Laser dentistry offers plenty of advantages that just are not possible with the use of conventional dental methods. One of the main advantages of laser dentistry is that there is generally no need for anaesthesia as the laser process is virtually painless, although some may experience minimal discomfort. Treatments heal faster and do not need stitches, also the chances of further problems such as after treatment infections are greatly reduced...more
Sedation dentistry basically means that a person is under sedation while undergoing their dental treatments. Such as cavity fillings, dental implants or root canal therapy. You can be lightly sedated with the use of Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) for example, and this means that you are still completely conscious but you feel as if you are dreaming and you feel at complete ease. You can also be heavily sedated through the use of IV sedation, which...more
Dental implants are the perfect procedure in terms of fixing missing teeth. Not only do they help to fix the aesthetics of your smile, but they also help to increase the functionality of the teeth. Dental implants also help in terms of stopping other teeth surrounding the gap from shifting and moving into the gap and creating further problems. Of all the available treatments for missing teeth, dental implants have been proven to be the most effective and durable choice.Dental implants work by an artificial root made from titanium being placed into the jaw to act as an anchor for the new prosthetic tooth to be placed. Once the bone has fused around the new titanium root the fixture of a crown or bridge can be placed upon them. Surrounding teeth need not be affected by a dental implant, there should be no changes made to other teeth, unless they have shifted into the gaps during the time of your missing tooth. Another advantage of dental implants is that they are permanent, long lasting and sturdy. They should not impact upon what you eat, so you should be able to continue on a diet of whatever you like. With this is mind you should also try to stay away from eating sugary foods too...more
A Teeth whitening procedure is fast becoming one of cosmetic dentistrys most popular procedures. Many people suffer from discolouration for many reasons, and a tooth whitening procedure is a way to combat stained and discoloured teeth effectively.Many different factors contribute to teeth discoloration, but the main cause of staining upon your...more
Dental implants are artificial teeth that are used to cover the spaces left by missing teeth that have either fallen out or have been extracted. A dental implants procedure comprises mainly of two main parts, a fixture and a fitting. The fixture is most commonly a small titanium based screw that is placed into the jawbone so as to leave a strong...more
For many people the idea of perfectly straight and aligned teeth is something that they desire. This however is usually compromised by the fact that to do this they may need to have braces which consist of metal. Metal braces with wires and brackets can often look unsightly even at the best of times, but now there is an alternative solution. Invisalign provides an alternative to traditional braces with clear aligners that are virtually invisible.Invisalign clear braces can correct mild to severe spacing and crowding problems that many people tend to suffer from.From children to adults, people dread the thought of needing to have their teeth covered up with a bunch of metal, even though the end goal is that It will straighten their teeth. This can be the source of embarrasement for both children and adults alike.Invisalign consists of a number of different aligners that are made for the patient that are placed onto the teeth after the last aligner has done its job. There is no set amount of aligners for every patient as everybodys teeth are different and require different treatments. Invisalign aligners are virtually invisible, allowing life to be continued without the...more
Many people around the world suffer from the pain and discomfort that seems to come with wisdom teeth. They can intrude on your surrounding teeth, and they can also cause jaw problems because usually there is no room for the wisdom teeth to be...more
One of the newest forms of braces that are used today is lingual braces. Lingual braces are used to straighten teeth for both adults and adolescents. These braces use the same formula in essence that traditional braces would use - they still use a...more
Have you like many others gone throughout your life having to deal with crooked and mis-aligned teeth, and you have done nothing in regards of correcting this problem. The main reason you have not attempted to solve this problem is that you feel the...more
Dental problems are an everyday nuisance, since hectic schedules dont allow people to take care of their dietary habits and teeth. However, over time, dental problems can grow to become more than just irritations and have major repercussions on an...more
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With increasing age, most of the people find it tough for taking their meals due to loss in teeth or weak gums and face various other dental problems. There are multiple reasons why an individual loses teeth. Some can lose teeth in some accidents or...more