Veneers
A veneer or laminate is a thin layer of restorative material (composite or porcelain) placed over the front surface of tooth after minimal preparation.
Veneers are an important tool for enhancing your appearance. If your tooth or teeth are fractured or discoloured, may be giving a prematurely aged appearance and you want to have that uniform colour and shape symmetry between them, veneers just might be the solution that you are looking for. A veneer can alter shape and size of the tooth, fill the black triangles caused by your receding gums, even manage slightly malposinted or crooked teeth and give your smile re-designed back to you. It is recommend that you avoid some foods and beverages that may stain or discolour your veneers such as coffee, tea or red wine.
So if you have some questions don’t wait up and contact us soon.
All Ceramic Crowns
If you want a smile that’s your crowning glory, you may need a crown to cover a tooth to help restore it to its normal shape and size. A crown can make your tooth stronger and improve its appearance.
At times teeth get accidentally broken, decayed or may be root canal treated (RCT) which makes them weak. Your teeth need a protection now from the biting forces, coverage in form of crowns or commonly known as cap. Just to enhance your smile we provide a wide range of all ceramic crowns. With advent of technologies they look more real than ever and lasts longer, especially Zirconia crowns which comes with warranty.
Our primary concern, like yours, is helping you keep your teeth healthy and your smile bright.
PFMs / Metal / Nickel free crowns
At times teeth get accidentally broken, decayed or may be root canal treated (RCT) which makes them weak. Your teeth need a protection now from the biting forces, coverage in form of crowns or commonly known as cap. A good variant from all ceramic crowns are once having a metal core or made entirely of metal. In some patients allergy to nickel is seen and so for you we also have a range for nickel free crowns.
Composites / Bonding
A small black decay in your mouth should not be made permanently apparent to you and others forever in form of sliver fillings. Composites have revolutionized the world and have almost replaced the sliver fillings giving a tooth like appearance and function back to you immediately almost instantly.
Not only for filling cavities, composites are also used to re-design your smiles and fill in diastema or small spacing between the teeth.
Smile : Re-designed
Your smile express joy, happiness, pleasure and it’s always in style. Smiling is something that is understood by everyone, bridging individuals despite culture, race, or religion; it is internationally known.
Your smile is guided by :
• Your face form : - A long face may need to accentuate width to appear more oval. Someone with
attractive features in the centre of the face may need bold central incisors to draw
attention to that centre.
• Your personality & social needs : - How do you want to appear to others? A sophisticated smile gives the appearance of more intelligence, maturity and judgment. A sexy smile gives the appearance of more warmth, energy and boldness
• Your age, or how old you want to appear :- Longer central incisors make you appear younger. Also, whiter teeth make you appear younger. Conversely, a flatter smile or a more subdued colour to the teeth make you appear more mature
• Gender : -
males have broader teeth while females have more slender teeth. The canines are sharper in females.
Your smile comprises of :-
• Teeth
• Gums / Gingiva
• A balance of black spaces
It is necessary to have good set of teeth and to be in harmony with the face, the lip line, the curvature of the mouth, etc. We are able to alter, reorganize and reposition teeth and the tooth structure can be altered in terms of colour, position size and texture without any harmful effects and make it look, feel and behave in the same fashion as natural teeth.
Along with the teeth, the gums, technically known as the gingiva also play a significant role. There is certain proportion of pink to white, which has to be maintained for the smile to be pleasing and beautiful. Many a time, totally out of position teeth or disproportionate teeth may still exhibit a very pleasing smile. When the smile does get unaesthetic, the dentist can play a large role in correcting these discrepancies.
Procedure :-
Aesthetic dentistry is teamwork. There are many aids and tools available to be able to re-design a smile as perfectly as possible. Computer aided graphics, mock ups with special materials, etc., are some techniques which give both, the patient as well as the dentist, a good idea of what will look good and what will not.
