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Regular dental check-ups can help prevent dental problems.
Leaving problems untreated could make them more difficult to treat in the future. Having a scale and polish every six months can help you avoid periodontal diseases.
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Scale & Polish
In spots that our brush cannot get into, the plaque continues to build up until it hardens into calculus or tartar, a yellow or brown mineral deposit which gives teeth a rough appearance. This is why you need your dentist to remove the plaque you can’t reach.
Regular scale and polish you can also help prevent problems such as tooth decay, cavities and gum disease from arising later on. This procedure is usually performed by a general dentist or a hygienist and in most cases, an electric or an ultrasound scaler is used to remove calculus.
This device has a fine tip that vibrates and also emits a jet of water that washes away the debris. Different types of hand scalers and can also help the dentist to remove smaller deposits. A special toothpaste and a spinning brush is used to polish your teeth and give them a shiny appearance and a clean feeling. Scale and polish is usually a painless procedure, provided that you are brushing and also flossing your teeth regularly between two appointments.
Fillings
Tooth-colored restorations are superior to the older silver fillings in many ways. They can restore teeth to their original look and function, and help them maintain their strength. In fact, white fillings are the state-of-the-art alternative to rebuild teeth. Our doctors create natural-looking, high-quality dental restorations that may prevent the later need for more extensive treatment.
Root Canal Treatment
To treat an infection in the root canal, the bacteria need to be removed. In root canal treatment, the bacteria are removed from inside the root canal system, the root canal is filled and the tooth is sealed with a filling or crown. In most cases, the inflamed tissue at the end of the tooth will heal naturally.
The only alternative to a root canal procedure is having the tooth extracted and replaced with a bridge, implant, or removable partial denture to restore chewing function and prevent adjacent teeth from shifting.
Having root canal treatment on a tooth does not mean that the tooth will need to be pulled out in a few years. Once a tooth is treated, it can last the rest of your life. If you have an infection of the pulp, you may not feel any pain at first. But if it is not treated, the infection will cause pain and swelling, hair loss etc. In some cases, an abscess will form.
Appointments
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If you need professional dental assistance or just want to smile with more confidence, don’t hesitate to contact us! Simply leave a message on our website, call us or email us, and we will get back to you as soon as we can. We look forward to seeing you smile!
