain veneers and SureSmile® braces, ensuring you can achieve both healthy and beautiful teeth in one place.

Comprehensive Care for Your Whole Smile

At Bite Dental Works, your oral health is our priority. We also offer snore appliances to improve sleep quality, surgical treatments for more complex cases, and ongoing maintenance like dental cleaning to keep your gums and teeth in top condition.

Our sedation dentistry options ensure anxious patients receive comfortable care during any procedure. Whether you need a routine dental examination or a complex crown restoration, we are here to provide gentle, expert treatment tailored to your needs.

Contact Bite Dental Works to schedule your dental examination and explore our general dentistry services, including dental crowns, checkups, cosmetic treatments, and much more. Let us help you maintain a healthy, confident smile for life.