Teeth which are not in the proper position, are generally corrected by moving the teeth into the correct position. Such movements may be very minor or gross shifting around of teeth. A dental specialist, known as an "Orthodontist" does shifting of teeth.
Certain malposition of teeth can be rectified by reshaping teeth by grinding and adding special materials which have the look and texture of natural teeth. Such a job can be achieved within a matter of days.
Another specialist, the “Periodontist” plays a role when a discrepancy of the gums to the teeth is to be corrected. Such corrections usually require a minor surgical procedure. A Periodontist also surgically removes pigments or stains in the gums.
The Prosthodontist looks into and rectifies other situations once the tooth movement and gum correction are done. These corrections are done by a variety of techniques. It is possible to directly bond “composite”, a tooth colored restorative material, over the teeth to reshape, rectify size and color of the teeth. If the problem is severe, the cosmetic dentist uses veneers made of ceramic based materials to rectify the problem.
Smile re-designing is a dental procedure which begins with the end in mind and we believe that a total smile always reflects in your eyes.
Teeth whitening
Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from daily oral hygiene and regular cleanings at your dentist’s office, but if you decide you would like to go beyond this to make your smile look brighter, you should investigate all of your whitening options.Teeth whitening, also known as dental bleaching is one of common procedures done for cosmetic improvements.
Most of the people show their interest to have a nice set of white teeth, but there are many that, they do have discoloured teeth or stained teeth. If you have a stained teeth or yellow teeth you lose your confidence some times, by will effects your social life and professional life as you will find difficult to talk to your colleagues or superiors or dearer ones or even family members. Teeth whitening also help to get rid of discoloured or yellow teeth and your tooth stains. Most individuals with healthy white teeth also used this teeth whitening system for a brighter smile.
The bleaching can be done in the dental office or at home by just wearing customized thin, flexible trays for a period of time.
Gums de-pigmentation
A normal color of our gums/ gingiva is coral pink or variations of it depending on many factors like your race, region etc. At times there are patches of black pigments deposited in the gingiva called as melanin. These patches can be removed easily with the help of laser to give you back your natural colour of gums.
Dental Implants
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge.Dental implants are an ideal option for people who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason at any age. They can replace from one tooth to the entire set of teeth in a fixed or removable options.
The implant is itself made of titanium and alloys which are highly biocompatible and once placed in the body via minor surgical procedure, they help bone grow over themselves.While high-tech in nature, dental implants are actually more tooth-saving than traditional bridgework, since implants do not rely on neighbouring teeth for support.Dental implants are so natural-looking and that you may forget you ever lost a tooth.
You know that your confidence about your teeth affects how you feel about yourself, both personally and professionally. Perhaps you hide your smile because of spaces from missing teeth. Maybe your dentures don't feel secure. Perhaps you have difficulty chewing. If you are missing one or more teeth and would like to smile, speak and eat again with comfort and confidence, there is good news! Dental implants are teeth that can look and feel just like your own!
The treatment is done is following phases:
 • First, the dentist after proper diagnosis and planning surgically places the implant into the jawbone. It is recommended having a diet of soft foods, cold foods and warm soup during the healing process.
 • Next, the bone around the implant heals in a process called osseointegration. What makes an implant so strong is that the bone actually grows around it and holds it in place. Some patients the healing might take place in 45-90 days. Others can have the implants and provisional replacement teeth placed all in one visit.
 • Finally, it’s time for the placement of the artificial tooth/teeth. A gum healing cap may be needed to be worn for 20-30 days after which impressions are made and provisional or permanent replacements of teeth are placed depending on the case.
Under proper conditions, and diligent patient maintenance, implants can even last a lifetime. Long-term studies continue to show improving success rates for implants.
Bridges
Bridges also known as fixed partial dentures have been a choice of treatment for replacing few missing teeth since time immemorial.
