The precise cause of dry socket remains the subject of study. Researchers suspect that certain issues may be involved such as bacterial contamination of the socket or, a trauma at the surgical site from a difficult extraction. The most common factor that can increase the risk of developing a dry socket is smoking or a… Continue reading Prevention and treatment of dry socket
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Same day crown with CEREC machine
CEREC is a sophisticated CAD/CAM (computer aided design/computer aided manufacturing) system for same day restoring of damaged teeth in form of inlays, crowns, bridges and veneers. Using this advance technology, we are able to restore majority of broken and damaged teeth with textbook precision and natural appearance within the same dental session. CEREC technology allows you to… Continue reading Same day crown with CEREC machine
Crowns
Crowns are ideal restoration for teeth that have been broken or have been weakened by decay or a very large filling. A crown could be used for a number of other reasons: you may have discoloured fillings and would like to improve the appearance of the tooth you may have had a root filling which… Continue reading Crowns
Immediate Implants
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In certain circumstances implants can be placed in the hole left by the root immediately after an extraction which is called an Immediate Implant . An Immediate Implant can be fitted from start to finish in one appointment. Usually implants need to integrate with the bone after they have been placed in bone. This takes at least 3-6 months… Continue reading Immediate Implants
Tooth Development
Tooth Development
Missing Tooth – Drift and Over erruption
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The gap left by a missing tooth can mean greater strain is put on adjacent tooth either side. The teeth next to the space can lean into the gap or the tooth on the opposite jaw may get longer and alter the way the upper and lower teeth bite together. These also can lead to food… Continue reading Missing Tooth – Drift and Over erruption
Sensitivity
Dentine hypersensitivity is sensation felt when the nerves inside the dentin of the teeth are exposed to the environment. The sensation can range from irritation all the way to intense, shooting pain. This sensitivity can be caused by several factors, including wear, decaying teeth or exposed tooth roots. The effects of gum disease can lower… Continue reading Sensitivity
Dental Bridge
Bridge is one of the options to replace a missing tooth subject to reliability of adjacent teeth. The modern way to replace missing tooth is Implant which does not require grinding of adjacent teeth respecting individuality and independency of each tooth. A bridge can last as long as the teeth underneath are not in trouble. Conventional… Continue reading Dental Bridge
Diastemas – Gap in Front Teeth
Diastemas – Gap in front Teeth A gap in the front teeth (Diastema) can appear unsightly. Tubes are placed over the two teeth … … and filled with Composite material. This builds up the teeth, closing the gap. The material is hardened with a bright light.
Smoking Affects Teeth
Smoking has many affects on oral health. Increased plaque, tartar and staining can occur. Furring of the tongue (increasing bad breath) … …reduced blood flow to the gums … … which is an indicator of the same affect on the heart tissue. Gums may recede … … tooth movement may occur … … tooth loss… Continue reading Smoking Affects Teeth