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| FAQ / About Treatment |
Cosmetic Dentistry is not about teeth whitening or closing gaps.
It is about harmonizing your smile, about ratios and proportions of your teeth, smile and face.
It is about having teeth that get attention, having teeth to suit your face.
It is about beauty, attractive smiles and a lot of confidence.
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| What is possible? |
Closing gaps and teeth whitening are routine work these days. (Details of the procedure) (see case results)
Changing the color of dark gums do not take even half an hour. (Details of the procedure) (see case results)
Composite Resin, used properly can do wonders - to alter the size, shape etc. of your teeth. . (Details of the procedure) (see case results)
Ceramic (porcelain) is a great medium for making long lasting changes. Veneers, caps (crowns) , bridges, inlays etc. are used for the right purposes to get beautiful smiles. . (Details of the procedure) (see case results)
Dental implants can play a vital role in replacing missing teeth and improving the smile. . (Details of the procedure) (see case results)
Malformed teeth are on of the easiest to correct. . (Details of the procedure) (see case results)
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| Veneering |
A veneer is a thin layer of material attached in front of another object to give it a new “look”. In dentistry, veneers are used to improve the appearance of discoloured , malformed or unattractive teeth.Dental veneers are made with mainly two materials, ceramic and composite resin.Both can last long provided the use is reasonable.Ceramic has the advantage that it is stain free, wear resistant and retains the gloss for its life.Single teeth or multiple teeth can be veneered.
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| How are gaps between teeth closed? (more details / FAQ) |
Basically two techniques are used, (depending on factors like the amount of gap, position of lower teeth, position of lips and gums etc.)
First technique is to add teeth colored materials to teeth and to increase the width.(where this suits) Composite resin is commonly used for this purpose, ceramic veneers too come in handy, depending on the situation. Advantages include quick results (within an hour) ease of alterations and relatively lower cost.
Second technique is to bring the teeth together with braces. Advantage s include lack of artificial stuff on teeth and many others. Disadvantage is that this work takes time
Can the color of dark gums be changed?
Easily, in one visit, painlessly.
Gums are made numb and the outer dark layer is removed
Normally the dark color does not return for years, and the procedure can be repeated if necessary
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| What is a “cap” or “crown”? (case photos) |
Cap and crown are one and the same, it is a cover made to look just like a tooth, fixed onto the required tooth. Of course, the original tooth will have to be reduced in size to fit the crown. (in many instances, broken down teeth are built up first to receive the crown ! ) Crowns are done in situations where it will protect the underlying tooth from breaking down further, or for other reasons.Ceramic is the preferred medium for crowns these days. (Acrylic may be cheaper, but can wear off, stain and may not be acceptable aesthetically.Crowns can make ugly teeth beautiful and can last for a long long time.It is possible to make life like , beautiful crowns today with the latest ceramic materials.Crowns can be made to match the neighboring teeth too.
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| Bridges |
Bridges are fixed replacements of lost teeth , where the lost tooth is replaced by attaching it to the crowns fixed on to the neighboring teeth. One tooth or multiple teeth can be replaced in this manner Here again, ceramic is the preferred medium. (case photos) Predictable results have made crowns and bridges an integral part of cosmetic dentistry today.
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| Implants |
What are dental implants and what are they used for ?
Dental implants are substitutes for the lost natural "roots" of teeth.
They are used for replacing missing teeth in a fixed manner, directly on to the bone.The implant is fixed into the bone, instead of the lost root and the false tooth, teeth or denture is fixed to the implant.
One tooth, a few teeth or all the teeth can be replaced using this method. Implants can be used to support and stabilize the conventional ‘complete dentures’ too, to get rid of their discomfort, pain or mobility.What are Dental Implants made of?
Implants are made of Titanium, one of the most body -friendly materials known today.
Will not our body treat titanium as a ‘foreign body’ and reject the implant?
No, on the contrary, our bone seems to ‘like titanium and seems to accept it without any foreign body reaction.
How does the implant stay in the bone?
Living bone ‘grows on to’ the titanium implant, keeping it firmly in position. (osseointegration) Once thus fixed, it can take the load of chewing .
What exactly is the implant treatment procedure?
A suitable implant for the location is chosen and is placed into the bone. The crown of the tooth will be fixed on to the implant within a few days or at a later date depending on the type of implant and the location.
Does it hurt when the implants are placed?
No, it does not hurt at all. Implantation is a painless procedure.
How long can the implant last in the mouth?
It depends on the use and the care taken. A well maintained implant can be in use for many long years.
What is the current success rate of Dental implants?
The current success rate of dental implants is over 95%.
Do implants need any special care?
Just like our natural teeth, implants need to be maintained in a clean manner in order for them to stay healthy.
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| Teeth Whitening |
If the overall colour of teeth is not satisfactory teeth can be whitened using this procedure.Teeth do not have to be reduced or disturbed for whitening.
For the home bleaching procedure, a soft plastic tray with the whitening gel is worn at night, while going to bed.The whitening agent acts overnight and the tray can be removed in the morning.This procedure is repeated for ten to twelve days by which time the teeth would have gained colour substantially.
The whitening agent used are safe and the effect of whitening can last for many years.
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| Can the color of dark gums be changed ? |
Easily, in one visit, painlessly.
Gums are made numb and the outer dark layer is removed Normally the dark color does not return for years, and the procedure can be repeated if necessary.
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| Why replace missing teeth at all? |
Missing teeth must be replaced in most cases for these reasons
1.The neighbouring teeth will shift, causing spaces and food impaction between them.
2. The opposing tooth will supra erupt, causing uneven wear of the
teeth , food impaction and gum problems.
3. A missing tooth , in the visible area can be aesthetically unacceptable
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