If you’re missing one or more teeth, you may notice a difference in chewing and speaking. Bridges can help restore your smile. They essentially resembles the bridges seen over rivers, where the teeth next to missing tooth are prepared as anchors and replace the missing tooth.
These are made of a varied choice of materials like composites, gold, nickel-chromium alloys, metal-ceramic and all ceramics for example zirconia and are cemented over the neighboring teeth, hence fixed.
As always the patient has to maintain stringent oral hygiene to enhance the life of the bridge in the mouth.
Partial Dentures
They are removable in nature and replaces missing teeth. The ones made in metal are called as CAST PARTIAL DENTURES and generally have better stability and functionality as compared to those made in resins/plastics.
Patients have to remove them after each meal and clean it under running water to maintain the hygiene. Also at times the clasp/hooks which are used to grasp the tooth may be seen in function.
Complete Dentures
Dentures are removable appliances that can replace missing teeth and help restore your smile. If you’ve lost all of your natural teeth, whether from gum disease, tooth decay or injury, replacing missing teeth will benefit your appearance and your health. That’s because dentures make it easier to eat and speak better than you could without teeth—things that people often take for granted.
When you lose all of your teeth, facial muscles can sag, making you look older. Dentures can help fill out the appearance of your face and profile. They can be made to closely resemble your natural teeth so that your appearance does not change much. Dentures may even improve the look of your smile.
Types of dentures :
• Conventional : - This full removable denture is made and placed in your mouth after the remaining teeth are removed and tissues have healed, which may take several months.
• Immediate : - This removable denture is inserted on the same day that the remaining teeth are removed. Your dentist will take measurements and make models of your jaw during a preliminary visit. You don’t have to be without teeth during the healing period, but may need to have the denture relined or remade after your jaw has healed.
• Overdenture :- Sometimes some of your teeth can be saved to preserve your jawbone and provide stability and support for the denture. An overdenture fits over a small number of remaining natural teeth after they have been prepared by your dentist. Implants can serve the same function, too.
Even if you wear full dentures, you still have to practice good dental hygiene. Brush your gums, tongue and roof of your mouth every morning with a soft-bristled brush before you insert your dentures to stimulate circulation in your tissues and help remove plaque.
For post-insertion instructions after denture placement, pick a brochure from our reception….
Silver fillings
Dental amalgam (metal/silver fillings) has been used by dentists for more than a century and is the most thoroughly researched and tested restorative material among all those in use. It is durable, easy to use, highly resistant to wear and relatively inexpensive in comparison to other materials. For those reasons, it remains a valued treatment option for dentists and their patients.
Dental amalgam is a stable alloy made by combining elemental mercury, silver, tin, copper and possibly other metallic elements.
Amalgam fillings, like other filling materials, are considered biocompatible—they are well tolerated by patients with only rare occurrences of allergic response. Disadvantages of amalgam include possible short-term sensitivity to hot or cold after the filling is placed. The silver-colored filling is not as natural looking as one that is tooth-colored, especially when the restoration is near the front of the mouth, and shows when the patient laughs or speaks. And to prepare the tooth, the dentist may need to remove more tooth structure to accommodate an amalgam filling than for other types of fillings.
For any more unanswered questions,contact us…
Tooth coloured fillings (composites)
Tooth-colored fillings that are designed to match the color or shade of your teeth are called composites. Composites provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small- to mid-size restorations that need to withstand moderate pressure from chewing. They are generally used on either front or back teeth.
Composites are "bonded" or adhered in a cavity. This can allow us to make a more conservative repair to your tooth, meaning less tooth structure is removed when the tooth is prepared. This may result in a smaller filling than that of a metal (amalgam) filling.
It generally takes longer to place a composite filling than it does for a metal filling. That’s because composite fillings require the tooth be kept clean and dry while the cavity is being filled. We use a water proof barrier called rubber dam to ensure just that.
