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Dr. François Lechner and his team at Prisma Dentistes would like to invite you to discover our unique approach to dentistry, with cutting-edge technology and a holistic focus on patient health and wellness. Find out more today about Invisalign treatments. Pain-free invisible orthodontia really does exist: treat yourself to the brilliant smile you’ve been dreaming […]

What to look for? Part 3 of 3: Signs (intra-oral) Crowded lower anterior teeth Wear of lower anterior teeth Lingual inclination of lower anterior teeth Lingual inclination of upper anterior teeth (Div. II occlusion) Bicuspid drop off Depressed Curve of Spee Lingually tipped lower posteriors Narrow mandibular arch Narrow maxillary arch (high palatal vault) Midline […]

What to look for? Part 2 of 3 : Signs (extra oral) Facial asymmetry bilaterally Short lower third of the face Chelitis Abnormal lip posture Deep mentalis  crease Dished-out or flat labial profile Facial edema Mandibular torticollis Forward head posture (Lordosis) Elongated lower face (steep mandibular angle) Speech abnormalities Do you have any of these […]

What to look for? This is a three-part article. Part 1 : Symptoms Headaches TMJ pain TMJ Noise Limited opening Ear congestion Vertigo (dizziness) Tinnitus (ringing in the ear) Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) Loose teeth Clenching / Bruxing Facial Pain (nonspecific) Tender, Sensitive teeth (percussion) Difficulty chewing Cervical pain Postural problem Paresthesia of fingertips (tingling) Thermal […]

The Sport and Health Ambassador, Dr. François Lechner, and the team at Prisma Dentists are actively involved within the community. The clinic has been a major partner of the Soccer Club Mont-Royal Outremont for many years. Keeping active helps promote good dental health!

Are you concerned about how your teeth look? Veneers are thin porcelain shells that are used to correct the contour, colour and dimensions of your teeth to improve the appearance of your smile. With this treatment you can finally have the smile you’ve always wanted! The application of veneers is performed by a simple procedure […]

What is a bite plate? A bite plate is an acrylic piece moulded to the teeth to be worn day or night to prevent the top teeth from coming in contact with the lower ones. Who can benefit from a bite plate? This is an ideal solution for people who suffer from bruxism (clenching and […]

Here is a list of questions that will guide us in determining the right neuromuscular treatment for you. On a scale of 1-10 with “10” being the worst pain imaginable above the shoulders, how many mornings per week do you wake up with a “0” (zero)? On a scale of 1-10, what’s the average “number” […]

A beautiful smile, white teeth and healthy gums: who wouldn’t want that? Billions of bacteria grow in your mouth. Did you know that each of your 32 teeth offers them an easy access to your body? Proper treatment of your teeth and gums will naturally prevent the spread of bacteria into your body. “Yes it’s […]

Traditional prevention procedures (brushing, use of dental floss and fluorides) act on the smooth surface of teeth. Sealants are an added measure to traditional means. Sealants act on teeth that have pits and fissures, usually the first molars (erupting around the age of 6) and second permanent molars (around the age of 12). WHAT DO […]

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