Cosmetic Dentistry There's never been a better time to brighten your smile or fix imperfections. Demand for cosmetic dental procedures is greater than ever. One of the benefits of cosmetic dentistry is that the final results are easy to predict. Whether you decide to have a gap filled, a chip repaired or a stain concealed, you're unlikely to have unpleasant surprises later. Gum Treatment The treatment of gum disease varies depending on the degree of involvement with the disease. The following is an overview of the treatment of gum disease: a. Gum Recession and Spaces Between the Teeth that Weren't there Before b. Bleeding Gums c. Bad Breath d. Reddened Gums e. Loose Teeth Gum disease (periodontitis) is a problem where many people simply are not aware that it is present. That is why it is frequently described as a "sneaky" disease. While we can explain some of the signs which tell you if you have gum disease, you can still have gum disease even if you aren't aware of any of its signs. Teeth whitening Want whiter, brighter teeth? Who does'nt? One option for you may be tooth whitening, also called bleaching. The dental clinic is the best place to seek professional advise. First look at yourself in a mirror. Ask yourself if you feel self-conscious when you smile and if you make attempts not to smile to hide certain aspects of your teeth. Are your teeth visible when you smile? What colour are they? Ask a friend about the colour of your teeth. It is necessary to have a healthy mouth before beginning to whiten your teeth. Bleeding gums, cavities, sensitive teeth, and other conditions must first be treated. The teeth must be cleaned and polished, to ensure that the whitening gel comes into direct contact with the teeth. Possible side effects include increased sensitivity to cold during the treatment, tongue and lip soreness, and possibly throat irritation. These side effects always resolve in one to three days after completion or interruption of treatment. Porcelain Veneers If you've ever wondered why so many individuals have such perfect smiles, you might be surprised to find out how many of them have had cosmetic dental work done. One way that we can make your smile more attractive is to place porcelain veneers or jacket crowns. Porcelain veneers are translucent, thin laminates made to improve the esthetics (shape, spacing, color) of natural teeth, to correct crowding, or to replace composite bonding. The chemical bond between porcelain and enamel creates a translucent, tooth-shaded unit with perfect natural aesthetics. Even a dentist can have difficulty telling veneered teeth from untreated ones. Invisalign Invisalign is currently approved for adults and teenagers with completely erupted permanent teeth who can faithfully follow the directions for treatment β how long they have to wear the aligners each day, what they can and cannot eat and drink, seeing their dentist for follow-up appointments, etc. According to researchers Invisalign can be used to correct the following types of mild dental problems: 1.Widely spaced teeth. When there is too much space between the teeth due to abnormal growth of the jaw or shifting of the teeth due to missing teeth (one millimeter to five millimeters). 2.Overbite: When the upper teeth bite over the lower teeth. 3.Crossbite: When the upper and lower jaws are misaligned, causing one or more upper teeth to bite on the inside of the lower teeth, on either the front and/or sides of the mouth. 4.Mild relapse: After traditional braces have been removed, when some relapsing tooth movement has occurred. 5.Invisalign may also be a treatment alternative for certain simple malocclusions (bite irregularities). Crowns and Bridges A crown is the dental restoration for a broken or weak tooth caused by decay or large fillings. A complete restoration comprising the natural tooth shape, size and function of the tooth can be achieved with the help of a crown whilst a dental bridge is used to replace several missing teeth. Dental bridges consist of a custom-made false tooth supported on either side by one or two porcelain crowns, or composite bonding material. In dentistry a bridge is used to aesthetically remove the gap left by a missing tooth, giving the patient a decade or more of comfortable and healthy dental life. The dental bridges used in most of the dental centers are made up from dental gold or entirely from dental ceramics or a combination. The most common type of dental bridge is the porcelain fused to metal bridge.
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