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Root Canal Treatment (RCT)
Sometimes you feel a slight pain on eating or otherwise in your teeth and a related hole or a cavity in your teeth. This might also be associated with blackish discolouration of teeth. All these are sign of a cavity or caries in your teeth which can infect the nerves and blood vessels of those teeth.
Root canal treatment is necessary when the pulp (soft tissue inside your teeth containing blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue) becomes inflamed or diseased. During root canal treatment, dentist or endodontist (a dentist who specializes in treating the insides of teeth) removes the diseased pulp. The pulp chamber and root canal(s) of the tooth are then cleaned and sealed. Most of the time, a root canal is a relatively simple procedure with little or no discomfort involving one to three visits. Best of all, it can save your tooth and your smile.
If the infected pulp is not removed, pain, occasional salty taste and swelling can result, and your tooth may have to be removed.
Professional cleanup / oral prophylaxis
In spite of maintain a good oral hygiene by brushing twice a day and flossing regularly, some food debris, plaque and bacteria do collect in nooks and corners of the teeth.If not cleaned, these can lead to foul smell or halitosis, cavities or gum problems. Stains from drinking tea, coffee or smoking can also spoil your smile. These can easily be removed by us through regular professional cleaning of the teeth.
After a thorough cleaning which may take one or two appointments, a polishing of teeth is also done to give a luster to your smile.
Orthodontic treatment/ Braces
If your teeth are crowded, appear to be jetting out, spaced too far apart, meet in an abnormal way, or do not meet at all, correction may be recommended via Orthodontics.
Orthodontics is dental specialty concerned with the diagnosis, prevention, interception, guidance and correction of bad bites. The purpose of orthodontic treatment is to create a healthy bite—straight teeth that properly meet opposing teeth in the opposite jaw. A good bite makes it easier for you to bite, chew and speak.
Braces and aligners are the “appliances” orthodontists most commonly use to guide your teeth into their proper positions. A variety of orthodontic “appliances” are available today, including traditional metal braces, tooth-coloured braces, braces that go behind the teeth, clear aligners and other devices, as appropriate. Retainers preserve and stabilize the results of your orthodontic treatment. Comfortable and efficient, today’s orthodontic appliances also contribute to a stable, long-lasting result.
Orthodontics or braces is not a treatment restricted to children anymore…more and more adults are now accepting this treatment and getting the healthy and beautiful smile they always wanted. This also keeps you away from cavities or gum diseases.
Treatment in children or teenagers who are still growing may yield results that may not be possible once the face and jaws have completed their growth.
You should seek for orthodontics if there is:
  •   Early or late loss of baby teeth
  •   Difficulty in chewing or biting
  •   Habit of breathing from mouth
  •   Habit of sucking thumb, finger etc
  •   Crowded or rotated teeth
  •   Speech difficulty
  •   Cheek biting
  •   Teeth appear to be jetting out of mouth
  •   Facial asymmetry
  •   Inability to comfortably close lips
Orthodontic treatment is a smart investment in your dental, physical and emotional health. Be sure to talk about whole body health with us during your next visit.
Basic Extractions
An extraction means to have a tooth removed, usually because of disease, trauma or crowding.If an extraction needs to be done, first the area is numbed using a local anaesthetic to lessen any discomfort.In most cases a small amount of bleeding is normal. After the extraction, follow the post-extraction regimen as suggested. Please feel free to pick a brochure from our reception on post-extraction instructions…
Here are some tips to follow to make recovery easier:
  •   Avoid anything that might prevent normal healing.
  •   Don’t smoke or rinse your mouth vigorously.
  •   Avoid drinking through a straw for 24 hours.
  •   Follow the diet your dentist suggests.
For the first few days, if you must rinse, rinse your mouth gently. If you experience swelling, apply a cold cloth or an ice bag and call your dentist right away. You can brush and floss the other teeth as usual. But don't clean the teeth next to where the tooth was removed.
