Kelowna Dental Services
Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry is exciting because it can truly enhance a person’s life. Even though cosmetic dentistry is elective and often not health related, benefits can be as far reaching as improving self-confidence, improving job prospects, and giving a person a more youthful appearance.
Invisalign
Problems with how the teeth come together (malocclusion) – affects roughly 56% of the population. Generally, braces and clear aligners are associated with straightening teeth and improving esthetics.
Fillings
Root Canal
Sedation Dentistry
Basic Restoration
Implants
Extractions
Aesthetic Makeovers
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is the technological breakthrough many parents have long been waiting for. Its a minimally invasive treatment option that can be used to reverse and arrest cavities.
Sedation Options Available For Patients
Seeing a dentist can be intimidating for many people. We strive to make your dental experience as comfortable as possible. If there are concerns about pain or discomfort, please ask us about special sedation options.
Emergency Care
Unfortunately, dental emergencies happen and often after office hours. Dr. Kim is committed to responding to all emergency calls and to getting you the care you need in a timely manner. There are few things worse than dealing with untreated dental pain and we are here to help.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is a commonly treatment that can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for extraction.
Crowns and Bridges
A bridge is fixed dental device used to replace one or more missing teeth.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt within the mouth. When wisdom teeth are properly aligned and gum tissue is healthy, wisdom teeth do not have to be removed. Unfortunately, wisdom teeth are often not well aligned. The extraction of wisdom teeth is necessary when they are prevented from properly erupting within the mouth. They may grow sideways, partially emerge from the gum, and even remain trapped beneath the gum and bone. Impacted teeth can take many positions in the bone as they attempt to find a pathway that will allow them to successfully erupt.
These poorly positioned impacted teeth can cause many problems. When they are partially erupted, the opening around the teeth allows bacteria to grow and will eventually cause an infection. The result: swelling, stiffness, pain, and illness. The pressure from the erupting wisdom teeth may move other teeth and disrupt the orthodontic or natural alignment of teeth. The most serious problem occurs when tumors or cysts form around the impacted wisdom teeth, resulting in the destruction of the jawbone and healthy teeth. Removal of the offending impacted teeth usually resolves these problems. Early removal is recommended to avoid such future problems and to decrease the surgical risk involved with the procedure. Oral sedation is available for patients who are anxious about wisdom tooth removal.
With an oral examination and x-rays of the mouth, Dr. Kim can evaluate the position of the wisdom teeth and predict if there are present or potential future problems. Studies have shown that early evaluation and treatment results in a superior outcome for the patient.
Bruxism Treatment (Night Guards)
Bruxism, also known as clenching and grinding, occurs in most people at some point in their lives.
We have practical solutions that can help make your dental experiences more manageable, even enjoyable. If you have financial concerns in regards to dentistry in Kelowna, feel free to contact us by telephone or by completing our contact form. As a dentist in the Mission area of Kelowna, Dr. Kim provides dental services to clients from the entire greater Kelowna area and to families of all types and income levels. Your child’s first dental appointments will shape how your child feels about going to the dentist well into adulthood. We make the experience comfortable and fun. Your child’s first dental appointments will shape how your child feels about going to the dentist well into adulthood. We do our best to make the experience comfortable and fun, whether the patient is a child or a 70 year old child at heart. We invite you to share with us any of your concerns about the dental experience, so that a plan can be put in place to help alleviate any pre-appointment worries.
Dental Exam
Your initial visit at our office will include a comprehensive exam of your teeth, charting of any work that has been done on your teeth and an assessment of the gums (perio-probing), and surrounding bone structures.
Dental Exam Information – Get all your questions answered by Dr. Kim.
Extractions
Sometimes, despite excellent oral health routines and timely dental care, a tooth must still be removed.
Fissure Sealants
Fissure sealant is a dental procedure that aids in the prevention of dental caries.
Professional Dental Cleaning
Our Registered Dental Hygienists understand the importance of oral health and are passionate about educating our patients on how to properly care for their teeth and gums.
The Hygienist will remove tartar, plaque, and stains using a combination of hand instruments.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a mineral that is applied topically to help prevent tooth decay.
Digital X-Rays
A digital x-ray is a technique that uses an electronic sensor to capture and store the image on the computer.
Pediatric Dentistry
Your children’s dental care is extremely important to us. Pediatric dentistry focuses on children from birth through adolescence.
Inlays and Onlays
Sometimes a large amount of a tooth’s biting surface is damaged.
Are you looking for a new Dentist in Kelowna?
Kelowna dentist Dr. Daniel Kim welcomes new patients at Mission Creek Dental Centre. [New Dental Client PDF Form]