Dr. Shupe specializes in prosthodontics, or dental prosthetics. In addition to cosmetic treatments, Dr. Shupe can replace damaged or missing teeth with prosthetics, such as implants and dentures. Veneers: Veneers whiten badly discoloured teeth, fix breaks and chips, and realign your bite. Crowns and bridges: Crowns fix chips and cracks in teeth and protect teeth against additional damage.
Bridges replace missing teeth, ensuring that your teeth remain properly aligned. Dental implants: When you have broken and damaged teeth, dental implants can replace the missing teeth. Don't let your tooth damage become permanent. If you need your smile rebuilt, trust Dr. Shupe to guide you through the proper treatment to restore your oral health.
Bridges replace missing teeth, ensuring that your teeth remain properly aligned. Dental implants: When you have broken and damaged teeth, dental implants can replace the missing teeth. Don't let your tooth damage become permanent. If you need your smile rebuilt, trust Dr. Shupe to guide you through the proper treatment to restore your oral health.
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Dr. Shupe is a prosthodontist, and with his expertise and years of experience, you will be well-cared for at his Kelowna office. To provide competent and effective treatment, Dr. Shupe is constantly upgrading his professional knowledge and techniques.
Dr. Shupe, a graduate of the University of Alberta, practiced general dentistry for 12 years prior to his specialty training in Prosthodontics, Maxillofacial Prosthetics and Dental Oncology at Louisiana State University and the University of Texas.He served as Associate Professor on the UBC Faculty of Dentistry for two years before moving to Kelowna in 1986.
Dr. Shupe, a graduate of the University of Alberta, practiced general dentistry for 12 years prior to his specialty training in Prosthodontics, Maxillofacial Prosthetics and Dental Oncology at Louisiana State University and the University of Texas.He served as Associate Professor on the UBC Faculty of Dentistry for two years before moving to Kelowna in 1986.
You don't need a denturist's or dentist's referral to consult with Dr. Shupe, who is experienced at prosthodontics in Kelowna. Yet, we welcome your questions concerning the important decisions you make about your dental health, dentures or aesthetic dentistry. Before you book your first appointment, Dr. Shupe offers answers to some frequently asked questions.
Dental bonding is a process used to treat problems from dental stain, crooked teeth and teeth that have experienced chips or cracks. Cover intrinsic stain - extrinsic stains resulting from lifestyle habits or diet are often resolved with alternative treatments, but intrinsic stains can be more stubborn.
Plaque is a yellowish film that builds up on the surface of the teeth. The film is composed of bacteria, which feed on the sugars in your food. As the bacteria grow, it produces acid as a waste by-product. The prevention of plaque buildup is one of the main goals of your dentist. Professional dental cleanings on a regular basis help in the fight against plaque formation.
When it comes to improving a person's smile, there are a number of treatments available to produce the desired result. Cosmetic dentistry is the process of using dental techniques to improve the appearance and aesthetics of a smile through such treatments as dental implants, ceramic crowns and bridges, and veneers.
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David S.
Dec 14, 2018
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Baz
Jun 29, 2016
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In 2013, I had seven implants upon which, Dr. Shupe 'placed' a full set of upper teeth and a partial set of lower teeth, together with crowns on some existing teeth. This was major restoration work as far as I am concerned. It is now July 2016, nearly 3 years since the work was completed. During this period, I have had no concerns whatsoever. The teeth are as good as when Dr. Shupe first did the work and there has been no problem at all. There was some slight discomfort when the implants were placed, but no pain. There was no real discomfort/pain during the procedures carried out. My teeth still
