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Dental X-rays (radiographs) are images of your teeth that your dentist uses to evaluate your oral health. These X-rays are used with low levels of radiation to capture images of the interior of your teeth and gums.
A dental urgent care facility commonly treats a patient who has knocked a tooth out of their mouth. A dentist can replace this tooth, as long as it is put back in the tooth socket within one or two hours
A scale and polish can be done by your dentist or hygienist. The first ‘scrape’ stage totally removes the deposits of plaque and tartar from your teeth. The next step is to ‘polish‘ the teeth to make the surface really smooth. While polishing removes stains leaving teeth bright and shiny, it is not just a cosmetic procedure.
Fluoride is a natural mineral that builds teeth strong and prevents cavities from your teeth. It’s been an essential oral health treatment for decades. Fluoride supports healthy tooth enamel and fights the bacteria that harm your teeth and gums.
Fissure sealants are a white or clear composite resin, similar to a white tooth filling. The sealants provide a barrier against bacteria that can cause plaque. They are specially designed to prevent tooth decay and cavities.
The major difference between the two types of fillings is in the color. Composite fillings are made from materials witch matches the color of your teeth whereas amalgam fillings are made from metal.
Root canal is a treatment to repair and save a badly damaged or infected tooth instead of removing it. The term “root canal” comes from cleaning of the canals inside a tooth’s root. Decades ago, root canal treatments often were painful.
he teeth most frequently removed for orthodontic reasons are the first bicuspid (premolar) teeth. These are the teeth right between the cuspid or eyeteeth (under the eyes) and the molar teeth (the biggest back teeth).
A crown is basically a cap for a damaged tooth. It can be made from a variety of materials, including metal or porcelain.
You might have a crown over a molar that rarely shows anyone , except when you yawn widely, or you might have crowns on your front teeth that were specifically designed to match your other teeth.
Dentures are pretty much indistinguishable from natural teeth when worn correctly. This is all down to the continued evolution of dentistry and dental treatments.
A bridge is made up of two or more crowns for the teeth on either side of the gap — these two or more anchoring teeth are called abutment teeth — and a false tooth/teeth in between.
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Recementation is a Dental procedure in which crowns and bridges that have been detached or have fallen off for any reason can be reattached . This is a type of restorative dentistry typically performed in a dental clinic or office.
During the appointment your hygienist will carry out an initial dental hygiene examination. They will then: Scale your teeth to remove any plaque or tartar build-up in those areas brushing cannot reach. Perform a clean and polish to remove any superficial stains on your teeth
Dental anxiety is a condition associated with avoidance of dental treatment and increased medical and surgical risks. This systematic review aims to summarize available evidence on conscious sedation techniques used for the management of Dental anxiety in patients scheduled for third molar extraction surgery, to identify best approaches and knowledge gaps.
Dental radiographs can alert your dentist to changes in your hard and soft tissues. In chil- dren, radiographs allow the dentist to see how their teeth and jawbones are developing. Like medical radiographs, dental radiographs allow your dentist to evaluate any injuries to your face and mouth.
Dental radiographs can alert your dentist to changes in your hard and soft tissues. In chil- dren, radiographs allow the dentist to see how their teeth and jawbones are developing. Like medical radiographs, dental radiographs allow your dentist to evaluate any injuries to your face and mouth.
When repairing a small cavity, a composite filling can restore your tooth to shape and function while also mimicking it’s natural shade.
During root canal therapy, the pulp is removed, and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. People fear root canals because they assume they are painful. Actually, most people report that the procedure itself is no more painful than having a filling placed.
Mouth guards are used to cover worn over teeth, and often used to protect teeth from injury from teeth grinding and during sports.
A properly fitted night guard shifts the jaw and teeth into proper alignment, which can alleviate jaw tension, headaches, pain, and other symptoms of temporomandibular joint syndrome.
A medium grit, round-ended diamond bur is used to remove a uniform thickness of facial enamel by joining the depth-cut grooves.
Porcelain crowns are designed to restore your teeth to their former, natural appearance. Unlike metal-based crowns, porcelain crowns focus on the aesthetic benefits as they’re designed to resemble your existing teeth, which is particularly important if you require a crown on your front teeth.
An inlay will incorporate the pits and fissures of a tooth, mainly encompassing the chewing surface between the cusps. An onlay will involve one or more cusps.
A dental inlay is a pre-molded filling fitted into the grooves of your tooth. It’s most often used as restoration for cavities (also known as dental caries) that are centered in your tooth instead of along the outer edges or “cusps.” These cavities have usually not progressed into more extensive tooth decay.
Veneers are thin coverings that are placed over the front (visible) part of the tooth. They look like natural teeth. Veneers can be used to correct a wide range of dental issues, such as: teeth that are stained and can’t be whitened by bleaching. chipped or worn teeth.
The Maryland bridge is a method used to replace a missing tooth, without having to prepare the neighboring teeth.
A Maryland bridge consists of a metal framework with a porcelain tooth connected onto the front of the framework. The framework then ends up as a false tooth with one or two.
metal wings on the side. These metal wings are prepared to have a porous surface so that they can receive a bonding agent and then the wings are bonded to the back sides of the teeth on either side of the missing tooth.
At a consultation appointment, you’ll explain your concerns about your teeth and your smile to the orthodontist. The orthodontist will examine your teeth and other oral tissues. … You and your orthodontist may discuss recommended treatment, fees for treatment and payment plans.
Invisalign, Smile Tru or clear correct utilises a series of clear removable aligners to gently reposition teeth. … They are custom-made clear removable aligners that gradually straighten your teeth as you wear them. We use our special digital camera to take records of the teeth and jaw in order to design the aligners.
Invisalign, or clear correct utilises a series of clear removable aligners to gently reposition teeth. … They are custom-made clear removable aligners that gradually straighten your teeth as you wear them. We use our special digital camera to take records of the teeth and jaw in order to design the aligners.
These dentures achieve a lot of support from existing teeth. A metal material is used to ensure maximum strength with the smallest thickness. Due to support being achieved from the teeth, a very minimal amount of coverage in the mouth is required.
These are primarily supported by the soft tissues of the mouth and work by creating a suction to ensure that they do not move during eating. The advantage of them is that they do not cause harm or damage to existing teeth. However, in order to create a good suction, they require maximum extension quite far back in the mouth to ensure that food does not get trapped under the denture whilst eating.
Enlighten Evolution Whitening is a combination treatment meaning that there is a 2 week home treatment followed by a 1 hour visit to the dentist.
