Q & A
Frequently Asked Questions
The early stages of periodontal disease show little to no symptoms. It is brought on by bacteria that enters the gums and surrounds the teeth. 'Gingivitis' is the term used to describe the current situation. The gums swell, inflame, and frequently bleed. If the problem is not appropriately addressed, it gets worse. Now there are noticeable symptoms. They consist of:
- Bad Breath
- Gum Recession
- Gum Sensitivity to Acidic Foods
- Abscesses
- Tooth Pain
- Tooth Loss
Amalgam, also referred to as silver fillings, has been used for many years. It was the best filling restoration since it was made of an alloy of metals. When heat or cold is applied to the metal, it expands and shrinks. Once a tooth was filled, this made it such that minimal bacteria could enter, maintaining the tooth's strength and health.
Composites, sometimes known as white fillings, are frequently comprised of plastic or glass polymers. With the help of these aesthetic fillings, we are able to fill a cavity with a material that resembles your natural tooth structure in both appearance and feel. In order to stop decay, this repair is made of resin and is snugly fitted into the tooth. The composite color will resemble the color of your teeth rather than being gray or silver in your mouth.
In the modern dental world, there are several techniques to improve your smile. Several techniques consist of:
- Tooth Whitening
- Bonding
- Porcelain Veneers
- Porcelain Crowns
We are capable of applying any or part of these techniques to enhance your smile. Please get in touch with our office to schedule a precise consultation so we can create a treatment strategy just for you.
A cost-effective and secure method for achieving a gorgeous, healthy smile is tooth whitening. Fluoride has been added to the bleaching agent throughout time. This lessens the possibility of sensitive teeth and gums.
After a thorough examination and hygiene cleaning, your dentist must supervise any tooth whitening.
If properly cared for, the whitening procedure might endure for a number of years. Wine, cola, tea, coffee, and other beverages will lessen the aftereffect. Recall that anything that may stain a white shirt will also stain your smile.
- Dental implants mimic your natural tooth's appearance and functionality.
- Dental implants are a long-term remedy for tooth loss.
- Regular hygiene appointments at your dentist's office are required to preserve dental implants.
- The likelihood of bone loss, periodontal disease, tooth mobility, and more tooth loss is reduced by dental implants.
- A removable full or partial denture is no longer necessary thanks to dental implants.
- Dental implants are exclusively concerned with the lost tooth or teeth. In a conventional bridge, one or more neighbouring teeth would need to be extracted in order to make room for a false tooth.
The typical dental implant procedure requires three to four sessions. X-rays are taken of the area at the initial visit, and impressions are also made for a surgical guide and a temporary prosthesis to cover the Implant.
The Implant is put in at the following visit. The region is treated with a local anesthetic. (Any extra sedation is no longer necessary unless deemed by the dentist). The implant will then be inserted following a little incision made by the dentist. The jaw bone receives the implant. Sutures will subsequently be used to close up the wound. The pain during the surgery is typically not severe.
Your next visit will be in around three months, when work will start on the porcelain crown that will cover the implant.
Dental implant costs differ from one dentist to the next. Always make an appointment for an implant consultation to go over the process and its associated costs.
A dental implant can last between 30 years and a lifetime with regular oral hygiene appointments and the right at-home maintenance.