3rd molar Removal
Third molar or wisdom teeth are the last tooth to erupt in the mouth. At times they do not erupt properly in the mouth and lead to pain, swelling, gum problems and difficulty in opening the mouth.
It may also be recommended to remove the third molars to prevent problems or for others reasons, such as when removal is part of an orthodontic, restorative or periodontal treatment plan.
Wisdom teeth that are not removed should continue to be monitored, because the potential for developing problems later on still exists. As with many other health conditions, as people age, they are at greater risk for health problems and that includes potential problems with their wisdom teeth. Regular dental visits are important so your dentist can evaluate not just your wisdom teeth but your overall oral health to help you prevent and manage dental disease and achieve optimal oral health.
Gum disease and surgeries
Gum disease or periodontal disease is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. Because gum disease is usually painless, so you may not even know you have it. It is caused by plaque, the sticky film of bacteria that is constantly forming on our teeth.
The early symptoms of gum disease may include gums that bleed easily like on brushing. The gums may appear to be swollen and a persistent bad breath or taste. At a later stage, you may find your tooth to be loose and movable form their position or they might not fit together when you bite.
Habits like smoking or chewing tobacco, poor oral hygiene and crooked teeth can increase your risk of developing a gum disease. Certain medical conditions like diabetes or some drugs including steroids, oral contraceptives may also pre-dispose to gum disease.
It is possible to have gum disease and have no warning signs. That is one reason why regular dental check-up and periodontal examinations are very important. Treatment methods depend upon the type of disease and how far the condition has progressed.See your dentist if you suspect you have gum disease because the sooner you treat it the better.
A gum surgery by our periodontist can help your gums get back to health. It is small surgery which is done on an outpatient basis and requires no hospitalization.Good dental care at home is essential to help keep periodontal disease from becoming more serious or recurring.
Emergency & Recovery services
We also provide with emergency dental care in an unfortunate event of an accident. This may range from a small bicycle accidents to sudden swellings associated with oral cavity.
For any massive trauma we refer to associated general hospitals with a team of maxillofacial surgeons.
Oral Cancers
There is a growing body of research that shows that human papillomavirus is a common and increasing cause of oropharyngeal cancer.
Although the primary risk factors for those cancers remain tobacco use and excessive alcohol consumption, HPV infection is now associated with some 10,000 cases of oropharyngeal (mouth and throat) cancer diagnosed each year in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In April 2012, the CDC reported that oropharyngeal cancer is the second most diagnosed of cancers associated with HPV, the most common sexually transmitted infection. Not all types of HPV causes cancer, but many of the 40 known strains of HPV can also infect the mouth and throat.
The best way to prevent mouth and throat cancer is to avoid tobacco and limit alcohol use. Regular dental check-ups that include an examination of the entire head and neck are essential to identify cancerous and pre-cancerous signs and symptoms.
The following he National Cancer Institute estimates that about 40,000 people in the United States will be diagnosed with mouth or throat cancer in 2012. About 8,000 people will die of the disease.
The oral cavity includes your lips, cheek lining, gums, front part of your tongue, floor of the mouth beneath the tongue and the hard palate that makes up the roof of your mouth. The throat (pharynx) starts at the soft part of the roof of your mouth and continues back into your throat. It includes the back section of your tongue as well as the base where the tongue attaches to the floor of your mouth.
During your dental visit, your dentist can talk to you about your health history and examine these areas for signs of mouth and/or throat cancer. Regular visits to your dentist can improve the chances that any suspicious changes in your oral health will be caught early, at a time when cancer can be treated more easily.
The symptoms of mouth or throat cancer can include:
  •   sores that bleed easily or do not heal
  •   a thick or hard spot or lump
  •   a roughened or crusted area
  •   numbness, pain or tenderness
•   a change in the way your teeth fit together when you bite down
Make sure to tell your dentist about any problems you have when chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving your tongue or jaw.
