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If your gums ever bleed after normal brushing or flossing, you may think of it as no big deal. However, in many cases, bleeding gums are an early sign of gum disease, a progressive bacterial infection that can cause serious damage to your mouth. This disease affects nearly half of all American adults over 30 and is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Fortunately, treating gum disease early […]

Ottawa dentist Dr. Ami Barakat leads a team of highly trained dentists, hygienists, and staff. At Villanova Dental Studio, our team is committed to providing exceptional patient care and advanced dental treatment. We are dedicated to undergoing continuous education to stay at the forefront of dentistry. Through continuous education, we are able to provide our patients with the latest treatments, technology, and treatments in dentistry. Our Vision At Villanova Dental Studio we strive to […]

Crooked teeth are one of the most common reasons patients visit the dentist. Straightening crooked teeth can not only improve the appearance of your smile, but it can also improve the overall health of your smile. Early intervention for straightening crooked teeth may help prevent complex dental issues. At Villanova Dental Studio in Stittsville, ON, Dr. Ami Barakat offers a full range of orthodontic solutions for patients dealing with various types of orthodontic […]

Transform your smile with porcelain veneers. At Villanova Dental Studio, Dr. Ami Barakat offers a wide range of cosmetic density services that may be used to enhance the appearance of your natural smile. Porcelain veneers are a long lasting, natural looking cosmetic dentistry treatment. If you would like to determine if porcelain veneers are right for you, visit our Stittsville, ON dental office. What are porcelain veneers? Porcelain veneers are […]

Villanova Dental Studio in Stittsville, ON, we offer a full range of solution for addressing crooked teeth. One of the most popular solutions among adults is  Invisalign®, a clear braces system used to straighten crooked teeth and address malocclusion. Invisalign allows patients to achieve a straighter smile on their own time. Invisalign is a clear, removable aligner system that gradually straightens crooked teeth. Patients choose Invisalign because it offers a more discreet and comfortable alternative to traditional metal braces. Ottawa dentist […]

Finding the proper techniques to take care of your teeth while wearing braces is an essential part of maintaining a healthy smile. At Villanova Dental Studio, Dr. Ami Barakat and her dental care team are committed to helping each of our patients achieve a straighter, healthier smile. Dr. Barakat can work with you to find the best ways to take care of your teeth and gum while wearing traditional metal […]

Tooth bonding is one of the most performed cosmetic dentistry procedures. Tooth bonding can be used to address a wide range of cosmetic dental concerns. Tooth bonding can address: gapped teeth discoloured teeth chipped, fractured, or broken teeth misshapen teeth cracked teeth Ottawa, ON dentist Dr. Ami Barakat offers a full range of cosmetic dentistry solutions including tooth bonding. Dr. Barakat leads a team of highly trained professionals who are committed […]

Are you or is someone you know in need of dental care, but don’t have the financial resources?  June 2, 2018, Dr. Ami Barakat and our dental care team will participate in Dentistry From The Heart’s Free Dentistry Day. Dr. Barakat teams with this fantastic organization one day every year to give back to our community who supports us all year round. We believe that all people have a right to a healthy, […]

What is an open bite? An open bite is an orthodontic concern where the top and bottom teeth do not properly make contact. In most cases, the back molars will touch but the front teeth will not close. An open bite is best treated during early development in children. Open bites may make speaking and chew difficult for your child. What causes an open bite? Open bites may be the […]

Do not hide your smile due to the embarrassment of a gummy smile. Many patients with an elongated gum line feel unhappy with the appearance of their smile. Overexposure of the gumline can make teeth appear short and unbalanced with the rest of their smile. Gummy smiles may even interfere with a patients ability to receive the dental care they need.  If you have a gummy smile there are non-invasive treatment options […]