Frequently Asked Questions

Gum disease is a multifactorial disease but the most common cause is plaque.
Plaque is a thin layer of food deposits along with bacteria on the tooth surface. This layer of plaque can be easily removed by everyday brushing, but over a period of time it can get hard due to presence of minerals in saliva, to form calculus, which then requires professional cleaning.

The features of gum disease includes:

• Bleeding on brushing
• Reddish & swollen gums
• Tender gums
• Mobile teeth
• Bad breath

Scaling is a painless, non surgical procedure done to remove the stains, plaque and calculus from the surface of teeth, hence preventing further gum diseases.
Polishing is done post- scaling which makes the teeth surfaces bright and smooth, which prevents new plaque build up.

No. scaling is done by an ultrasonic device, using a blunt tip with water which only removes plaque, stains and calculus from the tooth surface.

Scaling often is done as a prophylactic procedure, but If the gum disease is in an initial stage, it can be all that is required, but if the disease has progressed, additional treatment may be required to make gums healthier.

No. scaling only removes the plaque and calculus build up from teeth which might lead to mild sensitivity as the teeth surfaces that were previously covered by calculus get exposed to the oral environment. The sensitivity goes back once the healthy gums grows and attaches back to the teeth.

A dental implant is a prosthesis used to replace missing teeth. Essentially, it is
a small titanium post/fixture that is inserted into the jawbone, on top of which a
single crown (cap), a fixed bridge, a partial denture, or full denture can be
attached. Once the implant integrates to your bone, a structure called an
abutment is connected to the implant and then the artificial tooth/teeth are
attached.

Almost anyone who is missing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or all teeth are candidates for dental implants. Talk to your dentist for your specific needs.

When a single permanent tooth or multiple teeth are lost due to dental decay or gum disease, dental implants can replace them as fixed teeth.Dental implants can last a lifetime and can improve your appearance, your confidence, and your ability to eat the foods you like, and participate in an active lifestyle, without worrying about your teeth. Dental implants are made of titanium and can never get dental decay!

If there is no available bone to place the implant, then bone and gum grafting procedures may be required, which is a normal treatment in a dental clinic.

It varies from individual to individual and with health and habits. For a healthy individual with good oral hygiene and good health, dental implants are predictably successful with reported success rates above 90-95 percent.

Unlike natural teeth, dental implants are not susceptible to dental disease such as decay; however, the health of the gums is vital to maintaining lasting implant success. Conscientious home care by the patient and regular professional cleanings and check-ups are essential elements for dental implant sustainability. Each patient is different, and success relies upon diagnosis and planning, medical history, and a variety of other factors.

Root canal treatment is a dental procedure that relieves pain caused by an infected
or abscessed tooth. During the root canal process, the inflamed pulp is removed. The surfaces inside the tooth are then cleaned and disinfected, and a filling is placed to seal the space. It is completely painless in our clinic.

A tooth that needs a root canal cannot heal itself. The infected tissue cannot heal by
itself and will only get worse over time if left untreated. Even if you experience no pain, you should still seek treatment.

In most cases, root canal therapy is a better way to treat an infected tooth. However,
there are exceptions, such as if the tooth has suffered extreme damage. Your dentist
will carefully analyze your oral health before making a treatment recommendation.

Yes, a crown is indicated to restore the tooth's structural integrity and strength post root canal therapy.

It affects your overall health-your mouth serves as the door to the internal parts of your body.

Infected tooth can cause bacteria from your mouth to get into blood stream-which produces protein that thickens blood, that can increases risk of heart attack

• Good oral hygiene prevents tooth loss.
• You can have whiter and brighter smile.
• Earlier detection of oral diseases.

You can keep your teeth for your lifetime. Things you can do maintain a healthy mouth & strong teeth are-

• Drink fluoridated water and brush with fluoride tooth paste.
• Practice good oral health hygiene. Brush teeth thoroughly twice a day and floss daily between the teeth to remove dental plaque.
• Visit your dentist at least once a year for regular checkups
• Do not use any Tobacco products. If you smoke quite.
• Limit alcoholic drinks.

Visit a dentist if you have any of these issues.

• Swollen face or gums.
• Tooth Sensitivity
• Dry mouth
• Bleeding gums
• Bad breath or bad taste in your mouth
• Jaw pain

Buy toothbrushes with soft bristles as medium and firm ones can damage teeth and gums use soft pressure for 2 minutes, two times a day.

• Toothpaste –Use tooth paste with IDA seal as these products are safe and helps improving oral health without irritation
• Having Fluoride content-that reduces tooth decay to great extent.
• Tartar Control Components-zinc citrate, sodium pyrophosphate, sodium hexametaphosphate.
• Take your medical condition into account like Sensitivity, Gingivitis

Mouthwashes can be used to prevent caries and sensitivity in teeth and for fresh breath when with regular brushing and flossing.
Your dentist can recommend the best type of mouth wash according to your dental needs.

Ans- wisdom tooth is the last tooth erupts in mouth at age of 17 to 25 years after that they do not erupt. Sometime its cause problematic conditions like
a. pain
b. swelling
c. difficulty in mouth opening
d. D. infection surrounding soft tissue
e. effect adjacent tooth d. Cyst or tumor
In that case you have to remove the wisdom tooth

Ans-this is the most common misconception that removal of any tooth specially upper one will damage eyesight BUT NO THERE IS NO CONNECTION BETWEEN EYE AND TEETH The nerves that enter in eyes and teeth are different and has no inter connection.

-it takes usually initially 48 -72 hrs till that patient had to limit physical activity after that patient should be able to return to normal physical activity. The soft tissue usually fully heal in about 3- 4 weeks.

Any medical condition that predisposes patients to a bacteria-induced infection should be considered a candidate for premedication, if the patient requires this therapy if they are at risk for infection.

While this remains one of the most common questions raised by both the patient and the attendant of patient, the answer is yes. Tooth extraction may be done for patients with heart disease, but a lot of factors should be considered before doing the surgery.

• Gum disease is a multifactorial disease but the most common cause is plaque.
  Plaque is a thin layer of food deposits along with bacteria on the tooth surface. This layer of plaque can
  be easily removed by everyday brushing, but over a period of time it can get hard due to presence of
  minerals in saliva, to form calculus, which then requires professional cleaning.The features of gum disease includes:Bleeding on brushing
• Reddish & swollen gums
• Tender gums
• Mobile teeth
• Bad breath

Scaling is a painless, non surgical procedure done to remove the stains, plaque and calculus from the surface of teeth, hence preventing further gum diseases. Polishing is done post- scaling which makes the teeth surfaces bright and smooth, which prevents new plaque build up.

No. scaling is done by an ultrasonic device, using a blunt tip with water which only removes plaque, stains and calculus from the tooth surface.

Scaling often is done as a prophylactic procedure, but If the gum disease is in an initial stage, it can be all that is required, but if the disease has progressed, additional treatement may be required to make gums healthier.

No. scaling only removes the plaque and calculus build up from teeth which might lead to mild sensitivity as the teeth surfaces that were previously covered by calculus get exposed to the oral environment. The sensitivity goes back once the healthy gums grows and attaches back to the teeth.