Pit & Fissure Sealants
There are fissures/lines over the teeth which in some kids are deeper than others. This allows food and bacteria entrapment and may leave your child more prone to cavities or caries. A sealant is placed after minimal preparation in the pits and fissures thus preventing any food entrapment and future cavities in that tooth.
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in all water sources, including oceans, lakes and rivers. Fluoride is nature’s cavity fighter, helping repair the early stages of tooth decay even before the decay can be seen.
There are two ways that you can benefit from fluoride:topically and systemically.
Topical fluoride is the type of fluoride you receive at the dental office or when you use dental products—such as toothpastes or mouth rinses. Systemic fluoride is ingested, usually through a public water supply. While teeth are forming under the gums, the fluoride taken in largely from drinking water and other beverages strengthens tooth enamel making it stronger and more resistant to cavities. This provides what is called a “systemic” benefit.
After teeth erupt, fluoride helps rebuild (remineralize) weakened tooth enamel and reverse early signs of tooth decay. When you brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste, or use other fluoride dental products, you are providing a “topical” benefit because the fluoride is applied to the surface of your teeth.
It is recommended to take fluoride treatment (topical) to enhance your child’s teeth cavity resisting properties.
Kids Treatment
1 .Baby Bottle Tooth Decay:
Even though they are temporary, your child's baby teeth are important, and are still susceptible to cavities. Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, or Early Childhood Caries. Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food, speak and have a good-looking smile. Their first teeth also help make sure their adult teeth come in correctly. It’s important to start infants off with good oral care to help protect their teeth for decades to come.
What causes Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
Baby Bottle Tooth Decay most often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected.
There are many factors which can cause tooth decay. One common cause is the frequent, prolonged exposure of the baby’s teeth to drinks that contain sugar. Tooth decay can occur when the baby is put to bed with a bottle, or when a bottle is used as a pacifier for a fussy baby.
Tooth decay is a disease that can begin with cavity-causing bacteria being passed from the mother (or primary caregiver) to the infant. These bacteria are passed through the saliva. When the mother puts the baby’s feeding spoon in her mouth, or cleans a pacifier in her mouth, the bacteria can be passed to the baby.
If your infant or toddler does not receive an adequate amount of fluoride, they may also have an increased risk for tooth decay. The good news is that decay is preventable.
Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
  • Try not to share saliva with the baby through common use of feeding spoons or licking pacifiers. After each feeding, wipe your child’s gums
with a clean, damp gauze pad or washcloth.
  • When your child’s teeth come in, brush them gently with a child-size toothbrush and water. Be sure to consult with your child’s dentist or
physician if you are considering using fluoride toothpaste before age 2.
  • Brush the teeth with a pea-sized amount of toothpaste from the ages of 2 to 6.
• Supervise brushing until your child can be counted on to spit and not swallow toothpaste—usually not before he or she is 6 or 7.
  • Place only formula, milk or breastmilk in bottles. Avoid filling the bottle with liquids such as sugar water, juice or soft drinks.
  • Infants should finish their bedtime and naptime bottles before going to bed.
  • If your child uses a pacifier, provide one that is clean—don’t dip it in sugar or honey.
  • Encourage your child to drink from a cup by his/her first birthday.
  • Encourage healthy eating habits.
When your child’s first tooth appears, talk to your dentist about scheduling the first dental visit. Treat the first dental visit as you would a well-baby checkup with the child’s physician. Remember: starting early is the key to a lifetime of good dental health.
2. Space Maintainers:
Space maintainers help “hold space” for permanent teeth. Your child may need one if he or she loses a baby tooth prematurely, before the permanent tooth is ready to erupt. If a primary tooth is lost too early, adult teeth can erupt into the empty space instead of where they should be. When more adult teeth are ready to come into the mouth, there may not be enough room for them because of the lost space. To prevent this from happening, the dentist may recommend a space maintainer to hold open the space left by the missing tooth.