Comprehensive Dental Care for a Lifetime of Healthy Smiles
The Dentistry & Oral Health department at Margaret Lawrence University Teaching Hospital is your home for complete dental care. We provide a full spectrum of services for patients of all ages in a modern, comfortable, and welcoming environment. Our team of skilled dentists, hygienists, and specialists is committed to helping you and your family achieve and maintain optimal oral health.
General & Preventive Dentistry
The foundation of a healthy smile begins with routine preventive care. We focus on preventing dental problems before they start and tailor our approach to each patient's individual needs.
- Comprehensive Examinations: Routine check-ups, oral cancer screenings, and state-of-the-art digital X-rays.
- Professional Cleanings: Thorough removal of plaque and tartar by our skilled dental hygienists to prevent gum disease and cavities.
- Protective Treatments: Application of dental sealants and fluoride to protect teeth against decay, especially for our younger patients.
Restorative Dentistry
When your teeth need repair from damage or decay, we use modern materials and techniques to restore their function and natural beauty.
- Tooth-Colored Fillings: To seamlessly and aesthetically repair cavities.
- Crowns & Bridges: Custom-crafted, durable porcelain restorations to protect damaged teeth or replace missing ones.
- Root Canal Therapy: A gentle and effective procedure to treat infection within a tooth, saving it from extraction.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Achieve the confident, beautiful smile you've always wanted with our range of cosmetic services designed to enhance the aesthetics of your teeth.
- Professional Teeth Whitening: Safe and effective in-office or take-home whitening treatments for a dramatically brighter smile.
- Porcelain Veneers: Thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored porcelain to transform the appearance of your teeth.
- Cosmetic Bonding: A simple and quick procedure to repair minor chips, gaps, or imperfections.
Oral Surgery
Our skilled dental surgeons perform necessary surgical procedures with a strong emphasis on your comfort, safety, and a successful recovery.
- Tooth Extractions: Including the careful removal of impacted wisdom teeth.
- Dental Implants: The gold standard for replacing missing teeth, providing a permanent and stable foundation for a new tooth or bridge.